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For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), the Ethernet switch is no longer a commodity box—it’s the backbone of productivity. From Wi-Fi 7 access points and VoIP phones to cloud applications and IP surveillance, every device depends on a reliable Gigabit switch.
In 2025, choosing the right switch means balancing port density, PoE capacity, uplink flexibility, security, and long-term cost efficiency. With dozens of brands competing, IT managers often ask: Which switch family delivers the best value for SMBs today?
In this guide, we compare three popular Gigabit switch families—Ruijie S5350, Huawei S5720, and Cisco Business 350—and also briefly review alternatives like Juniper, HPE, and Dell. By the end, you’ll have a clear roadmap for selecting the best switch for your SMB in 2025.
Who Should Read This Guide?
- SMB IT managers upgrading from legacy Fast Ethernet to Gigabit with PoE
- Education networks deploying campus-wide wired access for classrooms, labs, and dormitories
- Government branch offices requiring secure and redundant switching infrastructure
- System integrators evaluating product families for customer deployments
- Business owners seeking clear guidance on which switch delivers the best ROI
Key Considerations When Choosing a Gigabit Switch
When evaluating Gigabit switches in 2025, keep these factors at the top of your checklist:
| Factor | Why It Matters | What to Look For |
| Port Density | Determines device capacity | 24–48 GE ports for SMB offices; 12-port for branch sites |
| PoE / PoE+ | Powers APs, IP phones, cameras | PoE+ (30W) or higher, with enough total budget |
| Uplink Speed | Prevents bottlenecks to core | At least 2 × 10G SFP+; ideally 4 uplinks |
| Layer 3 Features | Enables inter-VLAN routing and IPv6 | Static routing, OSPF, VRRP support |
| Stacking | Expands and simplifies management | True stacking, VSU, or iStack |
| Resiliency | Avoids downtime | Surge protection, redundant PSU/fans |
| Management | SMB IT teams are lean | Web UI, SNMP/CLI, or cloud dashboard |
| Warranty & Support | Reduces risk and TCO | 3-year warranty with return/replacement |
| Price vs Value | SMBs must maximize ROI | Feature-rich switches without enterprise price tags |
Ruijie S5350 Series
The Ruijie S5350-E family is designed for SMBs and schools seeking enterprise-grade reliability with strong surge protection (up to ±10kV) and VSU stacking. Models range from compact 12-port units to full 48-port PoE+ systems, making it one of the most flexible SMB switch families.
| Model | Ports | Uplinks | PoE | Key Features | Best For |
| RG-S5350-24GT4XS-E | 24 × GE | 4 × 10G SFP+ | – | Compact L3 switch, VSU stacking | Small SMB offices |
| RG-S5350-48GT4XS-E | 48 × GE | 4 × 10G SFP+ | – | High-density access | Growing SMBs |
| RG-S5350-12GT4XS-P-E | 12 × GE | 4 × 10G SFP+ | PoE+ | Compact with PoE+ | Branch deployments |
| RG-S5350-24GT4XS-P-E | 24 × GE | 4 × 10G SFP+ | PoE+ | Balanced PoE budget | SMB offices with APs |
| RG-S5350-48GT4XS-P-E | 48 × GE | 4 × 10G SFP+ | PoE+ | High-density PoE | Schools & hotels |
| RG-S5350-24GT4SFP-E | 24 × GE | 4 × SFP | – | Fiber uplinks option | Fiber-rich sites |
| RG-S5350-48GT4SFP-E | 48 × GE | 4 × SFP | – | Large fiber access | Campuses |
| RG-S5350-24GT4SFP-P-E | 24 × GE | 4 × SFP | PoE+ | Fiber + PoE | Mixed deployments |
| RG-S5350-48GT4SFP-P-E | 48 × GE | 4 × SFP | PoE+ | Fiber + high PoE | Enterprise SMBs |
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Huawei S5720 Series
The Huawei S5720 family offers multiple tiers (LI, SI, EI) to match different budgets and feature needs. With iStack stacking, Huawei VRP software, and advanced OAM features, it is widely deployed in schools, government, and campus networks.
