CE9855-32DQ, Huawei CE9800 Switch, 32x400GE QSFP-DD/No Fan & PSU

The Huawei CE9855-32DQ is an enterprise-class switch engineered for next-generation data center and high-density core deployments. With the CE9855 architecture, the switch meets the demands of rapid cloud and virtualization adoption by delivering industry-leading 32×400GE QSFP-DD high-density ports for massive east-west traffic. Its design, featuring Without Fan, Power Modules support, and a port-side air intake, ensures reliable performance for mission-critical workloads. As networks evolve to meet AI, big data, and multitenancy requirements, the Huawei CE9855-32DQ stands out in its capability to support VXLAN, BGP-EVPN, and advanced DevOps compatibility, aligning robust traffic analysis and programmable network features for agile management. The switch is crafted to deliver relentless throughput with a switching capacity of 25.6 Tbps and an impressive forwarding rate of 4,800 Mpps, allowing organizations and service providers across Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America to build highly available, ultra-scalable infrastructures. Its extensive range of security, native SDN compatibility with iMaster NCE-Fabric, and capability for RDMA, coupled with comprehensive O&M intelligence, make the CE9855-32DQ an ideal backbone for distributors, SMB integrators, and end users seeking future-ready connectivity. Leveraging CE9855 innovation, 32×400GE QSFP-DD port density, and the flexibility of deployment Without Fan, Power Modules, this switch is optimized for cloud, HPC, and converged networking environments that prioritize throughput, virtualization, and operational efficiency.

Product Features Comparison

Model	CE9855-32DQ	Arista DCS-7280CR3-32P4-R	C1-N5K-C56128P	C1-WSC3850-24XS-S
Brand	Huawei	Arista	Cisco	Cisco
Port Configuration	32×400GE QSFP-DD	32 x QSFP-DD	48 × 1/10G SFP+ fixed, 4 × 40G QSFP+ uplink, 2 × exp slots	24 × 10GE SFP+
Switching Capacity	25.6 Tbps	51.2 Tbps	2.56 Tbps	640 Gbps
Forwarding Rate	4,800 Mpps	n/a	1,904 Mpps	454.55 Mpps
PoE Budget	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
Stacking Capability	n/a	n/a	n/a	StackWise-480 (up to 9 units)