CATEGORY 5e PATCH CORDS CAT5e allows for Gigabit Ethernet speeds (1000BASE-T) over the full length of Ethernet. This is slower than CAT6 speeds, but CAT5e tends to be less expensive. If a fast internal network is not your priority, CAT5e is the best choice. CAT5e is fully backwards compatible with CAT5 and CAT3 equipment. SPECIFICATIONS :350 MHz ; UTP (Unshielded twisted pair); Gold plated 50u RJ45 connector; UL Listed 10/100 Base T and gigabit Ethernet networks; 24 AWG Stranded Round