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Black USB 3.0 Wi-Fi dongle with fold-out 5 dBi external antenna

TROPRO

TROPRO USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter 1300Mbps 5dBi Antenna Dual Band 2.4 5.8GHz

SKU CH-GC1M-4PSG4

A USB 3.0 dual-band wireless adapter with a 5 dBi external antenna delivering up to 1300 Mbps for desktop and laptop PCs

  • Interface typeUSB 3.0
  • Radio bands2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
  • Antenna configurationExternal Antenna
  • Operating distanceIndoor: Up to 100m, Outdoor: Up to 400m
  • Product typeUSB Wi-FI Adapter
  • Product colorBlack
  • Up to 1300 Mbps combined throughput from dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi
  • 5 dBi external antenna extends indoor reach to 100 m and outdoor to 400 m
  • USB 3.0 interface delivers faster data transfer than USB 2.0
  • Works with Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP, Mac 10.6–10.13 and Linux
  • Driver download link provided for systems without a CD drive

TROPRO USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter

The TROPRO USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter adds dual-band wireless connectivity to desktops and laptops through a standard USB 3.0 port. It targets users who need to upgrade older systems or replace a faulty internal wireless card without opening the computer case. The compact dongle includes a 5 dBi external antenna for improved reception.

Practical limits of USB 3.0 and 802.11ac

The adapter uses a USB 3.0 interface which provides higher theoretical bandwidth than USB 2.0, yet actual throughput depends on the host controller and system overhead. The 802.11ac link tops out at 867 Mbps on the 5.8 GHz band and 300 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band. Real-world speeds are lower due to distance, obstacles, router capabilities and network congestion.

Dual-band 1300 Mbps rating decides suitability

The combined 1300 Mbps rating (867 Mbps + 300 Mbps) is the key figure for deciding if this adapter matches your internet plan and router. If your router only supports single-band 2.4 GHz or your broadband exceeds the 5.8 GHz link rate, this model will not deliver the full available bandwidth.

How it compares

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Price $15.99
Cheaper than about 60% of the 1,565 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Product typeUSB Wi-FI Adapter
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Radio bands2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Antenna configurationExternal Antenna
Operating distanceIndoor: Up to 100m, Outdoor: Up to 400m
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.0

Questions about this item

Should I use the 2.4 GHz or 5.8 GHz band for the best speed?

The 5.8 GHz band delivers up to 867 Mbps while 2.4 GHz tops out at 300 Mbps, so choose 5.8 GHz when your router supports it and the signal is strong enough.

What does the 1300 Mbps rating mean for everyday use?

That figure combines the 867 Mbps 5.8 GHz link and 300 Mbps 2.4 GHz link; actual throughput will be lower and depends on router capability, distance, walls and interference.

Does the USB 3.0 interface limit the adapter’s performance?

USB 3.0 provides ample bandwidth for the 867 Mbps 5.8 GHz stream, so the port will not bottleneck the wireless connection in normal operation.

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