The Arrival of Cheap 10GbE Realtek RTL8127 NIC Review
4 months ago
- #Networking
- #Realtek
- #10GbE
- Realtek RTL8127 offers a low-cost 10Gbase-T solution under $50, using PCIe Gen4 x1 lane with low power consumption (sub 2W for chip, sub 3-4W for board).
- Performance tests show the RTL8127 achieves 10GbE speeds, whether used as PCIe cards or onboard NICs, as long as they are on PCIe Gen4 x1 lanes.
- The RTL8127 is ideal for motherboard integration due to its small footprint and x1 electrical interface, making it suitable for upgrading from 2.5GbE NICs.
- Despite lacking advanced virtualization features, the RTL8127 is a cost-effective option for 10GbE networking, with PCIe cards priced around $35-45.
- The NIC supports Multi-GbE speeds (100/1/2.5/5/10), making it a versatile choice for future motherboards.
- The article suggests that motherboard manufacturers should consider including 10GbE as a default feature given the affordability of the RTL8127.