Stacking Support: Yes, stackable via stacking ports
Max Power Consumption: 400W
Dimensions: 17.3 x 8.9 x 1.7 inches
Management: UniFi Controller / Web UI
Curation Review
✔ Pros:240W PoE budget for high device density; Dual 10G SFP+ uplink ports for high-bandwidth core connectivity; Layer 3 routing capabilities for VLAN and inter-subnet management; Centralized UniFi controller integration with intuitive dashboard; Stackable design for scalable network growth; Fanless or near-silent operation; Enterprise-grade build quality in compact form factor
✘ Cons:Requires UniFi Controller for advanced management features (standalone mode is limited); Higher initial cost compared to unmanaged switches; Limited to 10G uplinks rather than 40G or higher bandwidth options; Learning curve for users unfamiliar with UniFi ecosystem; No console port for legacy terminal-based management; PoE budget may be insufficient for very high-density deployments with power-hungry APs
Est. Price:
$899 - $1,399
Compare Against
Cisco Nexus 9300-GX2
★ 3.1 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: 25.6 Tbps - 51.2 Tbps
Forwarding Rate: 4.17 Bpps - 8.35 Bpps
Ports: 32, 48, or 64x 400G QSFP-DD (breakout support for 10/25/40/50/100/200G)
PoE Budget: N/A
Layer: L2/L3
Stacking support: vPC / ACI Fabric
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Extreme 400G density (up to 64 ports in 2RU), AI/ML optimized with RoCEv2 support, backward compatible with 40/100G optics, high power efficiency per gigabit.
✘ Cons:Prohibitively high cost and licensing fees for smaller firms, steep learning curve for ACI management, high power/cooling requirements (~1300W+), standard buffer not suitable for extreme micro-bursts.