| Model | Ports | Uplinks | PoE | Key Features | Best For |
| S5720-12TP-LI-AC | 12 × GE | Combo uplinks | – | Compact, low-cost | Small offices |
| S5720-36C-EI-28S-AC | 28 × SFP | Flexible | – | EI features, flexible access | Enterprise edge |
| S5720-28X-SI-24S-AC | 24 × SFP | 4 × 10G | – | SI performance | Campus networks |
| S5720-52P-PWR-LI-AC | 48 × GE | 4 uplinks | PoE+ | Large PoE budget | Education/government |
| S5720-28TP-PWR-LI-AC | 24 × GE | 4 uplinks | PoE+ | Balanced PoE | SMB offices |
| S5720S-52X-PWR-LI-AC | 48 × GE | 4 × 10G | PoE+ | High capacity PoE | Large SMBs |
| S5720S-52X-LI-AC | 48 × GE | 4 × 10G | – | High density, non-PoE | Campuses |
| S5720S-52P-LI-AC | 48 × GE | 4 uplinks | – | Budget-friendly LI model | SMBs |
| S5720S-28P-PWR-LI-AC | 24 × GE | 4 uplinks | PoE+ | Compact PoE | Schools & retail |
| S5720S-28P-LI-AC | 24 × GE | 4 uplinks | – | LI non-PoE | Cost-sensitive SMBs |
| S5720S-12TP-PWR-LI-AC | 12 × GE | Combo uplinks | PoE+ | Very compact PoE | Branch offices |
| S5720-52X-PWR-SI-AC | 48 × GE | 4 × 10G | PoE+ | SI-level performance | Enterprise access |
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Cisco Business 350 Series
The Cisco CBS350 line is purpose-built for SMBs that want Cisco reliability with simplified management. It offers true stacking, dual firmware images, and a Business Dashboard for easy monitoring.
| Model | Ports | Uplinks | PoE | Key Features | Best For |
| CBS350-48P-4G-CN | 48 × GE | 4 × GE | PoE+ | Dashboard + stacking | Large SMBs |
| CBS350-24T-4G-CN | 24 × GE | 4 × GE | – | Entry-level non-PoE | Cost-conscious offices |
| CBS350-24FP-4G-CN | 24 × GE | 4 × GE | Full PoE+ | Higher PoE budget | AP & camera-heavy SMBs |
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Competitive Alternatives (Juniper, HPE, Dell)
While Ruijie, Huawei, and Cisco dominate the SMB space, other brands are worth noting:
| Brand | Series | Pros | Cons |
| Juniper | EX2300 / EX3400 | Junos OS, Virtual Chassis, reliability | Higher cost, overkill for SMB |
| HPE Aruba | 2530 / 2540 | Aruba Wi-Fi integration, simplified mgmt | 10G uplinks costlier |
| Dell | N2000 / N3000 | Stacking, good CLI | Support less consistent outside core markets |
Which Series for Which Use Case?
Each SMB has different needs. Here’s how the three series map to common scenarios:
- Need high surge protection & stacking at low cost → Ruijie RG-S5350 familyExample: RG-S5350-24GT4XS-P-E for a 24-port PoE AP deployment in an SMB office.
- Example: RG-S5350-24GT4XS-P-E for a 24-port PoE AP deployment in an SMB office.
- Require flexible combo ports & ring protection → Huawei S5720-SI/EI familyExample: S5720-28TP-PWR-LI-AC for school campus lab access, ensuring both copper and fiber flexibility.
- Example: S5720-28TP-PWR-LI-AC for school campus lab access, ensuring both copper and fiber flexibility.
- Prefer Cisco ecosystem & dashboard ease-of-use → Cisco CBS350 seriesExample: CBS350-24FP-4G-CN for a branch office with guest VLAN + PoE surveillance, leveraging Cisco’s intuitive dashboard.
- Example: CBS350-24FP-4G-CN for a branch office with guest VLAN + PoE surveillance, leveraging Cisco’s intuitive dashboard.
