Alternative to CX354A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the CX354A (CX354A - Dell Connect-3 4099 FDR10 Single Port 40 / 56GbE QSFP PCI Express 3.0 Network Adapter) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar Dell parts that offer comparable performance at different price points. Each option below is in-stock, US-warehoused, and tested-and-certified before ship. Bulk pricing is available on quantities of 5+; B2B procurement can use Net 30 with PO.
About the CX354A
| SKU | CX354A |
|---|---|
| Product | CX354A - Dell Connect-3 4099 FDR10 Single Port 40 / 56GbE QSFP PCI Express 3.0 Network Adapter |
| Current price | $84.21 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View CX354A › |
Alternatives to CX354A
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
D0KXV - Dell ConnectX-3 EN Dual 40/56GBE QSFP PCI-Express 3.0 X8 8 GT/S (2) QSFP+ Transceiver Ports NIC LP for PowerEdge
SKU: D0KXV
Price: $205.26
0D0KXV - Dell ConnectX-3 EN Dual 40/56GBE QSFP PCI-Express 3.0 X8 8 GT/S (2) QSFP+ Transceiver Ports NIC LP for PowerEdge
SKU: 0D0KXV
Price: $965.55
470-AAVR - Dell 1M QSFP+ to QSFP+ 40GbE Passive Copper Direct Attach Cable
SKU: 470-AAVR
Price: $54.74
470-AAxB - Dell 0.5M QSFP+ to QSFP+ 40GbE Passive Copper Direct Attach Cable
SKU: 470-AAXB
Price: $208.87
540-BBLG - Dell Mellanox Connect x3 Dual Port 10 GbE SFP+ Full Height Network Adapter
SKU: 540-BBLG
Price: $568.75
540-BBEN - Dell Mellanox Connect x3 Dual Port 10 Gbe SFP+ full Height Network Adapter
SKU: 540-BBEN
Price: $891.13
08KP6W - Dell / Connectx-3 Dual-Port 40GbE QSFP PCI-Express 3 X8 Network Interface Card
SKU: 08KP6W
Price: $405.26
How we pick alternatives
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Spec parity — capacity, speed, port count, and form factor matched within a 10% tolerance
- Price spread — alternatives shown across the price range, so you can pick on budget
- Brand mix — both OEM-equivalent and trusted aftermarket, all certified
- Reliability data — preferred parts have failure rates below 1% in our 18-month return tracking
- In stock today — shipping today, not 4-6 weeks from now
Want a side-by-side spec comparison?
We can prepare a written comparison covering throughput, power draw, form factor and validated compatibility. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com or call +1 (407) 205-8454 — most quotes ship within 4 business hours.