Choosing the Right Network Cable | CAT5e vs CAT6 vs CAT7
Not all cables are created equal. Learn the key differences between CAT5e, CAT6, and CAT7 — and which one best suits your business connectivity needs.
Network Cabling in South Africa
When it comes to building a reliable and future-ready network, the choice of cabling is a crucial foundation. Each cable category — CAT5e, CAT6, and CAT7 — offers distinct advantages in speed, shielding, and performance.
CAT5e remains a cost-effective choice for smaller networks and standard office connectivity, supporting speeds up to 1 Gbps. CAT6 steps up with higher frequencies and improved crosstalk reduction, making it ideal for most modern offices and structured cabling systems. For high-performance and mission-critical environments, CAT7 delivers superior shielding, bandwidth up to 10 Gbps, and long-distance reliability — perfect for data rooms, enterprise networks, and professional installations.
At [Your Company Name], we provide CAT5e, CAT6, and CAT7 cable installation services across South Africa. Whether you’re upgrading existing infrastructure or planning a new build, our certified team ensures every connection is tested, labelled, and optimized for performance.