{"id":4479,"date":"2023-12-08T05:15:57","date_gmt":"2023-12-08T05:15:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/netlinkpulse.com\/?p=4479"},"modified":"2023-12-08T05:20:00","modified_gmt":"2023-12-08T05:20:00","slug":"what-is-starlink-high-performance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/netlinkpulse.com\/what-is-starlink-high-performance\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Starlink High Performance: Which One is Right for Me?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Starlink offers you two hardware choices, standard or high performance, so you’re probably thinking: What is Starlink high performance, and do I need it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The standard version is suitable for most users: your home internet.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On the other hand, high-performance hardware is usually used by businesses, professionals, and those who live in harsh weather conditions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are trying to pick between the two, it can be hard to do so. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
That\u2019s why we have a guide here to help you see the differences between these hardware options and a description of each. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You will be able to understand the differences and pick accordingly.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The standard hardware kit is the option most customers take when they buy Starlink Residential. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is best for home use, such as making video calls, streaming your favorite shows, and browsing the web. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Starlink Roam comes with a portable dish for travel purposes. The standard kit is $599 and comes with a dish, WiFi router, mounting base, and cables. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It has everything that you need to get your WiFi up and running in a matter of minutes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You must ensure that there are no obstructions <\/a>in front of the dish. When you put it on, the phased array antenna<\/a> aims toward the best signal.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n You would need a roof mount for the best chance at this. Starlink accessories are sold separately. <\/p>\n\n\n\n (setting up a WiFi router)<\/p>\n\n\n\n The high-performance kit usually comes with maritime, mobility, business plans and a voluntary upgrade for roaming or residential plans.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n This kind of dish is usually for professionals, but you can also buy it if you live in an area with harsh weather conditions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The high-performance dish is used for more demanding things. It has a higher throughput, which means it can get more of the sky and is not affected by harsh weather. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You also get a flat high-performance version, which you can put on boats <\/a>or vehicles while in motion<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n This kit is way more expensive, as it is $2500. You get the high-performance dish, power supply, mounting base, WiFi router, and cables. The setup is simple, just like the standard kit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n (satellite dish)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Let’s look at the differences between these two kits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n (big antenna against the sky)<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is one of the most confusing things people think about the high-performance kit. Getting this kit does not mean you will have better internet speeds<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your Starlink connection only depends on the network, which depends on what type of service plan you buy. It also depends on how many Starlink users are in your area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The high-performance kit can handle more data, so that\u2019s why it\u2019s used for businesses or in situations that have a lot of devices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It can also have a higher upload speed because of its clearer sky view. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You shouldn\u2019t buy the high-performance kit in hopes that you will get a better internet speed if you only use it at home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Both kits are limited by the service plan you buy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, businesses benefit more from the high-performance kit, but standard dishes are perfect for the normal user. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The high-performance is the best when it comes to harsh weather<\/a>, and being reliable.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Since the antenna is more prominent on the high-performance dish, you\u2019re more covered on the internet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There is also a better power supply, so the dish handles ice, rain, and snow, which the standard dish cannot handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you live in some area with heavy rain, snow, and ice, you should get the high-performance dish, even though it is pretty pricey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It will still give you internet access in this bad weather, compared to the standard dish, which is more reliable if you have important things to do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As for obstructions, the high-performance dish has a view of 135 degrees, while the standard dish only has 100 degrees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, a high-performance dish is better suited to deal with the obstructions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The high degrees mean the high-performance dish can communicate with more Starlink satellites in the sky. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Apart from harsh weather conditions, it helps if you live in an area with many trees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
The High-Performance Dish<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Starlink Standard vs. High-Performance Dish<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Reliability and Obstructions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Mounting and Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n