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Better Budget Wi-Fi

Low-cost wireless networking gear from Belkin, Buffalo Technology, and Linksys combine impressive range, fast data transfer speeds, and affordable pricing.

Features Comparison: Belkin Leads the Budget Wi-Fi Pack

New Linksys comes closest to original SRX's performance, but Belkin wins out with better pricing.

Wi-Fi Router and Card PCW Rating Average throughput (mbps)
Close range Medium range Long range Close range with 802.11g
Belkin Wireless G-Plus MIMO Router and Notebook Card

Street: $160
85

Very Good
26.222.612.219.8
Bottom line: This model trails the Linksys in performance, but its solid transfer speeds and a bargain price make it our top choice.
Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 and Linksys Wireless-G Notebook Card with SRX

Street: $228
84

Very Good
37.228.815.122.9
Bottom line: The Linksys combination delivers super performance, though at this price you can find faster (albeit older) gear.
Buffalo Technology AirStation Turbo G High Power Wireless Smart Router and Notebook Adapter

Street: $148
78

Good
23.821.56.719.5
Bottom line: An ultralow price for decent range, but the Buffalo's speeds are sluggish and its user interface needs work.
Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX and Linksys Wireless-G Notebook Card with SRX 1 39.333.415.526.4
HOW WE TEST: Click here for details about our test methodology. 1The original price of this combination was $275.

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