TP-Link TL-PA4010PKITV5.0 AV600 Passthrough Powerline Adapter Kit

The TP-Link TL-PA4010PKITV5.0 is an AV600 powerline adapter kit for extending a wired network over household electrical wiring. It has passthrough sockets and is promoted as plug-and-play, but the advertised 600Mbps is a powerline link rate, not a promised internet speed.

At a glance

Uses existing household electrical wiring to carry a wired network connection between rooms.
Passthrough socket is intended to leave an outlet available for another device or power bar.
The listing advertises up to 600Mbps over power wiring and up to 300 m range. These are stated maximums, not guaranteed real-world throughput or coverage.

Price

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Reference price: ~~£49.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Passthrough sockets can reduce the loss of access to a wall outlet where an adapter is installed.
The advertised plug-and-play setup avoids running new network cabling or drilling.
Customer feedback reports easy setup and improved signal strength, though connection and speed experiences vary.

Cons

The Ethernet interface is listed without a Gigabit specification, so buyers needing higher wired speeds should confirm the port capability before purchase.
The 600Mbps figure is a powerline link-rate claim and should not be treated as expected internet throughput.

Technical specifications

13 specifications

Identity
Brand	TP-Link
Model	TL-PA4010PKITV5.0

Network and features
Powerline data rate	Data transfer rate up to 600Mbps over electrical wires, ideal for HD video streaming and online gaming
Powerline range	Up to 300 m range over the household power circuit for better performance through walls or across floors
Hardware interface	Ethernet
Power socket	Embedded power socket ideal for other devices using the same outlet
Setup	No new wires or drilling required, just use existing electrical wires, no setup required, simply plug and play

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	5.8L x 4.2W x 9.5H centimetres
Weight listed	10.58 Ounces

Compatibility and warranty
Compatible devices	Desktop
Compatible operating system family	Windows
Minimum required operating system version	Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP
Warranty claim	Up to 3 years warranty, works with any broadband and power line adapters

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The advertised 600Mbps powerline rate and customer reports of speeds below that refer to different measures. Actual performance can vary, and some customers report dropped or disappearing powerline connections. The stated range is also an upper claim, not a guaranteed result. The listing does not specify the Ethernet port's maximum speed, so confirm it if that matters for your setup.

What’s in the box

Included

2 Ethernet cables
2 TL-PA4010P powerline adapters
Quick Installation Guide

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Connecting a desktop or other Ethernet device in a room where running a network cable is inconvenient.
Buyers who want a passthrough socket on the powerline adapter.
Basic wired network extension where real-world speed requirements are modest and can be checked against the Ethernet-port specification.

Less suited to

Buyers who need confirmed Gigabit Ethernet or guaranteed throughput close to 600Mbps.
Setups where uninterrupted connectivity is essential and variable powerline performance is unacceptable.

TP-Link TL-PA4010PKITV5.0 AV600 Passthrough Powerline Adapter Kit · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 9,388 ratings

5 stars71%71%
4 stars17%17%
3 stars7%7%
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Customer feedback highlights easy setup, reported improvements in signal strength and positive impressions of functionality and value. Experiences with speed, connectivity and reliability are mixed, with some reports of stable connections and reduced latency alongside reports of drops, disappearing links and speeds below the advertised 600Mbps. For a basic wired link over household wiring, those reports make local performance and stability important considerations rather than assuming the stated maximum.

Positive themes

Customers report that setup is easy.
Customer feedback includes reports of improved signal strength and positive functionality.

Mixed feedback

Customers describe speed, connectivity and reliability as mixed, including reports of connection drops and speeds below the advertised 600Mbps.

Frequently asked questions

Does the advertised 600Mbps mean 600Mbps internet speed?

No. The listing describes up to 600Mbps over electrical wiring. That is a powerline link-rate claim, not a promise of internet speed or actual data throughput.

Does this kit use Wi-Fi?

The supplied details describe Ethernet powerline networking. They do not state that the kit provides Wi-Fi.

Can I still use the wall socket when the adapter is plugged in?

The product is described with an embedded passthrough power socket for connecting another device or a power bar.

What is stated as included?

The listed contents specify two Ethernet cables, two TL-PA4010P adapters and a Quick Installation Guide.