Scenario-Based Recommendations:
| Scenario | Recommended Brand/Model | Why |
| SMB office (24-port PoE AP deployment) | Ruijie RG-S5350-24GT4XS-P-E | Affordable, strong surge protection, PoE+ |
| School campus lab access | Huawei S5720-28TP-PWR-LI-AC | PoE+, combo uplinks, reliable for multi-user labs |
| Branch office with guest VLAN + surveillance cameras | Cisco CBS350-24FP-4G-CN | Full PoE+, easy VLAN segmentation via dashboard |
| Large campus with many APs | Huawei S5720-52P-PWR-LI-AC | High PoE budget, 48-port, iStack for scalability |
| Fiber-heavy deployment | Ruijie RG-S5350-48GT4SFP-E | SFP uplinks ideal for fiber aggregation |
Why These Brands and Why Buy from NS
SMBs often ask: Why choose Ruijie, Huawei, or Cisco—and why buy from Network-Switch.com (NS)?
Why These Brands?
- Ruijie: Best value and port surge protection, feature-rich Layer 3 switching for SMBs.
- Huawei: Flexible combo port options, iStack, OAM, and strong reputation in education/government.
- Cisco: Intuitive dashboard management, seamless integration with Cisco routers and APs, and trusted global ecosystem.
Why Buy from NS?
- ✅ Authorized reseller – official Cisco, Huawei, and Ruijie partner.
- ✅ Extended protection – 3-year warranty, 30-day free return, 1-year part replacement.
- ✅ Transparent pricing – enterprise features without inflated costs.
- ✅ Procurement-friendly – bulk orders, invoicing, and contract support for SMBs and schools.
- ✅ Technical guidance – pre-sales advice and post-sales deployment support.
💡 With NS, you get more than hardware—you get peace of mind, predictable costs, and expert-backed deployments.
FAQs – Common Buyer Questions
Q1: Do all three families support PoE+?
A: Yes. Each brand offers PoE+ models suitable for powering APs, phones, and IP cameras.
Q2: What uplinks are included?
A: Most models provide 2–4 × 10G uplinks (Cisco CBS350 offers 1G/10G depending on SKU).
Q3: Which switch has the strongest surge protection?
A: Ruijie S5350 (±10kV per port).
Q4: Do these switches support IPv6?
A: Yes. Huawei and Cisco have full IPv6 support, and Ruijie supports IPv6 with routing protocols.
Q5: Which family is easiest for non-technical staff to manage?
A: Cisco CBS350, thanks to the Business Dashboard.
Q6: Can I stack these switches?
A: Yes: Ruijie uses VSU, Huawei uses iStack, Cisco supports true stacking.
Q7: Which model is best for fiber-heavy deployments?
A: Huawei S5720-36C-EI-28S-AC or Ruijie S5350 SFP variants.
Q8: What’s the warranty from Network-Switch.com?
A: 3 years standard, 30-day returns, 1-year spare parts replacement.
Q9: Are these suitable for schools and government?
A: Yes. Huawei S5720 is widely used in education/government; Ruijie and Cisco also have PoE-heavy models suited for campuses.
Q10: Which is the most budget-friendly option overall?
A: Ruijie S5350 series delivers the strongest value-for-money.
Conclusion – Our Top Picks for 2025
- Ruijie: RG-S5350-24GT4XS-P-E – A 24-port Gigabit switch with 4 × 10G uplinks and PoE+, perfect for SMBs deploying Wi-Fi APs and IP phones with excellent surge protection at a competitive price.
- Huawei: S5720-52P-PWR-LI-AC – 48-port Gigabit switch with PoE+, strong reliability, and VRP OS, ideal for schools and government offices with large PoE requirements.
- Cisco: CBS350-24FP-4G-CN – 24-port PoE+ switch with Cisco’s Business Dashboard and stacking support, excellent for SMBs seeking simplicity and integration with existing Cisco gear.
👉 No matter which brand you choose, buying from Network-Switch.com ensures you get genuine hardware, a 3-year warranty, 30-day returns, 1-year part replacement, and enterprise-level procurement support.