PA-1410 vs PA-1420: plan for the network you have.

Both belong to the PA-1400 family. Compare their connection options alongside security capacity, resilience and the cost of the complete configuration.

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Compare the connections

Item	PA-1410	PA-1420
Copper supporting 2.5/5Gbps	4 ports: 9–12	8 ports: 5–12
Fibre supporting 10Gbps	4 ports: 19–22	8 ports: 15–22
PoE-capable ports	Ports 9–12	Ports 9–12
Request a proposal	Get quote proposal	Get quote proposal

The figures above describe data interfaces, not inspection throughput. Confirm transceiver compatibility and include required optics in the proposal.

When the differences matter

If several links need multi-gigabit copper or 10Gbps fibre, the number of suitable interfaces can affect the design. A site with fewer high-speed connections may have different priorities, such as inspection headroom, support scope or redundancy.

Do not select PA-1420 simply because it has more high-speed ports. First document internet and internal traffic, enabled security services, concurrent sessions, VPN demand and future growth. Then compare both models using current manufacturer performance specifications.

Plan the installation as well as the appliance

Review rack space, power feeds, optics, high-availability connections and management access. If an HA pair is needed, state that explicitly: the quote and implementation plan must cover the complete pair and its supporting connections.

What your proposal should make clear

01 · The decision these two turn on

Set out the interface and throughput requirement that separates them for your site. If the requirement does not distinguish them, the cheaper is the right answer and we will say so.

02 · Headroom over the support term

Compare both against where traffic will be in three years, not today. The gap between these models is usually bought for growth rather than for present load.

03 · Identical comparison terms

Request both quotes with the same subscriptions, support duration and accessories. A difference in bundle, not in hardware, is what makes one look cheaper.

Questions buyers ask

What is a practical difference between PA-1410 and PA-1420?

PA-1420 provides more copper ports supporting 2.5/5Gbps and more fibre ports supporting 10Gbps. The comparison table shows the documented port ranges. Security performance and the rest of the design still need separate review.

Can you quote both models for comparison?

Yes. Select one model and mention the second in your requirement. Ask for the same subscription and support term on both proposals so the comparison is meaningful.

Can I choose a firewall using only my employee count?

No. Share peak internet traffic, the proportion of encrypted traffic to inspect, concurrent connections, remote users, branch links and growth plans. Two offices with the same headcount can need different designs.

Your next step

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Sources and review notes

Product references checked on 12 October 2026. Specifications and availability can change; confirm the final configuration before ordering. The buying advice on these pages is Invitty’s guidance, not a manufacturer performance guarantee.