Fortinet Delivers Unmatched Security and Efficient Network Performance for the Distributed Enterprise with New Next-Gen Firewalls

Core Viewpoint - Fortinet has launched the FortiGate G series next-generation firewalls, which are designed to meet the demands of distributed enterprises by providing industry-leading security and performance through advanced technology and AI-powered services [1][2]. Product Features - The FortiGate G series includes the FortiGate 70G, 50G, and 30G, all powered by Fortinet's proprietary ASIC technology and FortiOS, delivering unmatched performance and security [1][2]. - The FortiGate 70G offers up to 11x higher IPsec VPN throughput and 7x higher firewall throughput than the industry average, while consuming significantly less power [5]. - FortiGuard AI-Powered Security Services enhance threat detection and response capabilities, providing real-time automated protection against advanced cyber threats [5][9]. Performance Metrics - The FortiGate 70G achieves a firewall throughput of 10.0 Gbps, IPsec VPN throughput of 7.1 Gbps, and threat protection throughput of 1.3 Gbps, with 1.4 million concurrent sessions and 100,000 connections per second [3][5]. - The FortiGate 50G provides a firewall throughput of 5.0 Gbps, IPsec VPN throughput of 4.5 Gbps, and threat protection throughput of 1.1 Gbps, supporting 720,000 concurrent sessions and 85,000 connections per second [7]. - The FortiGate 30G delivers a firewall throughput of 4.0 Gbps, IPsec VPN throughput of 3.5 Gbps, and threat protection throughput of 0.5 Gbps, with 600,000 concurrent sessions and 30,000 connections per second [8]. Energy Efficiency - The FortiGate 70G consumes a maximum of 8.9 Watts, achieving 62x fewer watts per Gbps of IPsec VPN throughput compared to competitors [5][6]. - The FortiGate 50G also demonstrates energy efficiency with a maximum power consumption of 8.9 Watts, consuming 20x fewer watts per Gbps of IPsec VPN throughput [7]. - The FortiGate 30G has a maximum power consumption of 8.2 Watts, achieving 41x fewer watts per Gbps of firewall throughput compared to competitors [8]. Strategic Positioning - Fortinet emphasizes the importance of integrating networking and security into a unified cybersecurity platform, which is exemplified by the Fortinet Security Fabric that supports the FortiGate G series [9][10]. - The company aims to redefine the standard for next-generation firewalls by focusing on superior security effectiveness, energy efficiency, and performance [2][9].