{"id":121,"date":"2021-10-23T12:17:09","date_gmt":"2021-10-23T11:17:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smarthomewinner.com\/?p=121"},"modified":"2022-11-13T20:35:25","modified_gmt":"2022-11-13T20:35:25","slug":"smart-plugs-with-5-ghz-wifi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smarthomewinner.com\/smart-plugs-with-5-ghz-wifi\/","title":{"rendered":"Smart Plugs With 5-GHz Wi-Fi Support (Is This Really Needed?)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Our world is becoming more fast-paced by the second. With this speed, you can expect most people to look for a faster Wi-Fi connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most high-speed Wi-Fi connections work at 5 -GHz (6-GHz Wi-Fi also exists, but it’s less common). Nevertheless, the majority of internet users – and electronic devices – stick to a 2.4-GHz Wi-Fi connection for several reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the motives is the wide availability of smart plugs that support a 2.4-GHz connection, rather than a speedier 5-GHz one. But if you value your internet speed above all else, stick around to find smart plugs with 5-GHz Wi-Fi support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defining Smart Plugs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before getting into the details of a smart plug that supports a 5-GHz connection, you might want to get a better idea of how smart plugs work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This sort of plug allows you to connect and control any appliance in your home<\/a> such as your air conditioning, slow cookers, or television, while you\u2019re away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All you have to do after fixing the smart plug to an outlet is to download the smart plug\u2019s app on your phone, and then use Alexa or even your voice to activate it<\/strong>. Next, you\u2019ll just need to adjust your appliance settings to your liking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, if you connect your smart plug to your lamp, you can use your smart plug app or ask Alexa to turn the lights on and off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5-GHz and 2.4-GHz: Which Is Better?<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Two smart plugs a TP Link Kasa and Philips Hue<\/a> one side by side in a UK wall socket<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

When it comes down to both 5-GHz and 2.4-GHz Wi-Fi connections, the main difference lies in their speed and range. In other words, you might have to compromise one for the other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While a 2.4-GHz connection is not as fast as a 5-GHz Wi-Fi connection, it wins in range. The lower speed connection can cover larger areas, making it a better option for offices and workstations. The maximum speed of a 2.4-GHz connection is approximately 450-600 Mbps<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A 5-GHz connection is coveted as the fastest internet out there, but it lacks a wide range and is limited to smaller spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The high-speed connection has smaller risks of interference and disturbances (the 2.4-GHz band is more congested) and has a speed of up to 1300 Mbps. Yet, it struggles to connect through solid walls or objects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That being so, it all depends on your requirements and whether you prioritize your connection\u2019s speed or range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to Consider With 2.4 and 5-GHz Connections<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re still unsure about which connection is the right one for you, here are some factors that might help you be more certain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Home Size<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re trying to connect your Wi-Fi to a lot of rooms in your home, then a 2.4-GHz connection is the way to go. A 5-GHz Wi-Fi connection is better suited if you have a small flat or an apartment with minimal walls<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Devices Connected and Frequency of Usage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

How you use your bandwidth also matters. Streaming content like watching Netflix or Youtube would need a faster connection. This would call for a 5-GHz band<\/a>. If you\u2019re a gamer, a 5-GHz Wi-Fi connection will give you a more seamless experience as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just browsing the internet or doing some research? You wouldn\u2019t need much speed, making a 2.4-GHz band the better option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of whether you choose 2.4 or 5-GHz, you need to make sure that your router and device operate at the same frequency to get the most out of your Wi-Fi connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interference<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In this context, interference<\/a> usually means other devices disturbing the connection. This can include a baby monitor, using Bluetooth, the microwave, and other devices. 2.4-GHz Wi-Fi is susceptible to these interferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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