I challenge anyone claiming differences in ethernet cables passing packets. There can be zero differences because a bit is a bit. Bits just don't get dropped or we would not have communication over the internet.
OK, let's think this through... What kind of ethernet cable is carrying the signal to the router and possibly to the internal switch in the house? It's generally marginal semi-junk that is just sufficient to carry the signal. Cheap copper.
So what's the point in purchasing $500 ethernet cable? Just use off-the-shelf cable that is rated above the speed of the connection.
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