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Cudy AC 650Mbps USB WiFi Adapter for PC 5GHz 2 4GHz Wireless Dongle WiFi USB USB Wireless Adapter for Laptop Nano Size Compatible with Windows XP 7 8 x 10 11 Mac OS
Last Updated: August 12, 2022 (Refresh Now)
7.6
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
826
Old Reviews
276
Unverified
18
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WIFI
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USB
7
NUMBER OF USB PORTS
Review Analysis - 532 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Connectivity
234laptop, adapter, usb, plug, signal
+73%
-27%
" ... I am getting approximately 100GB download on this in a room about 25 ft from the closest wifi extender. ... "
" ... I was able to download the driver with an ethernet cable. ... "
" ... Some computer don't bring disk reading devices anymore. ... "
" ... Though it works like a charm, I found that if there is only 3 out of 5 bars of wifi signal or less it doesn't connect at all. ... Using a front port instead cleared it up to 4 or 5 bars of wifi signal and worked just fine. ... "
" ... Luckily my wifi signal is still great without it. ... "
" ... Havent had any problems yet and I am definitely happy I decided to get this adapter ... "
" ... Needed to upgrade from wireless N on my laptop and could not easily replace the internal WiFi card. ... "
" ... updated WiFi connection fine . ... "
Usage
118easy to install, easy, installation, instructions, wifi
+86%
-14%
" ... Bought about a dozen of these for a team of programmers working in a factory on industrial automation. ... "
" ... Great device, easy to use ... "
" ... Flawless performance with good reception. ... "
" ... Easy to hook up. ... "
" ... Upgrading a Macbook Pro mid-2012 running on OS10.15, Catalina ... "
" ... set up in less than 5 min. ... "
" ... plugged it in, logged onto my WFI and it was up and running. ... "
" ... Easy installation and configuration. ... "
Network
103signal, router, adapter, laptop, 5ghz
+72%
-28%
" ... Signal good and had no problems. ... "
" ... The signal is ok for its size. ... I'm using it in the same room as the router. ... "
" ... Now using this device I can use wifi 5GHz. ... "
" ... Good wifi signal , easy to install ... "
" ... It immediately installed after plugging it in and I have been getting good WiFi speeds. ... "
" ... Works really well with out wifi signal, especially with the router being on the other end of the house. ... "
" ... Though it works like a charm, I found that if there is only 3 out of 5 bars of wifi signal or less it doesn't connect at all. ... Using a front port instead cleared it up to 4 or 5 bars of wifi signal and worked just fine. ... "
" ... Consistent wifi reception. ... "
Software
76drivers, linux, cd, windows 10, download
+45%
-55%
" ... The box did provide a website to download the drivers, but NONE of the websites work. ... "
" ... Advertised as linux compatible, but I was unable to get Ubuntu to detect the device after installing the provided drivers and restarting several times ... "
" ... It is not working, software bdidn't loading driver, crap. ... "
" ... The provided drivers and installation instructions for the manufacturer don't even function and are horrifically out of date. ... I had to consult a Linux form to find a driver that worked. ... It is serviceable and I'll bet some of the speed problems are down to using some random open source driver that happens to work but for a product that advertised Linux compatibility I would expect better. ... "
" ... Couldn’t get the software downloaded, instructions are useless. ... "
" ... Crashes, freezes, disconnects randomly, the software hasn't been updated since 2016. ... "
" ... Even though the title says Linux , this is definitely not compatible. ... There is no way to install drivers for this on Linux. ... "
" ... It does not have password options. ... "
Reliability
50working, months, stopped working, laptop, internal
+50%
-50%
" ... I have followed the instructions and ran the script but I continue to get errors. ... "
" ... This stopped working exactly 40 days after purchase. ... "
" ... Bought this to replace a faulty internal wireless card on a new PC that I couldn't return. ... "
" ... Product stops working after about 30 minutes of use. ... "
" ... Nevertheless today it just died and became unseen for PC. ... "
" ... The wifi stopped working but I blamed my computer and then it stopped all together within 6 months. ... "
" ... This means this product is completely useless. ... "
" ... just like the title says, two of these failed after about one year of use. ... bought them for my sons PCs and both are completely dead . ... "
Marketplace
37product, returning, window closed, trash, returned
+41%
-59%
" ... I think I will return this if I can't get it to work in the next few minutes. ... "
" ... Now I have to return it. ... "
" ... Sending this garbage back ASAP!! ... "
" ... i'm returning it tomorrow. ... "
" ... I am going to return this waste! ... "
" ... I sent the first one back for that reason, thinking that I just got a defective one, but the replacement is no better. ... "
" ... Unfortunately, the return/refund window closed already. ... "
" ... Too late to return for me. ... "
Performance
36speeds, download speed, job done, ghz, gets
