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At what length do Ethernet cables drop to lower speeds?

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Engadget
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What happened

Running an Ethernet cable can provide faster speeds than Wi-Fi in many cases, but the length and type of cable make a difference.

Key facts

  • Reported by Engadget and published Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:00:00 UTC.

Why it matters

Platform, chip and AI decisions set the terms other companies have to build on, so a single announcement here tends to ripple through products, supply chains and regulation.

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