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Fortinet FortiGate 200G
Fortinet FortiGate 200G
★ 3.7 Value Score

Technical Specifications

  • Firewall Throughput: 39 Gbps
  • Threat Prevention Throughput: 6.4 Gbps
  • IPsec VPN Throughput: 35 Gbps
  • Max Sessions: 11,000,000
  • New Sessions/sec: 390,000
  • Interfaces: 10x GE RJ45, 4x GE SFP, 8x 5GE RJ45, 8x 10GE SFP+
  • Form Factor: 1 RU Rack Mount

Curation Review

  • ✔ Pros: Exceptional throughput for its class powered by the SP5 (NP7Lite) processor; high port density including 10G SFP+ and 2.5G Multi-Gig; integrated redundant power supplies.
  • ✘ Cons: Significant recurring costs for FortiGuard security subscriptions; high initial hardware investment; non-field-replaceable components (fans/PSUs) in this specific chassis.
  • Est. Price: $6,200 - $7,920

Compare Against

Fortinet FortiGate 120G
Fortinet FortiGate 120G
★ 4.4 Value Score

Technical Specifications

  • Firewall Throughput: 39 Gbps
  • Threat Prevention Throughput: 2.8 Gbps
  • IPsec VPN Throughput: 35 Gbps
  • Max Sessions: 3,000,000
  • New Sessions/sec: 140,000
  • Interfaces: 18x GE RJ45 (incl. MGMT/HA), 8x GE SFP, 4x 10GE SFP+
  • Form Factor: 1RU Rack Mount

Curation Review

  • ✔ Pros: Exceptional throughput powered by the new FortiSP5 ASIC; High-density 10GE connectivity for a mid-range appliance; Dual redundant power supplies included; Integrated SD-WAN and ZTNA support.
  • ✘ Cons: High cost of mandatory security subscriptions; FortiOS can have a steep learning curve; Support and licensing can be expensive compared to lower-tier brands.
  • Est. Price: $2,900 - $3,960

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