✔ Pros:Features 12x 2.5G Multi-Gigabit ports to support Wi-Fi 7 access points; Upgraded to 6x 10G SFP+ uplinks for better stacking and backbone throughput; Native integration with Fortinet Security Fabric via FortiLink; High performance with 392 Mpps forwarding rate.
✘ Cons:Only 12 of the 48 access ports support 2.5G speeds; Advanced security and management features require a FortiGate firewall; Higher power draw and price for the Full PoE (FPOE) variant.
Est. Price:
$1,500 - $2,500
Compare Against
Ubiquiti UniFi Pro Max 48 PoE
★ 3.6 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: 224 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: 167 Mpps
Ports: 32 x 1GbE RJ45 (24 PoE+, 8 PoE++), 16 x 2.5GbE RJ45 (8 PoE+, 8 PoE++), 4 x 10G SFP+
PoE Budget: 720W
Layer: Layer 3
Stacking support: No (Virtual stacking via UniFi Network)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Includes 16 multi-gigabit (2.5 GbE) ports for modern high-speed devices; Generous 720W PoE budget with PoE++ support on 16 ports; Innovative Etherlighting for visual port management; Layer 3 switching capabilities.
✘ Cons:Higher price point compared to standard Pro models; Etherlighting features require specific cables for optimal effect; Deep 400mm chassis may require full-size racks; Fully dependent on the UniFi ecosystem for management.