Interfaces: 8 x 1G RJ-45, 8 x 1/10G SFP+, 1 x Network Module Slot
Form Factor: 1U Rackmount
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Superior encrypted traffic performance with hardware acceleration (6.7 Gbps TLS); Maintains high throughput even with AVC and IPS services enabled; Highly scalable through clustering (up to 8 units) and Multi-Instance support
✘ Cons:Complex and restrictive Smart Licensing model often criticized for its cost structure; Management interface (FMC) has a steep learning curve and can be slow; High total cost of ownership compared to some competitors in the same performance bracket
Est. Price:
$35,000 - $75,000
Compare Against
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.