Cat6 vs Cat7 vs Cat8: Ethernet Cable Buying Guide for Jordan (2026)
Shopping for an ethernet cable in Jordan usually starts with one confusing question: Cat6 vs Cat7 vs Cat8, which one do you actually need? The boxes promise anything from 1Gbps to 40Gbps, yet the right LAN cable for a router, a PS5, a PoE camera or an office depends more on distance, shielding and copper quality than on the biggest number printed on the label.
This guide explains each standard in plain language, shows where each one fits in Jordanian homes and offices, and points you to cables, connectors and tools available at NaserTech (متجر نصر) with delivery across Jordan.
Quick picks
| Product | Best for | Key feature (from description) |
|---|---|---|
| UGREEN Cat8 Braided Cable (NW153) | Gaming and high-speed patch cords | 2000MHz, up to 40Gbps, F/FTP |
| UGREEN Cat8 S/FTP Round Cable (NW121) | Network racks and patch panels | S/FTP, pure copper, up to 25Gbps |
| UGREEN Cat7 Braided Cable (NW150) | Consoles, PCs and smart TVs | 600MHz, 10Gbps, double-shielded |
| UGREEN Cat7 F/FTP Round Cable (NW107) | Shielded 10G-ready links | 600MHz, 10Gbps, pure copper, F/FTP |
| UGREEN Cat6A Slim Cable (NW122) | Tidy desks and crowded switches | 10Gbps in a 2.8mm cable |
| UGREEN Cat6 U/UTP Cable (NW102) | Everyday router connections | Gigabit, 0.5m to 50m lengths |
| UGREEN Cat6 Flat Cable (NW101) | Under carpets and doors | Flat, 1Gbps, reinforced plugs |
| Hikvision DS-1LN6U-SC0 Cat6 305m | Installers and PoE cameras | Solid copper, 23 AWG |
| Hikvision DS-1LN6UU/CCA Cat6 305m | Budget indoor wiring | CCA conductors, 23 AWG, indoor use |
| UGREEN Cat6 RJ45 Plugs (NW120) | Custom-length cables | Gold-plated, transparent body |
| UGREEN Cable Tester (10950) | Checking crimped cables | Tests RJ45 and RJ11 |
How to choose an ethernet cable: the specs that matter
Cat6 vs Cat6A vs Cat7 vs Cat8 explained
Each category is tested up to a certain signal frequency (MHz), and that limit decides how much data the cable can carry and how far:
| Category | Bandwidth | Speed and distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cat6 | 250MHz | 1Gbps up to 100m; 10Gbps up to about 55m |
| Cat6A | 500MHz | 10Gbps up to 100m |
| Cat7 | 600MHz | 10Gbps up to 100m (ISO/IEC Class F) |
| Cat8 | 2000MHz | 25Gbps or 40Gbps up to 30m |
All categories are backward compatible, so a Cat8 cable works with a Gigabit router. Cat7 is defined by the international ISO/IEC standard rather than the American TIA standard that covers Cat6, Cat6A and Cat8.
Match the cable to your devices
Your network is only as fast as its slowest part. Most home routers, laptops and the PS5 have Gigabit (1Gbps) ports, and Cat6 already handles 1Gbps over the full 100m. A Cat8 cable will not lower your ping; latency comes from your internet line and the servers you reach, not from the cable category over a few metres. What any wired connection gives you is stability, free from the Wi-Fi interference common in busy apartment buildings. Choose Cat6A, Cat7 or Cat8 for 2.5G or 10G equipment, for future headroom, or for a sturdier shielded cable.
Shielding: UTP, FTP and S/FTP
Shielding protects the signal from electrical noise and crosstalk. The code before the slash describes the overall screen (U = none, F = foil, S = braid), and the code after it describes each pair (UTP = unshielded, FTP = foil around each pair). U/UTP cable is light, flexible and fine for most homes. Shielded F/FTP or S/FTP cable is worth it near electrical panels, motors or long runs beside power lines. In permanent installations, use shielded plugs and keystones so the shield stays continuous.
