Which is the best wireless USB adapter for desktop?

Which is the best wireless USB adapter for desktop?

I was usually having issues with my internet connection while using a wired connection.  My office desktop system would need more of my time regarding the internet connection. It would mostly need to repair/replace cables or connectors. So, I was exhausted doing this often. I wanted to get rid of such practice on a weekly or monthly basis.

I began to research for a solution and come up with the idea of a wireless connection. I decided why not to have a wireless connection for my desktop instead. However, it was difficult for me to select which is the best wireless USB adapter for my desktop PCs. Finally, I found the following best wireless USB wifi adapters that are worth using for my office/home PCs. And you know that had solved my problem and I get mental satisfaction.

I made the following list of best wireless adapter for desktops or laptops which would be very valuable to you for your home/business uses. And the one which I selected from these 5, I would let you know in the conclusion section and you will also be more curious that why I have selected that for myself.

Here is the list of wireless USB adapters.

1. Net Gear Nighthawk AC1900

2. Galm Hobby AC600

3. TP-Link N150 Nano

4. Panda Wireless PAU06

5. Net-Dyn AC1200

1. Net Gear Nighthawk AC1900

Net Gear Nighthawk AC1900 is one of the best wireless USB adapters which comes with dual-band feature. It can easily be connected to your desktop pc or laptop through a USB port with 3.0 compatibility and speed. This 3.0 enhances the fast data/packet transmission over the network. The dual band of this adapter is 2.4 GHz to 5Ghz, where the 2.4 GHz supports up to 600Mbps speed as per your internet/network connection speed, and 5GHz can provide you the speed up to 1300Mbps. The 4 built-in antennas provide extra signal quality and explicit beamforming technology. However, data transmission/internet speed is dependent on your internet connection.

Net gear Nighthawk AC1900 maximizes and boost up the speed of your internet connection and can easily be carried anywhere with your desktop or laptop. Either you want to use it in your office, bedroom, kitchen or tv lounge, this adapter assures the maximum coverage and speed. The dual-band quality provides you a great experience of web surfing, emailing and other small tasks with 2.4GHz and extraordinary experience of HD Videos streaming, online game playing and Uploading and downloading large files through 5GHz.

It has also magnetic cradle to fit in port with precision and accuracy without losing signals quality. It can be connected with any type of routers. The 4 built-in antennas provide great coverage. It has also a unique design than other USB adapters. But, the size a bit longer which needs care so that it may not be damaged.

System Requirements

It can be connected easily with Windows operating systems and  Mac OS. It supports Windows 10, 8.1, 8,7, Vista and XP. However, you can also install this adapter on other OS through drivers update / downloading.

Note: All the USB adapters are plug and play, mostly they don’t require driver installation.

2. Glam Hobby AC600

If you love to have a small type of USB wireless adapters with dual-band so this Glam Hobby AC600 is one of them. You don’t have to worry, just plug it in and forget it, let it be there. You can connect your laptop and PCs with this wireless adapter. It has 2.4GHz to 5GHz bands. The lower band 2.4GHz supports the speed of 150Mbps and the other 5GHz band supports up to 433Mbps speed. However, it provides the 3 times faster speed than normal wifi adapters. The length of this adapter is about 22mm which is very miniature in size. So, you don’t have to be worried about carrying it with your laptop.

It lacks 3.0 USB port which is one of the main feature required by the tech users. It comes with 2.0 USB support which seems to be some kind of old technology update. In addition, it can also be turned into a hotspot for other devices like mobile phones and tablets with SoftAP mode. This feature allows users to connect with the same USB adapter through Hotspot that is really exciting and wonderful.

System Requirements

It can be installed on any PC or Laptop with support to 32 to 64 bit of windows OS and Mac OS X, 10.6 to 10.14 Sierra.

It can be connected with any type of routers easily and fast.

In sum, this would also be a great wifi adapter to be used in the office or at homes with your desktop or laptops. Due to small in size, it is always unnoticed and even you let it be there always without unplugging it.

