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Dell PowerEdge XE Servers vs Intel Server System comparison

Dell Technologies and Intel are both solutions in the Rack Servers category. Dell Technologies is ranked #10 with an average rating of 8.5, while Intel is ranked #7 with an average rating of 8.0. Dell Technologies holds a 1.1% mindshare in Rack Servers, compared to Intel’s 5.2% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Dell Technologies users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 66% of Intel users who would recommend it.
Dell PowerEdge XE Servers
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100% willing to recommend
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66% willing to recommend
 

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Intel Server System and Dell PowerEdge XE Servers compete in the server technology category. Dell PowerEdge XE seems to have the upper hand due to its advanced features that are seen by users as justifying its cost.

Features: Intel Server System is noted for efficient workload management, robust performance, and suitability for demanding applications. Dell PowerEdge XE offers flexibility and innovative solutions, along with scalability and integration features catering to various business needs.

Room for Improvement: Intel Server System can improve in virtualization support, energy efficiency, and initial setup challenges. Dell PowerEdge XE could benefit from better cooling solutions, software updates, and addressing complexity during integration.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Intel Server Systems provide a straightforward deployment process with responsive customer service, though some face initial setup challenges. Dell PowerEdge XE offers streamlined deployment and reliable support, despite occasional integration complexities.

Pricing and ROI: Intel Server System has competitive setup costs and yields satisfactory ROI from its reliability and performance. Dell PowerEdge XE, while more expensive initially, is considered a worthy investment because of its long-term benefits and superior operational capabilities.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

Dell PowerEdge XE Servers
Ranking in Rack Servers
10th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.9
Number of Reviews
10
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Intel Server System
Ranking in Rack Servers
7th
Average Rating
6.6
Number of Reviews
3
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Rack Servers category, the mindshare of Dell PowerEdge XE Servers is 1.1%, up from 0.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Intel Server System is 5.2%, up from 5.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Muzammil Nasim - PeerSpot reviewer
We're hardly using 15 percent of their computing power, so there's a lot left over that we could utilize
It should be easier to extend PowerEdge XE servers. We haven't architected them with an eye toward scalability. They have a fixed number of slots for hard drives, which is enough for our present use case, However, we would have more options if we could extend that. We could deploy the servers in a broader range of use cases with different requirements. It's fine for our current deployment with only a few thousand users. We're exploring other solutions like such as VxRail or PowerFlex for larger public-facing use cases.
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A stable product that constantly enhances its functionalities like multithreading and caching
The most valuable feature of the solution stems from the fact that it is more stable than AMD for VMware. Intel Server System has a good track record for the last 20 years. Multithreading and caching are areas where improvements keep increasing. If you look at the last four years, you will see a big difference when it comes to the area concerning processors.
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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Its reliability and consistency are most valuable."
"The most valuable feature of these servers is the ability to store a lot—the capacity and the number of hard disk drives."
"The most valuable feature is that it can support up to 32 drives of internal storage."
"One of the most valuable features of Dell PowerEdge XE Servers is the ease of fixing issues if there are any."
"In general, it works well. We haven't had issues."
"The strong point of this solution is its compatibility with VMware and its resilience."
"The most valuable feature is the trusted platform module."
"The solution is flexible in my experience."
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"The most valuable feature of the solution stems from the fact that it is more stable than AMD for VMware."
"It uses well known architecture and it's easy to develop for."
"It is stable and easy to manage."
 

Cons

"It should be easier to extend PowerEdge XE servers. We haven't architected them with an eye toward scalability. They have a fixed number of slots for hard drives, which is enough for our present use case, However, we would have more options if we could extend that. We could deploy the servers in a broader range of use cases with different requirements. It's fine for our current deployment with only a few thousand users. We're exploring other solutions like such as VxRail or PowerFlex for larger public-facing use cases."
"The quality and reliability could be improved."
"In future releases, there should be more support options for the latest processor."
"Upgrading can be a bit difficult."
"I would like to have support for performing a detailed analysis of the server from a mobile device."
"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."
"Dell PowerEdge XE Servers can improve by adapting HCI technology."
"We use OpenManager a lot, and that can be a bit clunky at times. They can make that better."
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"When you have an Intel Server System, the prices may be much higher since it is a different processor, making the solution's pricing part one of its shortcomings where improvements are required."
"The shipment time can be improved. When we order Intel products, we have to wait for a long time. They can increase the local services and engineers in China. Local engineers will be able to know and understand customer problems much better."
"We have to scale it ourselves but it scales. It depends on the software because it's mostly the hardware platform that Intel is managing."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"There are different types of licensing available, that works well for customers. The product is not very much to purchase."
"This solution is priced very reasonably."
"If you want an SLA for parts and equipment then you need to purchase a support agreement."
"The pricing model is quite competitive."
"You always want slightly cheaper, but overall, they are quite comparable and quite neutral."
"Dell has competitive pricing."
"I rate the pricing a ten on a scale from one to ten, where one is inexpensive, and ten is very expensive."
"It is not expensive."
"The price is competitive."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
18%
Financial Services Firm
12%
University
7%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
18%
Computer Software Company
9%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Government
7%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Dell PowerEdge XE Servers?
The resource management features are valuable.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Dell PowerEdge XE Servers?
Dell has competitive pricing.
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What needs improvement with Dell PowerEdge XE Servers?
The support team must improve the speed of response. The product should be promoted more in the market.
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What do you like most about Intel Server System?
The most valuable feature of the solution stems from the fact that it is more stable than AMD for VMware.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Intel Server System?
I rate the pricing a ten on a scale from one to ten, where one is inexpensive, and ten is very expensive.
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What needs improvement with Intel Server System?
When you have an Intel Server System, the prices may be much higher since it is a different processor, making the solution's pricing part one of its shortcomings where improvements are required.
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Also Known As

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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.

Dell Technologies

Storage is simple with the Intel Storage System JBOD2000 family, a 2U form factor system with support for twelve 3.5" LFF or twenty-four 2.5" SFF drives with a single or multi-cable connectivity. The JBOD2000 family includes redundant, hot-swap fans and the option for redundant, hot-swap power supplies. The JBOD2000S2 products support 6Gb/s SAS/SATA connectivity via industry-standard SFF-8088 connectors with the latest JBOD2000S3 version supports up to 12 Gb/s SAS connectivity via industry standard SFF-8644 connectors. All these JBOD offerings are designed to provide highly available and easily expandable storage for Intel servers at an affordable price point.

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Sample Customers

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