| Metric | Network+ | CCNA |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Cost | $358 | $330✓ |
| Study Hours | ~150h✓ | ~200h |
| Exam Duration | 90 min | 120 min |
| Exam Format | MC + Performance | MC + Performance |
| Level | Associate | Associate |
| Overall Score | 8.5/10 | 9/10✓ |
| Domain | IT | IT |
| Validity | 3 yrs | 3 yrs |
| Industry Standard | Yes ✓ | Yes ✓ |
Choose Network+ if...
- →IT professionals moving into networking roles
- →Systems admins who need networking credibility
- →Anyone targeting CCNA or Security+ next
Choose CCNA if...
- →Networking professionals targeting enterprise roles
- →Those in Cisco-heavy environments
- →Anyone pursuing network engineering careers
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