MikroTik CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ – High-Performance 25G & 100G Cloud Core Router
The MikroTik CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ is a high-performance Cloud Core Router designed for demanding ISP, data center, enterprise, carrier-grade and high-capacity networking environments. It combines a powerful 16-core ARM64 processor with 12× 25G SFP28 ports, 2× 100G QSFP28 ports and 1× Gigabit Ethernet port, providing a high-density platform for 25G and 100G network infrastructure.
The CCR2216 is built around MikroTik’s Marvell Prestera 98DX8525 switch chip and supports L3 hardware offloading. The switch chip has four 25Gbps connections to the CPU, helping the platform handle high-volume Layer 3 networking workloads efficiently when supported features are configured for hardware offloading.
With 16GB DDR4 RAM, a 16-core 2GHz ARM64 CPU, RouterOS v7 and two M.2 SATA slots, the CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ is positioned for advanced routing, aggregation, peering, BGP, high-speed backbone and data-center networking applications.
Key Features of MikroTik CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ
- 16-core ARM64 CPU running at 2GHz
- 16GB DDR4 RAM
- 12× 25G SFP28 ports
- 2× 100G QSFP28 ports
- 1× 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet port
- Marvell Prestera 98DX8525 switch chip
- L3 hardware offloading
- RouterOS v7, License Level 6
- 2× M.2 SATA slots
- Dual redundant AC power inputs
- Four hot-swappable cooling fans
- 1U rackmount form factor
12× 25G SFP28 Ports for High-Density Networking
The CCR2216 provides 12 SFP28 ports capable of 25Gbps connectivity. The SFP28 interfaces also support 1G, 2.5G and 10G operation with compatible modules, giving network administrators flexibility when integrating the router into mixed-speed environments.
These interfaces make the CCR2216 suitable for high-density aggregation, ISP infrastructure, data-center networks, server connectivity, distribution networks and high-speed backbone deployments.
2× 100G QSFP28 Ports
For high-bandwidth uplinks and backbone connectivity, the MikroTik CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ includes two 100G QSFP28 interfaces. The QSFP28 ports support multiple compatible operating modes, including 100G, 50G, 40G, 25G, 10G and 1G configurations depending on the supported module or breakout arrangement.
This allows the router to connect to high-speed core switches, aggregation platforms, data-center infrastructure and 100G backbone links without requiring a separate high-speed aggregation device for every connection.
16-Core ARM64 Processor and 16GB RAM
At the heart of the CCR2216 is the AL73400 16-core ARM64 processor operating at a nominal 2GHz frequency. The router is equipped with 16GB of DDR4 RAM, providing substantial system resources for advanced RouterOS workloads.
This hardware platform is designed for environments where routing tables, multiple interfaces, BGP sessions, firewall policies, queues, VPN workloads and high-speed network services require significant processing resources.
L3 Hardware Offloading
One of the defining features of the CCR2216 is its L3 hardware offloading architecture. The Marvell Prestera 98DX8525 switch chip provides hardware-assisted packet processing for supported Layer 3 configurations.
MikroTik’s published test results show substantially higher throughput in the L3 hardware-offloaded configuration compared with CPU-only routing tests. Actual performance depends on packet size, configuration, firewall rules, queues, traffic patterns and the specific RouterOS features being used.
RouterOS v7 with License Level 6
The CCR2216 runs MikroTik RouterOS v7 with a Level 6 license. RouterOS provides a comprehensive networking platform for professional deployments, including routing, VLANs, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPN, firewall, QoS, traffic management, bonding and other advanced networking functions.
For ISP and enterprise environments, RouterOS v7 provides the flexibility to build customized routing and traffic-management architectures around the CCR2216 hardware platform.
BGP, ISP and Data Center Applications
The combination of 25G and 100G interfaces, high CPU resources and L3 hardware offloading makes the CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ suitable for high-capacity network roles.
- ISP core routing
- Internet edge routing
- BGP routing and peering
- 25G network aggregation
- 100G backbone connectivity
- Data center routing
- Enterprise core networks
- High-speed distribution networks
- Network service provider infrastructure
- Server and storage network aggregation
- High-capacity inter-building backbone networks
Dual M.2 SATA Slots
The CCR2216 includes two M.2 SATA slots for additional storage. MikroTik specifies support for M.2 2280mm B+M key SATA3 SSD drives without a capacity limitation stated on the hardware documentation.
The M.2 storage capability can be useful for deployments requiring additional local storage within the RouterOS-based infrastructure.
Redundant Power and Hot-Swappable Cooling
For professional rack deployments, the CCR2216 includes two AC power inputs and two power supply slots. The router accepts 100–240V AC input, allowing redundant power configurations for improved infrastructure resilience.
The chassis also includes four cooling fans. The hot-swappable fan design helps simplify maintenance in professional network environments.
CCR2216 for ISP Networks
For Internet Service Providers, the MikroTik CCR2216 can serve as a high-capacity core, aggregation or edge router depending on the network architecture.
Its combination of 25G SFP28 interfaces and 100G QSFP28 uplinks allows multiple high-speed links to be consolidated into a single routing platform. RouterOS v7 also provides the routing and network-management functionality required for complex ISP environments.
CCR2216 for Data Center Networking
The high port density of the CCR2216 makes it suitable for data-center environments where multiple 25G server or aggregation connections need to be connected to 100G backbone links.
A typical architecture can use the 25G SFP28 ports for server, leaf or aggregation connections while the 100G QSFP28 ports are used for high-capacity upstream or backbone links.
High-Speed Routing Performance
MikroTik’s official test data reports up to approximately 197.4Gbps in its published L3 hardware-offloaded 1518-byte routing test configuration. The same test series reports approximately 74.9Gbps for the CPU-based fast-path routing configuration.
