
j5create’s JCE145C is a simple external adapter that plugs into the USB-C® port on your laptop or MacBook® . The JCE145 is an optimal solution if you do not have an Ethernet port or if you just want to increase your network speed. A USB™ Type-A adapter is connected for added compatibility with devices that lack the Type-C port.
Q: Does this have power delivery ?
A: The USB-C to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter does not include Power Delivery (PD). Its sole purpose is to provide a high-speed wired Ethernet connection via USB-C, it does not pass power through to charge a laptop or other device.
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j5create’s JCE145C is a simple external adapter that plugs into the USB-C® port on your laptop or MacBook® . The JCE145 is an optimal solution if you do not have an Ethernet port or if you just want to increase your network speed. A USB™ Type-A adapter is connected for added compatibility with devices that lack the Type-C port.

The Best Buy essentials USB to Ethernet Adapter enables high-speed internet access to USB 3.0 devices. It supports 1 Gbps, granting high-speed data transfer and fast connectivity, which is ideal for gaming and improved web browsing. Backed by Best Buy, our plug-and-play technology ensures a simple and effortless connection. And a compact design makes this adapter easy to carry and take on the go.

The USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter gives you the ability to add a Gigabit Ethernet port to your laptop or MacBook though a single USB 3.0 Type-A port, supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet and is fully compatible with IEEE 802.3/az/u/ab/x standards. This ethernet adapter provides full gigabit bandwidth and offers backward compatibility with USB 2.0. It also supports features such as IPv4/IPv6/TCP/UDP packet Checksum Offload Engine (COE) and TCP Large Send Offload to reduce the load on your CPU. Jumbo Frames, full-duplex operation, VLAN tagging and 2 VLAN ID filtering are also supported, making this an ideal replacement LAN adapter or laptop accessory in areas without Wi-Fi or if you just want to increase your Internet speed.

This UGREEN USB-C to 2.5G Ethernet Adapter delivers blazing 2.5GbE (2500Mbps) speeds—2.5x faster than standard Gigabit Ethernet—for lightning-fast NAS access, seamless 8K streaming, and lag-free competitive gaming. Built with a premium Realtek chipset and aluminum heat-dissipating housing, it ensures cool, stable operation even during sustained high-bandwidth transfers. With plug-and-play compatibility on Windows 11 and macOS, and easy driver setup for earlier Windows versions, it instantly upgrades your MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, Dell XPS, Steam Deck, or compatible laptop to a high-speed, reliable wired connection. Ideal for creators, IT professionals, and power users who demand the fastest possible network performance.
| Pros for j5create - USB-C® to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter, with 3.93" cable - Space Gray | |||
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| Overall Performance | Ease of use, Overall Performance, Speed, Connectivity, Price | Ease of use, Speed, Performance, USB, Compatibility | There were no pros for this product— |
| Cons for j5create - USB-C® to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter, with 3.93" cable - Space Gray | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Ethernet Port | Driver Installation | There were no cons for this product— |