Network Cables

Shop the best network cables in the UK, including Cat6 and Cat8 Ethernet cables with RJ45 connectors for routers, PCs, consoles and TVs. Prices start from £3.87, and each listing shows the cable category, speed rating and connector type, so you can match the right cable to your setup.

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CAT6 Ethernet Network Internet Gigabit Cable RJ45 LAN Lead
CAT6 Ethernet Network Internet Gigabit Cable RJ45 LAN Lead
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Ugreen Cat6 Ggabit Ethernet Cable up to 1000 MBps
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Ugreen Cat6 Ggabit Ethernet Cable up to 1000 MBps
£3.87
Network Cable RJ45 CAT8 40Gbps Network Gold Plated Fast Internet Patch Lead
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Network Cable RJ45 CAT8 40Gbps Network Gold Plated Fast Internet Patch Lead
£4.68

Best Ethernet Cable for Gaming, Streaming and Work

The best Ethernet cable is the one that matches your router, devices and internet speed. A wired connection is more stable than Wi-Fi, which helps with online gaming, 4K streaming and video calls. A Cat6 cable already covers most broadband speeds in the UK.

Ethernet Cable: Which Is Best for Your Router?

If you are unsure, check the speed of your router and your broadband plan. Choose a cable rated at or above that speed. Cat8 will also work with a Cat6 router, but the connection runs at the speed of the slowest device.

Long Ethernet Cable

Need an Ethernet cord long enough to reach another room? A Cat6 cable keeps its full gigabit speed over 100 metres, so length is rarely the limit at home. Measure your route, including corners, and add a little slack. Check each listing for the lengths available.

What Is the Best Network Cable?

For most homes and offices, a Cat6 Ethernet cable is the best network cable. It supports gigabit speeds (1,000 Mbps) over runs of up to 100 metres. Cat8 is built for very fast, short connections of up to 40Gbps, such as between a switch and a server.

What to Check Before Buying a Network Cable

  • Category: Cat6 for gigabit speeds, Cat8 for very fast short runs.

  • Length: measure the route and allow a little slack.

  • Connector: RJ45 fits routers, switches, PCs, consoles and TVs.

  • Use: indoor patch lead or outdoor-rated cable.

  • Speed: match the rating to your router and broadband plan.

FAQs

What is the difference between Cat6 and Cat8?

Cat6 supports up to 1Gbps over 100 metres, and 10Gbps over shorter runs. Cat8 supports up to 40Gbps but only over short runs of up to 30 metres. Cat6 suits homes, and Cat8 suits high-speed equipment.

Does a longer Ethernet cable slow my internet?

Not within the cable's rated length. A Cat6 cable keeps full gigabit speed up to 100 metres, so a longer cord will not slow a normal home connection.

Do you do network cabling in London?

We are a London-based supplier of ready-made network cables, sold online with UK delivery. For cabling inside walls or across a building, ask a local installer, and use our patch leads to connect your devices.