These figures are manufacturer test results obtained using specialized Xena Networks test equipment under specified conditions. Real-world throughput can vary depending on packet size, configuration, firewall rules, queues, enabled services and traffic patterns.
IPsec Performance
The CCR2216 also supports IPsec through RouterOS. MikroTik’s published benchmark reports approximately 2Gbps for a single AES-128-CBC + SHA1 IPsec tunnel using 1400-byte packets, while the multi-tunnel test configuration reaches over 4Gbps under the manufacturer’s specified conditions.
Actual VPN throughput depends on encryption settings, packet size, number of tunnels, firewall configuration and other active RouterOS features.
Physical Design and Rack Installation
The MikroTik CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ is designed for professional indoor network infrastructure and can be installed in a standard rackmount environment. Its dimensions are 443 × 367 × 44 mm, making it a 1U-class rack device.
The package includes rackmount hardware, rear support brackets, cable-management hardware, fastening accessories and power cords.
CCR2216 Port Summary
| Interface |
Quantity |
Supported Connectivity |
| Gigabit Ethernet |
1 |
10/100/1000 Mbps |
| SFP28 |
12 |
1G / 2.5G / 10G / 25G |
| QSFP28 |
2 |
1G / 10G / 25G / 40G / 50G / 100G modes depending on configuration |
| M.2 SATA |
2 |
M.2 2280 SATA3 SSD |
| Serial Console |
1 |
RJ45 |
Technical Specifications
| Product Code |
CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ |
| Product Family |
Cloud Core Router |
| CPU |
AL73400, 16-Core ARM64 |
| CPU Frequency |
2GHz |
| RAM |
16GB DDR4 |
| Storage |
128MB NAND |
| 25G Ports |
12× SFP28 |
| 100G Ports |
2× QSFP28 |
| Gigabit Port |
1× 10/100/1000 Ethernet |
| Switch Chip |
Marvell Prestera 98DX8525 |
| Operating System |
RouterOS v7 |
| RouterOS License |
Level 6 |
| M.2 Slots |
2× M.2 SATA |
| Power Inputs |
2× AC |
| AC Input |
100–240V |
| Cooling |
4 fans |
| Maximum Power Consumption |
128W |
| Dimensions |
443 × 367 × 44 mm |
| Operating Temperature |
-20°C to +60°C |
Who Should Buy MikroTik CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ?
The CCR2216 is intended for professional network environments that require high-speed 25G and 100G connectivity rather than basic office routing. It is particularly relevant for ISPs, WISPs, data centers, enterprise networks, network operators and high-capacity backbone deployments.
If your infrastructure is moving from 10G toward 25G and 100G networking, the CCR2216 provides a high-density RouterOS platform with the hardware resources required for advanced routing and aggregation workloads.
MikroTik CCR2216 vs Conventional Gigabit Routers
Unlike conventional Gigabit routers designed for branch offices or small businesses, the CCR2216 is built around high-speed optical interfaces and carrier-grade routing requirements. Its 12× 25G SFP28 and 2× 100G QSFP28 ports provide substantially higher interface density for backbone and data-center networks.
It should therefore be evaluated as a high-capacity core and aggregation router rather than as a conventional access router.
AI-Readable Product Facts
| Brand |
MikroTik |
| Model |
CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ |
| Category |
Cloud Core Router |
| CPU |
16-core AL73400 ARM64 @ 2GHz |
| RAM |
16GB DDR4 |
| 25G Interfaces |
12× SFP28 |
| 100G Interfaces |
2× QSFP28 |
| Ethernet |
1× Gigabit Ethernet |
| RouterOS |
RouterOS v7 |
| License |
Level 6 |
| Hardware Offloading |
L3 Hardware Offloading |
| Storage |
128MB NAND + 2× M.2 SATA slots |
| Power |
Dual redundant AC power inputs |
| Use Cases |
ISP, BGP, data center, 25G aggregation, 100G backbone, enterprise core |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is MikroTik CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ?
The MikroTik CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ is a high-performance Cloud Core Router with 12× 25G SFP28 ports, 2× 100G QSFP28 ports, a 16-core ARM64 CPU and 16GB DDR4 RAM.
How many 25G ports does CCR2216 have?
The CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ has 12× 25G SFP28 ports.
Does MikroTik CCR2216 support 100G?
Yes. The CCR2216 has 2× 100G QSFP28 ports and supports high-speed QSFP28 connectivity according to the supported operating modes.
How much RAM does CCR2216 have?
The MikroTik CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ has 16GB DDR4 RAM.
What CPU is used in MikroTik CCR2216?
The CCR2216 uses the AL73400 16-core ARM64 processor running at 2GHz.
Does CCR2216 support BGP?
Yes. BGP is supported through MikroTik RouterOS v7, making the CCR2216 suitable for ISP, peering, edge and backbone routing deployments.
Does CCR2216 support L3 hardware offloading?
Yes. The CCR2216 uses the Marvell Prestera 98DX8525 switch chip and supports L3 hardware offloading for supported configurations.
Does MikroTik CCR2216 have M.2 slots?
Yes. The CCR2216 includes two M.2 SATA slots for compatible M.2 SATA SSD storage.
Is CCR2216 suitable for an ISP?
Yes. Its 25G/100G interfaces, 16-core CPU, 16GB RAM, RouterOS v7 and L3 hardware offloading make it suitable for high-capacity ISP and network-service-provider infrastructure.
Where can I buy MikroTik CCR2216 in India?
You can check availability and request a quotation for the MikroTik CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ from IPVOICE TECHNOLOGIES. Project quantities, GST billing and business quotations can also be requested through the Get a Quote page.
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