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Network Transceivers under $150

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3 network transceivers under $150 from HPC Optics, 10Gtek, Elfcam and more. Prices run $99 to $139.

HPC OpticsSpec score 7.5

QSFP+, 40 Speed, DAC cable

+Breakout design splits one 40G port into four 10G links
+Direct-attach copper cable needs no separate optics
+1 m length suits connections within one rack
−Only 1 m reach limits placement between devices
−Passive copper cable is restricted to short distances
$98.99
as of 11/04/2026 03:10 PST - Details
MxrnmrorqSpec score 7.5

QSFP+, 40 Speed

+Supports 40G speed for high-bandwidth fiber links
+Rated for up to 2 km reach
+Uses an MPO interface for fiber connection
−Requires compatible QSFP+ port on the host device
$125.50
as of 11/04/2026 06:07 PST - Details
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40 Speed, Multimode fiber

+Supports 40 Gbps transmission speed
+Works with multimode fiber cabling
+Fiber optic module for high-speed data links
$139.97
as of 11/04/2026 03:10 PST - Details

Compare specs

network transceiverForm factorSpeedMediumSpec scorePrice
QSFP+40DAC cable7.5$98.99
as of 11/04/2026 03:10 PST - Details
QSFP+407.5$125.50
as of 11/04/2026 06:07 PST - Details
40Multimode fibern/a$139.97
as of 11/04/2026 03:10 PST - Details

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