+75%
-25%
" ... I did a speed test and even with other devices online, it didn't have any issues. ... "
" ... I got this for my laptop and suddenly range and reliability skyrocketed! ... "
" ... Still, this got the job done and works excellently, overall, for the time being. ... "
" ... The CUDY WC650 has provided the most reliable and consistent performance of any of them. ... "
" ... Upgrading a Macbook Pro mid-2012 running on OS10.15, Catalina ... There is a noticeable improvement in wait times and speed of page loads. ... "
" ... Solid speeds, im very happy. ... "
" ... Before installing, my download speed was 40 mgps. ... "
" ... It's fast and discrete. ... "
Size
20compact, way, size, laptop, usb
+90%
-10%
" ... But it is small and affordable ... "
" ... I needed an adaptor that was small enough to allow the laptop to slip in and out of its case without having to unplug it from the usb port. ... "
" ... It looked small and compact which is exactly what i was looking for, i had my doubts about the product being just as good in quality as the netgear wireless usb adapter I purchased from Wal-Mart which cost me $55.00 and in my personal opinion way overly priced by a ridiculous amount which I was not able to afford, being the reason why I made this purchase so that I could return the netgear adapter and receive a refund. ... "
" ... Best one yet and smaller. ... "
" ... Small and unobtrusive and rapid response. ... "
" ... Compact and works as soon as plugged in. ... "
" ... I bought this one for it's size. ... It's small and nonintrusive. ... "
" ... Bought this for its cheap price and size. ... "
Marketplace / Returns
19returning, window closed, trash, returned, refund
-100%
" ... So 10 days after return window. ... "
" ... If this works, I am returning this useless product. ... "
" ... I will be returning this ASAP. ... "
" ... this is trash ... "
" ... Too late to return for me. ... "
" ... Now I have to return it. ... "
" ... Returned and got a refund ... "
" ... Sending this garbage back ASAP!! ... "
Body
19compact, way, size, fell apart, space
+89%
-11%
" ... I bought this one for it's size. ... It's small and nonintrusive. ... "
" ... Best one yet and smaller. ... "
" ... Small and compact. ... "
" ... Compact and works as soon as plugged in. ... "
" ... Small and works. ... "
" ... Bought this for its cheap price and size. ... "
" ... But it is small and affordable ... "
" ... I keep this little sucker in my pocket. ... "
Price
17money, waste, product, good, spend
+71%
-29%
" ... Worth the buy. ... "
" ... Great value for your money. ... "
" ... It’s a must have item for the price. ... "
" ... The price was right too! ... "
" ... he also said that I didn't need to spend a lot olf money. ... "
" ... Hey, for 12 bucks, what do you expect. ... "
" ... Great product for the price. ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
12company, advertised, works as described, works, thank
+83%
-17%
" ... It works as described. ... "
" ... Thanks for trying though guys! ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Worked exactly as advertised ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Great product and company to deal with! ... "
" ... I just received it this morning. ... "
" ... Works perfectly just as advertised. ... "
Marketplace / Product As Described
5works as described, works, exactly
+100%
" ... It works as described. ... "
" ... Works perfectly just as advertised. ... "
" ... Worked exactly as advertised ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
Marketplace / Delivery
5arrived
+80%
-20%
" ... The product was delivered on time. ... "
" ... Product was as described and arrived timely. ... "
" ... The package arrived earlier than expected as well. ... "
Gaming
5would, stream, games, take, steam
+80%
-20%
" ... I bought this for my son to take advantage of our gig speed internet while streaming his games on twitch. ... "
" ... I play a lot of high demand frame quality games and experienced no dropping of frames. ... "
" ... Have no issue using it on my pc to steam Netflix, etc. ... "
Sound
3+67%
-33%
" ... listen to the reviews! ... "
" ... It also allows more than one device to be paired with it so you can switch from one to another, such as to a speaker, then a phone or then to your hearing aids. ... "
Lagging
3+33%
-67%
" ... Crashes, freezes, disconnects randomly, the software hasn't been updated since 2016. ... "
" ... the problem is that it has no range so it become so slow and sometime I will have random lag spikes. ... "
Features
3+67%
-33%
" ... This little thing even supports MONITOR MODE! ... "
" ... I liked the fact that it was small and had no blinking light. ... "
Calling
3call
+33%
-67%
" ... But no streaming, or zoom calls etc. ... "
" ... If you want to call cudy for help they have a phone number call them in china. ... "
Cable
3plug, ethernet, cudy
+67%
-33%
" ... I'm still going to try to replace the cable from its outlet in another room, but the Cudy, is keeping me connected, so I'm happy. ... "
" ... Plugs right in and goes to work immediately. ... "
Battery
3+33%
-67%
" ... I didn't use it 24 hours a day. ... "
" ... Waste of hours. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
WiFi: Yes
USB: Yes
Number of USB ports: 7
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