Pure copper vs CCA, solid vs stranded
CCA (copper-clad aluminium) is an aluminium core with a thin copper coating. It is cheaper but has higher resistance than pure copper and is not accepted by the TIA and ISO cabling standards. It can work for short patch cords, but for long runs and PoE cameras choose pure copper, because CCA loses more power as heat and voltage drop. Solid conductors are used for permanent in-wall runs ending in keystone jacks or patch panels; stranded conductors are more flexible and suit patch cords. A lower AWG number means thicker wire.
Flat, round or braided?
Flat cables slide easily under carpets and door gaps, which suits short runs inside a room. Round cables protect the twisted pairs better and are the usual choice for longer runs. A braided jacket adds toughness against kinks, pets and chair wheels, but does not change speed.
Patch cords vs 305m bulk cable and RJ45 plugs
Ready-made patch cords are the easiest way to connect a device to a router, switch or wall outlet. Installers wiring a villa, office or camera system usually buy a 305m reel of solid cable, pull it through conduits, then crimp RJ45 plugs or terminate keystone jacks. If you crimp your own, use plugs that match your cable, wire both ends to the same standard (T568A or T568B), keep the untwisted part of each pair short, and test every cable. A standard Ethernet channel is limited to 100m, including patch cords.
Recommended ethernet cables and accessories at NaserTech
UGREEN Cat8 Shielded Round Braided Cable (NW153)
This Cat8 cable supports 2000MHz bandwidth and up to 40Gbps. Four foiled twisted pairs (F/FTP) plus an aluminium foil layer reduce interference and crosstalk, and the cotton braided jacket is tested for at least 10,000 bends. It supports PoE on all lengths except the 65ft version and works with PCs, routers, PS5 and PS4, in lengths from 1m to 20m.
Good for: gamers who want a tough, fully shielded cable.
UGREEN Cat8 Class I S/FTP Round Cable (NW121)
A shielded S/FTP Cat8 patch cord with 26AWG pure copper conductors, rated up to 25Gbps to the ANSI/TIA-568-C.2-1 specification. The metal-covered plugs are designed to resist damage from repeated bending. It is backward compatible with Cat5e to Cat7 and suits patch panels, in lengths from 1m to 15m.
Good for: network cabinets and short high-speed office links.
UGREEN Cat7 Pure Copper Braided Cable (NW150)
Rated for 600MHz and 10Gbps, this Cat7 cable is double-shielded (F/FTP) with foil on each pair and around the bundle. It has gold-plated connectors and a cotton braided jacket tested for 10,000 bends, and lists compatibility with PS5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and routers. Lengths run from 0.5m to 25m.
Good for: consoles, smart TVs and PCs.
UGREEN Cat7 F/FTP Round Cable (NW107)
A round Cat7 patch cable with pure copper conductors, rated for 600MHz and up to 10Gbps. Each pair has its own foil shield, with an overall foil shield and drain wire around all four pairs (F/FTP), and both ends use shielded, gold-plated RJ45 plugs. It has a flexible PVC jacket instead of a braid, works with 100Mbps and Gigabit equipment, and comes in lengths from 0.5m to 15m.
Good for: shielded links to routers, switches, NAS and PCs that are ready for 10G.
UGREEN Cat6A Pure Copper Slim Cable (NW122)
This pure copper Cat6A cable supports 10Gbps in a slim 2.8mm diameter that is easy to route around furniture. Its PVC coating protects against water and dust, and it fits any RJ45 device, from PCs and switches to patch panels and network printers. Lengths range from 0.5m to 10m.
Good for: neat desks and crowded network cabinets.
UGREEN Cat6 U/UTP LAN Cable, Black (NW102)
A simple unshielded Cat6 patch cable with 250MHz channel bandwidth and 1000Mbps speed, made with 26AWG stranded CCA conductors and a PVC jacket. It comes in lengths from 0.5m up to 50m.
Good for: everyday links between a router and a PC, TV or console.
UGREEN Cat6 Pure Copper Flat Cable (NW101)
A flat Cat6 UTP patch cord with 26AWG conductors, working in the 250MHz band for 1Gbps transfer. Its reinforced RJ45 plug ends resist damage from repeated bending. Lengths range from 1m to 10m.
