- Jun 27, 2005
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I just got an email from my cable provider saying I need to upgrade my modem. I have an early Docsis 3.0 modem which only supports 4x4 channels. I did not know that was a thing until now. I've been looking at new modems, and there are 8x4, 16x4, and one 24x8 channel modem. The 24x8 modem is the Netgear C7000 which is $275 (includes AC1900 wifi) vs $125 for the plain 16x4 Surfboard modem. I have 150 Mbps service, would it be worth getting the C7000 over the cheaper options? Or is that just throwing away money for no perceivable benefit?