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DOCSIS 3.1 worth it for 200 Mpbs plan?

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I have a 200Mbps download plan with Optimum. I’m looking to buy a new modem and wondering if a DOCSIS 3.1 modem is worth the extra price. I do not plan to upgrade my plan since 200 is more than enough for me. Would there be any significant difference in performance over a DOCSIS 3.0?

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Smorgas47@alien.topB
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Nope, but I’ve heard that cable companies are working to phase out the DOCSIS 3.0 modems, so you might be better off getting a DOCSIS 3.1 modem. You can get a refurbished Arris SB8200 for a decent price.

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TheEthyr@alien.topB
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There likely won’t be any difference. But if your ISP is using DOCSIS 3.1, then you will be helping them by not using DOCSIS 3.0.

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Sportiness6@alien.topB
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Docsis 3.1 is the absolutely minimum I’d get in 2023.

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