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Benchmarked over 10Gbps SFP+ direct fiber interfaces.
| Benchmark Metric | NordVPN | Surfshark |
|---|---|---|
| 10Gbps Max Throughput | 9,420 Mbps | 9,150 Mbps |
| Handshake Latency (TTFB) | 15.1 ms | 18.4 ms |
| 100% RAM-Only (Diskless) | Yes (Audited) | Yes (Audited) |
| NIST Post-Quantum Ready | Active (ML-KEM) | In Roadmap |
| Corporate Jurisdiction | Panama (No mandatory retention) | Netherlands |
| Surveillance Alliance | Outside 14-Eyes Alliance | 9-Eyes Alliance |
| Native Port Forwarding | Disabled for Security | Disabled for Security |
| Simultaneous Devices | 10 Devices | Unlimited |
| Money-Back Guarantee | 30 Days Risk-Free | 30 Days Risk-Free |