Question Need a new ethernet cable. Recommendations?

[qxii]

In need of a new Ethernet cable that will go from my router to my computer so it needs to be atleast 1 metre. I have a lot of questions and probably more if anyone replies:

Is CCA better than pure copper? Should I buy Cat6A over 6?

I found this one on Amazon. Is it the best value for the price and does it check all the right boxes?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Monoprice-SlimRun-Cat6A-Ethernet-Patch-white/dp/B078JYD3X2/ref=sr_1_4?crid=35N0LCK0G69SL&keywords=monoprice+ethernet+cable&qid=1653050445&sprefix=monoprice+ethernet+cable,aps,63&sr=8-4

Thank you in advance for any replies

 

[tennis2]

Don't overthink it. You're only running 1m

 

[qxii]

Don't overthink it. You're only running 1m

Idk what this means, I learnt everything I know about ethernet cables in the last 15 minutes so idk what is appropriate for only running 1m

Thank you for the reply

 

[nigelivey]

CCA isn't actually rated so go copper, avoid flat cables, other than that pretty much anything!

 

[tennis2]

For gigabit ethernet at 1m, a CAT5e is fine.

Yes, pure copper is better / more durable even though CCA will work just fine for 1m anyway.

You can probably find a cable at your local hardware store or buy from monoprice directly. No need to clog up the postal system and stuff amazon's pockets for this.
https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=11382

Monoprice FLEXboot Cat6 Ethernet Patch Cable - Snagless RJ45, Stranded, 550MHz, UTP, Pure Bare Copper Wire, 24AWG, 3ft, Black - Monoprice.com

Save the time and hassle of building Ethernet cables by using fixed length UTP Cat6 Ethernet Network Cables from Monoprice™! The FLEXboot™ Series of cables feature a thi

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[faalin]

Use pure copper wire 23-24 AWG, Unless you've spent the money on upgrading your computer and modem to something above 1GB ports anything over CAT 5e is not needed.