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We performed a comparison between Dell PowerEdge XE Servers and Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Rack Servers solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Dell PowerEdge XE Servers vs. Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"In general, it works well. We haven't had issues.""The resource management features are valuable.""The most valuable feature is that it can support up to 32 drives of internal storage.""The solution is flexible in my experience.""The strong point of this solution is its compatibility with VMware and its resilience.""PowerEdge XE servers are high-performing. We're hardly using 15 percent of their computing power, so there's a lot left over that we could utilize.""The most valuable feature is the trusted platform module.""Its reliability and consistency are most valuable."

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"It is a scalable product.""The product is very user-friendly.""I like everything about this solution. It is a very good server, with excellent availability. The size of the power is adequate and the low heating is beneficial.""The hardware performance is very valuable.""The product is designed to make adding RAM and disk space easier for users.""It is a stable solution.""We appreciate the stability and easy mountings of all the machines. We have some direct connections with IBM, Lenovo, and other companies, and we get close support from them.""It's very power-efficient and allows you to access the rack server directly without accessing the operating system on that server."

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Cons
"I would like to have support for performing a detailed analysis of the server from a mobile device.""In future releases, there should be more support options for the latest processor.""The quality and reliability could be improved.""The support team must improve the speed of response.""It is mostly stable, but the usual problem would be, for example, upgrading to a newer version of VMware or dealing with compatibility issues during the process.""We use OpenManager a lot, and that can be a bit clunky at times. They can make that better.""Dell PowerEdge XE Servers can improve by adapting HCI technology.""Upgrading can be a bit difficult."

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"From our side, our budgets are really not there. The availability of cash is a little bit limited. We buy as much as we can, If it was less expensive, we could buy more.""It is quite an expensive product. Its price can be improved.""Throughout the use of the product, special needs will arise which may require a global need.""The solution's initial setup was complicated.""Upgrading firmware is easier in Dell than in Lenovo.""Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers does a very good job. However, what could be improved can be their Configurator because it's very bulky and it sometimes gives logical errors.""I do not have any notes for improvements.""I have a few notification alerts about PCI cards but it's rare."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "There are different types of licensing available, that works well for customers. The product is not very much to purchase."
  • "If you want an SLA for parts and equipment then you need to purchase a support agreement."
  • "This solution is priced very reasonably."
  • "You always want slightly cheaper, but overall, they are quite comparable and quite neutral."
  • "The pricing model is quite competitive."
  • "Dell has competitive pricing."
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  • "As the costs got high, we had to use the virtualization feature to consolidate the server farm.​"
  • "It is the cheapest solution we have seen on the market."
  • "Your budget determines the scalability."
  • "The licensing cost is the same as HP. It doesn't have any additional cost. However, the price, for example, for the memory option, does not match other vendors such as HP or Dell. They should work on the pricing of Lenovo. It is a great competitor, and it should compete with the price."
  • "It is too expensive. Because we are a university and we have to look for our money, many times we buy some refurbished machines or equipment at reasonable prices from IBM or Lenovo. We are a little bit limited in terms of money, and we buy as much as we can. If they were cheaper, we would buy more."
  • "It costs around $8,000. There is an additional cost for the support for a year."
  • "Its pricing is very competitive."
  • "The price of the solution is very expensive when compared to other solution like HP or Dell."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The resource management features are valuable.
    Top Answer:The support team must improve the speed of response. The product should be promoted more in the market.
    Top Answer:Lenovo ThinkSystem rack servers offer flexibility and efficiency in order to meet mission-critical demands. I like that Lenovo blends outstanding performance, reliability, and manageability. The… more »
    Top Answer:Our organization ran comparison tests to determine whether the Dell EMC Poweredge or Lenovo Thinksystem rack servers were the better fit for us. We ultimately decided to go with Dell EMC Poweredge… more »
    Top Answer:The most valuable feature of the solution is that it is the easiest product to set up and maintain.
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    8.2
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    Also Known As
    PowerEdge XE Servers
    SR Series, Lenovo SR Series, ThinkSystem Rack Servers, IBM Rack Servers, ThinkSystem SR Series, Lenovo Rack Servers,
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    Overview

    Our newest addition to the Dell EMC PowerEdge family, PowerEdge XE servers are purpose-built for complex, harsh and compute-intensive workloads.

    From growing small businesses to enterprise workloads, Lenovo rack servers offer the unmatched value, flexibility and industry-leading efficiency to meet mission-critical demands with legendary quality and reliability.

    Sample Customers
    Epsilon, ROZETTA CORP, JIGUANG, RACKSPACE, NEW BELGIUM BREWING
    immixGroup, Komsomolskaya Pravda, SRG Global, Seekr, Infiniti Red Bull Racing, jKool, Tennis Australia, VEKA, Netpoints, Gamma Powersports
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company20%
    Manufacturing Company15%
    Financial Services Firm13%
    Media Company7%
    REVIEWERS
    Educational Organization21%
    Financial Services Firm11%
    Government11%
    Energy/Utilities Company5%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company17%
    Comms Service Provider7%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Financial Services Firm7%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business30%
    Midsize Enterprise40%
    Large Enterprise30%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business26%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise60%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business60%
    Midsize Enterprise10%
    Large Enterprise30%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business31%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise52%
    Buyer's Guide
    Dell PowerEdge XE Servers vs. Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Dell PowerEdge XE Servers vs. Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    765,386 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    Dell PowerEdge XE Servers is ranked 10th in Rack Servers with 10 reviews while Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers is ranked 3rd in Rack Servers with 27 reviews. Dell PowerEdge XE Servers is rated 8.4, while Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of Dell PowerEdge XE Servers writes "We're hardly using 15 percent of their computing power, so there's a lot left over that we could utilize". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers writes "Reliable with an easy setup and good support". Dell PowerEdge XE Servers is most compared with HPE Apollo, Dell XR2 Rugged Server and Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers, whereas Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers is most compared with Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers, HPE ProLiant DL Servers, IBM Power Systems, Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers and HPE Apollo. See our Dell PowerEdge XE Servers vs. Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers report.

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