3. TP- Link N150 Nano

TP-Link is best known for its products and amazing routers and other networking manufactures. As for this N150 Nano USB adapter is concerned, it comes with good and minimal qualities and features. But, it is very embarrassing that why TP-Link didn’t build it with a dual band. Yes, it only supports 2.4Ghz and it lacks 5GHz band. Which is unlikely to be in these products.

However, this USB adapter provides the maximum speed of 150Mbps which is fine for web browsing and normal use. However, high-end HD online games and video streaming may be affected. Though some users have good experience in this area with such USB adapters. But I don’t recommend it if you want it for HD Videos and online heavy gaming.

The other feature of this product is advanced security. It provides 64/128 WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK which is also good to have in these adapters. Moreover, SoftAP mode provides the facility of Hotspot for your other devices that can be connected with it. And, you may be aware that nowadays the hotspot factor is trending and this feature is must have in such devices. At last this product is given to the customers with the warranty of 2 years which is great and most of the manufacturers lack this.

System Requirements

It can be connected in any PC or laptop with a simple plugin and connect. It supports all Windows OS, Mac OS, Linux Kernal 2.6-3.16 which is also a good and positive aspect for this adapter.

EndNote for this device, I would recommend It for normal users and officials who have not heavy stuff on the internet to do. I would also recommend it for the travelers to have this because it is easy to carry and it can provide you hotspot for your other devices on the trip.

4. Panda Wireless PAU06

This black Panda Wireless adapter is also one of the best wireless USB adapters. It has a 2.4GHz band but with the maximum speed support to 300Mbps which is a good sign for single band adapter. It has one antenna for maximum signal strength. It can be connected to any pc or laptop with ease. It is used for normal emailing, web surfing and other official tasks. However, it can also be used for HD video streams.

The security standards support 64/128bit, WEP, WPA and WPA2 (TKIP + AES). So, the security standards are quite normal like other adapters. However, if you have any threat to data theft, I don’t recommend it for you. But, for normal routine users, it is fine.

Due to the external antenna attached to it, it is sometimes not advised to be carried with yourself. It seems to be an extra part of your pc and more specifically laptops. It also lacks the 5Ghz band that most of the users looking for.

System Requirements / Support

It can be connected with any pc or laptop. It has not been designed for any specific brand or pc so, it supports all 32 to 64-bit Windows OS, Mac OS, and Linux. It also supports any router that has 802.11g/n.

Read more about best wireless routers here

Warranty

It provides the user with a 1-year warranty.

In the end, if you are comfortable to use this hardware and carry it with yourself for normal usage, then no problem just get this for yourself. But, it is not recommended for heavy tasks.

5. Net-Dyn AC1200

This USB wireless adapter is one of the best choices for your desktop or laptop converting your wired connection into wireless. It has dual band capability 2.4GHz to 5Ghz. It is easy to install on your desktop and laptops. The easy setup makes it convenient for users. Just plug in the adapter, connect to the network and go. It has 3.0 USB support and can be connected with any router that has 802.11b/g/n/ac.

The 5GHz band supports up to 300Mbps speed for intensive application and online gaming, HD streaming. The 2.4GHz band provides normal internet usage like web surfing, emails, etc.

The size of this USB adapter is bit large than other mini/Nano USB adapters so it will be difficult to carry it for your laptops. However, it is good to be best fitted in desktops.

System Requirements / supports

It can be connected with any PC / desktops or laptops that have Windows OS (Windows 10, 8.1, 8,7, Vista and XP), Mac 10.7 to 10.8. However, it doesn’t work with Mac OS sierra.

My Last Words,

Hopefully, now you have seen and understood all about these USB wireless adapters. I have listed these after research and reviews from different users. But, I selected Net Gear Nighthawk AC1900 for myself as I really need high speed and long range. As price is a bit high, but I am comfortable with that. So, it depends upon your affordability and usage to select one among above.

I hope that you liked this article if you want to know why do we need a wireless USB adapter, so let me know I will write an article regarding that soon.