Good for: running a cable under a carpet or door.
Hikvision DS-1LN6U-SC0 Cat6 UTP Cable, 305m
A Cat6 U/UTP installation cable with solid copper 23 AWG conductors and a durable PVC jacket on a 305m reel. It supports Gigabit Ethernet and PoE devices such as cameras, NVRs, switches and access points, and a built-in rip-cord speeds up stripping. It is designed for indoor use.
Good for: wiring several PoE cameras or a whole office.
Hikvision DS-1LN6UU/CCA Cat6 U/UTP Cable, 305m
A cost-effective Cat6 U/UTP installation cable on a 305m reel, with 23 AWG (0.57mm) copper-clad aluminium (CCA) conductors, a PVC sheath and a built-in rip-cord. Hikvision designs it for indoor runs in cable trays, conduits and walls, carrying Gigabit Ethernet up to 1Gbps. Because CCA has higher resistance than pure copper, as explained above, keep it to shorter indoor runs and choose the solid copper DS-1LN6U-SC0 for long PoE camera runs.
Good for: budget indoor network wiring with short runs.
UGREEN Cat6 Unshielded RJ45 Plugs (NW120)
Gold-plated 8P8C crimp plugs for solid or stranded Cat6, Cat5e and Cat5 cable, supporting up to 1000Mbps. The transparent body makes it easier to check the T568A or T568B wire order. They are non-passthrough, work with general RJ45 crimp tools, and come in 10, 50 and 100 packs.
Good for: building custom-length cables.
UGREEN Network Cable Tester (10950)
This tester checks Ethernet (RJ45) and telephone (RJ11) cables and helps identify open circuits, short circuits and crossed wires. It is designed to be used without advanced technical knowledge.
Good for: anyone who crimps cables or troubleshoots a dead network point.
Installation tips and mistakes to avoid
- Respect the length limit: 100m per channel including patch cords, and 30m for Cat8.
- Use pure copper for PoE: rooftop and gate cameras are often far from the NVR, so avoid CCA on long powered runs.
- Protect outdoor runs: indoor PVC cable is not made for direct sun and rain; use outdoor-rated cable inside conduit.
- Keep away from power cables: leave space between data and electrical cables, and cross them at right angles.
- No kinks or tight staples: sharp bends and crushed cables damage the twisted pairs.
- Test before closing walls: check every terminated cable before plastering or fixing trunking.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Cat6, Cat7 and Cat8?
Cat6 is rated at 250MHz for 1Gbps up to 100m, Cat7 at 600MHz for 10Gbps with full shielding, and Cat8 at 2000MHz for 25Gbps or 40Gbps up to 30m. Cat6A sits between them at 500MHz and 10Gbps up to 100m.
Is a Cat8 cable better for gaming and PS5?
Not in speed or ping. The PS5 has a Gigabit port, which Cat6 fully supports. A wired connection is more stable than Wi-Fi, but the category will not lower latency. Choose Cat8 or Cat7 if you want a tougher, shielded cable.
Which LAN cable should I use for my router in Jordan?
For routers with Gigabit ports, Cat6 is enough. Choose Cat6A or higher for 2.5G or 10G ports, or when wiring new walls for future upgrades.
What ethernet cable is best for PoE security cameras?
Solid pure copper Cat6 is a strong choice for most camera installations, handling Gigabit data and PoE power up to 100m. Avoid CCA on long runs.
What is the maximum length of an ethernet cable?
For Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A and Cat7, the limit is 100m including patch cords; Cat8 is designed for up to 30m. Longer distances need a switch in between or a fibre link.
Is a shielded (FTP/STP) cable better than UTP?
Only where there is electrical noise, such as near power cables or motors. In most homes UTP works perfectly.
Ready to upgrade your wiring? Browse our ethernet cables and networking products at NaserTech, with delivery across Jordan. Improving your Wi-Fi as well? Read our mesh Wi-Fi guide for Jordan and our Wi-Fi 2026 technical guide.
