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Cisco UCS B-Series vs Fujitsu Primergy BX400 Series comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Feb 3, 2025

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Categories and Ranking

Cisco UCS B-Series
Ranking in Blade Servers
5th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.4
Number of Reviews
74
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Fujitsu Primergy BX400 Series
Ranking in Blade Servers
13th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.7
Number of Reviews
3
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2026, in the Blade Servers category, the mindshare of Cisco UCS B-Series is 7.1%, down from 8.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Fujitsu Primergy BX400 Series is 3.4%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Blade Servers Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Cisco UCS B-Series7.1%
Fujitsu Primergy BX400 Series3.4%
Other89.5%
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Featured Reviews

MB
Head of IT Operations at NCC BANK LIMITED
Efficient server management reduces costs and supports seamless operations
Cisco UCS B-Series has reliably sustained smooth operations without the need for significant maintenance. Its administration capabilities provide easy access to performance reports, logs, and utilization data, which are essential for effective server management. Additionally, the integration capabilities are seamless, and the power consumption and heat generation are low, resulting in reduced cooling costs and increased financial benefits.
Cyrille Darmon - PeerSpot reviewer
Chief Technology Officer for E&V Group at NISKO TECH
A highly stable solution with technical support that is not only good but also always available to help the product's users
My company's IT activities are carried out with the help of the solution. My company's customers use the solution in their telecom department or for telecommunication purposes The most valuable feature of the solution is its stability. The initial setup of Fujitsu Primergy BX400 Series should be…

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"I like that the hardware is separated from the software definition of the components."
"Great security and functionality."
"The most beneficial feature is UCS Manager. It's the best way to manage hardware, creating group policies, like scrub policies and maintenance policies."
"The scalability is very good."
"Cisco UCS B-Series is flexible as it can be built as a standalone system and expanded horizontally and vertically in a cluster mode, with a standout feature being the Unified Fabric which combines LAN and SAN, reducing the need for numerous cables and offering consistent configuration, unlike traditional setups."
"The Cisco solution provides a unified dashboard which enhances virtualization tasks, allowing configurations from a single interface. It also helps with space and power management, which are vital for data center efficiency."
"If we could get more reference architecture available on the portal, it would be helpful in making decisions"
"The Boot from SAN function is good because using OTV, we can boot the device from any remote location."
"Fujitsu Primergy BX400 Series has two processors."
"The most valuable feature of the solution is its stability."
 

Cons

"Cisco could improve the user-friendliness for less experienced users."
"The solution’s technical support could be better."
"The configuration is a bit complex, as it requires very high technical expertise to apply it."
"Dell should address the issue of direct support and spare parts availability in our region."
"The product could be made more secure."
"The graphic code that UCS can support is limited and less accessible than other systems."
"The aggregation in the data center is beneficial."
"The price of this product is too high. They should work to make it more affordable."
"It can have more automation. In addition, Fujitsu should have a broader portfolio, not specifically in terms of the service solutions, but more in terms of the big picture. A broader portfolio would be nice for providing different solutions for the customers."
"The initial setup of Fujitsu Primergy BX400 Series was complex."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is highly-priced."
"Cisco UCS does not require a license. However, this license is not specific to users."
"The cost of the Cisco UCS B-Series is comparable to HP solutions but higher than Dell solutions."
"Cisco UCS B-Series is not a cheap solution."
"Cisco products are at the high end in terms of cost, but everything is included with the licensing fees."
"This is a premium device and our clients are not as concerned about the reasonableness of the price compared to satisfaction with their productivity."
"The price of this solution is a little bit higher, but given that this system is Cisco, it feels more secure and dependable."
"Pricing will be based on your requirements so it is important to plan, engage, and negotiate directly with the Cisco Account Manager."
"There are special licenses that are connected to the usage. We installed Fujitsu Primergy BX400 Series for a high PC solution, and for this reason, some Microsoft licenses and other special licenses were embedded or bundled to the Fujitsu solution."
"No license is required to operate the product."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Marketing Services Firm
15%
Performing Arts
10%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Comms Service Provider
7%
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Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business20
Midsize Enterprise15
Large Enterprise41
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Cisco UCS B-Series?
The most valuable feature of the solution stems from the fact that it is easily scalable.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cisco UCS B-Series?
Comparing Cisco UCS B-Series with traditional servers, while its initial cost may be slightly higher, it is not as expensive as Oracle Exadata, making it a worthwhile investment. It pays off in the...
What needs improvement with Cisco UCS B-Series?
There is a need for Cisco UCS B-Series to evolve and scale vertically, particularly with the increasing data demands and the integration of AI, ensuring the solution remains certified and capable u...
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Also Known As

UCS B-Series, Unified Computing System B-Series
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Sample Customers

Aegean Motorway, Anilana Hotels and Resorts, Anonymous Banking Group, Artoni Transporti, Bellevue, BH Telecom, Bowling Green State University, Children's Hospital Colorado, City of Biel, Dimension Data, Dualtec Cloud Builders, Hertz, Houston Methodist, Kuwait Petroleum Italia, Lufthansa Systems GmbH & Co.KG, Outscale, Sony Corporation, Talbots
Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Tokyo Stock Exchange, RAF St. Mawgan, King Fahad Medical City, St. Bede’s Catholic High School, 
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