Selecting the right Ethernet switch for your business network is critical to ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability while avoiding costly future upgrades and network downtime. This guide helps you understand the types, features, and best brands of Ethernet switches for SMBs and enterprises in 2025.

​The Huawei S5735-L24T4X-A1 is a compact, high-density campus switch positioned in the S5700 family. It is designed for access-layer and aggregation scenarios that require a mix of Gigabit copper ports and high-speed 10Gb SFP+ uplinks, making it suitable for campus wiring closets, small data closets, and edge switch deployments.

The Huawei CloudEngine S5735‑L24T4S‑A1 (part number 98011306 / 98011306‑001) is a high‑performance, cost‑effective enterprise access switch that offers 24 Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 downlink ports and 4 Gigabit SFP uplink ports, powered by a built‑in AC supply. Designed for campus network access and gigabit desktop scenarios, it delivers up to 42 Mpps forwarding performance and a switching capacity of 56 Gbps in a compact 1U form factor. Supporting mature Huawei networking technologies such as intell