QFX5241-64QD-AO, Juniper QFX5200 Switch, 64x800GE Expansion Slot/Ethernet Switch

The Juniper QFX5241-64QD-AO is an advanced enterprise switch that addresses ultra-high-performance requirements in modern network environments. Purpose-built for demanding data center and cloud architectures, this enterprise switch showcases reliable end-to-end connectivity with exceptional scalability. Featuring 64 x 800 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP-DD ports, the QFX5241-64QD-AO provides a dense Ethernet Switch platform for large-scale core, spine, or aggregation deployments. With powerful expansion slot potential and 51.2 Tbps total system throughput, it ensures seamless, future-proof networking for the most data-intensive applications. The combination of Broadcom's cutting-edge TH5 chipset and Intel’s 4-core 2.2 GHz Ice Lake D CPU, alongside 32 GB DRAM and dual 480-GB NVMe SSDs, underpins robust processing and fast storage. Hot-swappable fans and power units deliver resilience and operational continuity, essential for both cloud-first enterprises and next-generation digital infrastructure. Juniper’s Junos OS Evolved simplifies comprehensive control, accelerating provisioning and end-to-end automation, while the system's modular nature—with a dedicated expansion slot and support for rack-mount kit QFX5240-2U-4PRMK—meets the dynamic needs of agile IT operations. Integration-ready for hybrid and multi-cloud environments, this switch delivers unmatched operational efficiency, supporting scalable edge-to-cloud connectivity and making it the optimal solution for regional service providers, global data centers across Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America, advanced system integrators, and end users seeking an enterprise switch that maximizes return on IT investment for years to come.

Product Features Comparison

Model	QFX5241-64QD-AO	Arista DCS-7280CR3-32P4-M#	C1-N3K-C3264Q	C1-N9KC93108FX-B24
Brand	Juniper	Arista	Cisco	Cisco
Port Configuration	64, up to 800 Gbps QSFP-DD	32 x 100GbE QSFP	64 × QSFP28 (100G)	24 × 10GBASE-T, 6 × 100G QSFP28
Switching Capacity	51.2 Tbps	Up to 12.8 Tbps	5.12 Tbps	2.4 Tbps
Forwarding Rate	n/a	Up to 4.8 Bpps	1.2 Bpps	1.2 Bpps
PoE Budget	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
Stacking Capability	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a