Best gigabit switch with RT-AC68U?

[JoQ]

Hi,

I have an Asus RT-AC68U router and I need a small 5-port switch in my TV-cabinet for my Smart TV, Xbox and Airport Express (Airplay).
Which switch will perform best?
I have Cat6E cables all over the apartment.

Should I pair it with Asus own switch to match it with the router?
ASUS GX-D1051/V3. Don't find very much information about it's performance.

The other alternatives are:
Netgear GS105E
D-link DGS-105

What should I choose?

Thank you in advance!

 

[thiggins]

It doesn't matter. There is no performance difference in Gigabit switches. Buy based on price, warranty and brand preference.

 

[microchip]

Like thiggins says, there's no difference. I've tested high-end switches and low-end ones and I couldn't see a performance difference

 

[L&LD]

What I would suggest is if you need a 5 port GB switch; get an 8 port version.

When you need to attach one more device to your network (with the limiting 5 ports); the performance difference will be remarkable with extra available ports.

 

[azazel1024]

I am generally with L&LD on this one unless you know absolutely for sure you'll never need more than 5 ports.

The price difference is generally only a few bucks at most and the power consumption difference is generally negligible (less than a watt, probably less than half a watt) between a 5 port and an 8 port (well, unless you have more than 5 ports occupied on the 8 port switch, then it'll use a bit more power, as you have more active ports).