NEWFAST 1300 Mbps USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter

The NEWFAST 1300 Mbps USB 3.0 Wi-Fi adapter is a dual-band network dongle for desktop PCs, with four stated 6 dBi antennas and a cable-connected base for flexible placement. Its advertised 1300 Mbps total is split between 867 Mbps on 5 GHz and 400 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, rather than a single-band rate.

At a glance

Four antennas and a separate base connected by a 3.93 ft cable allow more flexible positioning than a directly plugged-in adapter.
The listing specifies 867Mbps on 5GHz and 400Mpbs on 2.4GHz, with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility.
The listing names Windows XP through Windows 11 and Linux. It says Linux requires a driver download.

Price

£28.89Save 15%

Reference price: ~~£33.99~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The cable-connected base supports flexible placement on a desktop.
The listed band-specific rates and WPA/WPA2 options give buyers useful compatibility details before purchase.
Customer feedback reports ease of installation and reliability.

Cons

Linux setup requires a driver download, according to the listing.

Technical specifications

14 specifications

Identity
Brand	NEWFAST
Colour	Deep Black

Connection and wireless
USB interface	USB 3.0
Data link protocol	IEEE 802.11ac
Advertised data transfer rate	1300 Megabits Per Second
Supported router standards	802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Advertised band-specific rates	867Mbps on 5GHz, 400Mpbs on 2.4GHz
Security protocols	WPA / WPA2, WPA-PSK/ WPA2-PSK

Antennas and placement
Antennas	4 x 6dbi Dual-band high-gain antennas
Cable length	3.93ft cable

Compatibility
Compatible devices	Desktop
Operating system families	Linux, Windows
Listed Windows versions	Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows XP
USB compatibility	USB 3.0, USB 2.0

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The 1300 Megabits Per Second headline is not the same as either band-specific rate. The listing gives 867Mbps on 5GHz and 400Mpbs on 2.4GHz, whose sum does not match the headline. It also uses 802.11ac in the title but lists 802.11a/b/g/n/ac router compatibility, and its Windows compatibility highlight omits XP despite XP appearing in the operating-system versions. Confirm the supported setup and expected rate for your computer and router. For desktops, the listing recommends a rear USB port because a low-power front port may cause connection problems. It also advises uninstalling other wireless configurations and disabling adapters from other manufacturers before driver installation.

What’s in the box

Included

1 Wi-Fi adapter
1 instruction manual

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Desktop PC users seeking a dual-band USB Wi-Fi adapter with a cable-connected base for placement flexibility.
Buyers whose systems use a listed Windows version or Linux and who are comfortable downloading a Linux driver if needed.

Less suited to

Laptop buyers should note that the compatible-device field specifically names Desktop, despite feature text referring to laptops.
Buyers needing a confirmed real-world throughput or compatibility guarantee, as the stated rates and supported configurations are listing claims.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 66 ratings

5 stars89%89%
4 stars7%7%
3 stars0%0%
2 stars0%0%
1 star4%4%

Customer feedback highlights reliability and easy installation, including a report that the adapter worked straight out of the box. These impressions may matter to desktop buyers who want a straightforward connection, but they do not verify the listing's speed, antenna or compatibility claims. The overall rating distribution is mostly five-star, with a smaller one-star share, so the positive reports do not represent every experience.

Positive themes

Customers report that the adapter is reliable.
Customers appreciate that installation is easy.

Frequently asked questions

What speeds does the listing give for each Wi-Fi band?

It lists 867Mbps on 5GHz and 400Mpbs on 2.4GHz, alongside a 1300 Megabits Per Second headline. The headline and band figures are inconsistent, so treat them as claims rather than a confirmed throughput.

Which systems are listed as compatible?

The details list Linux and Windows, and Windows XP, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 and 11. The listing says Linux users need to download a driver before installation.

Does it work with USB 2.0 ports?

Yes. The listing says the adapter supports USB 2.0 as well as USB 3.0, while claiming USB 3.0 provides maximum throughput performance.

What is included?

The stated box contents are one Wi-Fi adapter and one instruction manual. The supplied contents text spells manual as “manul”.