BENFEI USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter, Model 000269grey

Gigabit Model: BENFEI 000269grey is a USB-C to RJ45 Ethernet adapter for adding a wired network connection to compatible USB-C devices. Its claimed link speed is up to 1Gbps, with 100Mbps and 10Mbps network compatibility, though reaching 1Gbps requires a CAT6 or higher Ethernet cable.

At a glance

The listing claims up to 1Gbps and backward compatibility with 100Mbps and 10Mbps networks.
A CAT6 or higher Ethernet cable is specified as necessary to reach 1Gbps.
The adapter is described as plug-and-play, with a nylon-braided cable and aluminium housing.
The compatibility list includes USB-C laptops, tablets and smartphones, and specifically excludes Nintendo Switch.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$18.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Provides an RJ45 wired-network option for compatible USB-C devices, useful where wireless connectivity is inconsistent or busy.
Supports the listed 1Gbps rate and slower 100Mbps and 10Mbps networks.
Braided cable and aluminium housing are stated construction features.

Cons

The 1Gbps claim depends on using a CAT6 or higher Ethernet cable.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Identity
Brand	BENFEI
Model	000269grey
Interface	USB Type C
Data link protocol	IEEE 802.3
Data transfer rate	1 Gigabits Per Second

Compatibility
Compatible devices	[Laptop, Tablet, Smartphone]
Minimum listed operating system	Mac OS 10.13 High Sierra

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	10L x 10W x 10H millimetres
Weight listed	1 Grams

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing gives dimensions of 10L x 10W x 10H millimetres and weight of 1 Grams, but these unusually small listed measurements are unconfirmed. Its device-specific compatibility examples are uneven and contain malformed entries, so check support for the exact device and operating system before buying. The listing also describes the body as aluminium alloy and the cable as nylon braided.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

USB-C laptop, tablet or smartphone owners who need wired Ethernet and whose device supports this adapter.
Buyers seeking a compact Ethernet adapter for use with an appropriate CAT6 or higher cable and a Gigabit network.

Less suited to

Nintendo Switch users, which the listing says is incompatible.
Anyone needing a speed above the stated 1Gbps or an adapter with additional ports.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 9,065 ratings

5 stars75%75%
4 stars13%13%
3 stars5%5%
2 stars2%2%
1 star5%5%

The supplied evidence contains aggregate ratings but no written customer feedback, so it does not establish specific strengths, complaints or reasons for the ratings. The overall rating distribution is mostly five-star, with a smaller one-star share, but that alone cannot show how reliably the adapter performs or whether it suits a particular USB-C device.

Frequently asked questions

What connection speed does the listing claim?

It lists 1 Gigabits Per Second and says the adapter is backward compatible with 100Mbps and 10Mbps networks. Reaching 1Gbps requires a CAT6 or higher Ethernet cable.

Which devices are supported?

The general device list names laptops, tablets and smartphones with USB-C. Specific compatibility varies by model, and the listing says Nintendo Switch is not compatible, so confirm support for your device.

Does it need a particular operating system?

Mac OS 10.13 High Sierra is listed as the minimum required operating system version. The listing's device-specific compatibility examples are inconsistent, so confirm your setup before purchase.