Palo Alto Networks PA-3200 vs Fortinet FortiGate 1000F

This comparison covers the high-end firewall and security appliance market

Updated June 25, 2026

Score Breakdown

Palo Alto Networks PA-3200

Pick

Performance

Cost value

Features

Maturity

Total: 32 / 40

Fortinet FortiGate 1000F

Performance

Cost value

Features

Maturity

Total: 30 / 40

Strengths & Weaknesses

Palo Alto Networks PA-3200

Industry-leading threat detection and prevention

Highly customizable security policies

Seamless integration with cloud services

Complex configuration and management

Higher cost

Fortinet FortiGate 1000F

High-performance SSL inspection

Advanced sandboxing capabilities

Competitive pricing

Less extensive cloud integration

Potential for performance degradation with high SSL traffic

When to Choose

Palo Alto Networks PA-3200

Best when top-notch threat detection, customization, and cloud integration are critical

Fortinet FortiGate 1000F

Best when high-performance SSL inspection, advanced sandboxing, and competitive pricing are key considerations

IT Intel Verdict

Pick: Palo Alto Networks PA-3200

The Palo Alto Networks PA-3200 excels in threat detection, customization, and cloud integration, making it the top choice for organizations requiring the highest level of security, despite its higher cost and complexity.

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