UCS C-Series Rack Servers deliver unified computing in an industry-standard form factor to reduce TCO and increase agility. Each server addresses varying workload challenges through a balance of processing, memory, I/O, and internal storage resources.
| Product | Market Share (%) |
|---|---|
| Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers | 5.0% |
| Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers | 27.5% |
| HPE ProLiant DL Servers | 21.8% |
| Other | 45.7% |
| Type | Title | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Rack Servers | Aug 28, 2025 | Download |
| Product | Reviews, tips, and advice from real users | Aug 28, 2025 | Download |
| Comparison | Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers vs Dell PowerEdge R-Series | Aug 28, 2025 | Download |
| Comparison | Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers vs HPE ProLiant DL Servers | Aug 28, 2025 | Download |
| Comparison | Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers vs Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers | Aug 28, 2025 | Download |
| Title | Rating | Mindshare | Recommending | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dell PowerEdge R-Series | 4.5 | 27.5% | 98% | 211 interviewsAdd to research |
| HPE ProLiant DL Servers | 4.3 | 21.8% | 95% | 158 interviewsAdd to research |
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 11 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 6 |
| Large Enterprise | 11 |
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 104 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 54 |
| Large Enterprise | 240 |
Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers was previously known as Unified Computing System C-Series, Cisco UCS C-Series.
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| Author info | Rating | Review Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Sr, Manager- Network Solution Architect at a energy/utilities company with 10,001+ employees | 4.0 | I've used Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers for a year in our cloud infrastructure and found them stable, scalable, and easy to integrate, though better pricing, support, and tutorials would improve the overall experience. |
| CTO at ExperTeach GmbH | 5.0 | I find Cisco UCS C-Series servers powerful and stable, delivering strong AI performance even without GPUs. Management is easier with Cisco tools, though pricing is higher compared to competitors. Overall, it's reliable with good ROI and flexibility. |
| Senior Technical Consultant at a engineering company with 10,001+ employees | 4.0 | Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers are beneficial for managing workloads like virtualization and AI projects, with valuable features such as high bandwidth via UCS Fabric Interconnects. However, they are expensive, requiring integration into larger solutions for cost-effectiveness. |
| Asst. Manager IT at APM Terminals, Inc. | 4.0 | No summary available |
| Chief Information Security Officer at KNS | 3.5 | We utilize Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers primarily for virtualization, benefiting from UCS Manager for efficient multi-site management and disaster recovery. However, improvements are needed in scalability, cost, and support for diverse hard drives. |
| Solutions Architect at a computer software company with 5,001-10,000 employees | 4.5 | I found the Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers highly flexible for virtualizing machines, essential for our communication and collaboration needs. However, the password reset and recovery process could use improvement to enhance overall usability. |
| Expert IT Solution Architect at Nestle | 4.0 | We use Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers primarily for virtualization due to their strong performance. However, integration with other brands like Dell EMC can be problematic, often causing connection issues. Additionally, the pricing could be more competitive. |
| Embedded system and Iot developer intern at National Institute for Smart Government - NISG | 4.0 | I use Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers for government applications due to their integration and customization features. However, they need improved cloud deployment options with VMware, similar to solutions like HP, Dell, and Samsung, to enhance flexibility. |
