Dell PowerFlex vs Dell VxBlock System comparison

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The compared Dell PowerFlex and Dell VxBlock System solutions aren't in the same category. Dell PowerFlex is ranked #7 in HCI , with an average rating of 9.0, and holds a 5.8% mindshare in the category. Dell VxBlock System is ranked #5 in CI , and holds a 9.8% mindshare. Additionally, 96% of Dell PowerFlex users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 92% of Dell VxBlock System users who would recommend it.

Dell PowerFlex

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96% willing to recommend

Dell VxBlock System

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1,984 Comparison Views

92% willing to recommend

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Categories and Ranking

Dell PowerFlex

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.5

Number of Reviews

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HCI (7th)

Dell VxBlock System

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.7

Number of Reviews

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Converged Infrastructure (5th)

Mindshare comparison

While both are Storage Solutions solutions, they serve different purposes. Dell PowerFlex is designed for HCI and holds a mindshare of 5.8%, down 10.0% compared to last year.
Dell VxBlock System, on the other hand, focuses on Converged Infrastructure, holds 9.8% mindshare, down 10.9% since last year.

HCI Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Dell PowerFlex	5.8%
VxRail	9.6%
Nutanix Cloud Infrastructure (NCI)	8.9%
Other	75.7%

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Converged Infrastructure Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Dell VxBlock System	9.8%
FlexPod XCS	12.7%
HPE ConvergedSystem	11.1%
Other	66.4%

Converged Infrastructure

Featured Reviews

Serdar De

IT Manager at ÜÇGE Shopfitting & Design

Initial setup has been straightforward and it has reasonable pricing

We are new to this, so we are still learning about the valuable features The solution is okay overall. It could be easier to learn. We haven't had any issues. They could have more AI functionality in the future. I have been using the solution for six months. I have not encountered any problems…

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AKINJIDE OKE

Senior Sales Engineer / Team Lead Datacentre Solutions & Applications at ARIT OF AFRICA

Useful for virtualized environment, node management, configuration deployment, and system management with artificial intelligence

I've worked with Dell and had the privilege of working with many OEMs. I started my career as a system engineer, working with HPE as a partner, and then moved to other OEMs like IBM and Lenovo. Currently, I work with a small team. I don't believe any solution is bad. It's just that you might not have identified what the solution is addressing. It's about choosing the right solution for your needs. In terms of hardware or infrastructure, it's an Intel platform. What differentiates everyone is the additional value they can provide. Dell has many values that meet customer needs. I look at the customer's objectives and requirements as an IT professional to find the best solution. I haven't seen any drawbacks regarding the infrastructure deliverables or the value built into the tool. However, Dell as an organization could improve its channel management. For example, we've been trying to resolve an issue with our portal for two weeks. I'd like to see more simplification regarding integration, deployment, and connectivity for future releases. In deployment, I'd like to see simplification in creating VNets and positioning VMware across nodes. I want a template that simplifies the creation of VNets and VMware positioning. I'd push for more simplification and an intuitive graphical GUI that simplifies things with just a click.

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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

"It has reduced downtime. Before, on our previous solution, we used to have downtime on some of the servers because of the sort of convention. But currently I've not experienced any downtime on any of the servers, and there is no more resource congestion."

"We're doing a lot of VMware for IT so this solution is really valuable from a VMH point of view. We're trying to assist our customers mainly with management, because that's what they want. The most important aspects are ease of management, as well as ease of configuration, allowing them to attach additional nodes and resources for the applications."

"Our primary use case of this solution is for storage nodes and compute nodes and I like that it is all in one box."

"It is more stable, more powerful, and has more integration features."

"The tool's most valuable features are its price and flexibility. It has high performance."

"The solution saves a lot of space in the data center and that is a key advantage for us."

"Dell PowerFlex improves our latency which allowed us to reduce a lot of our Microsoft Enterprise SQL licenses."

"PowerFlex offers us more IOPS, improving the application performance. It also helps us reduce our storage and eliminate redundancy. The primary thing is that we work 24/7, so we shouldn't have operational issues."

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"Having switched to the VxBlock provided the business with almost no downtime, and we run an extremely stable, efficient operation at this point in time."

"In comparison to traditional file load systems, Dell VxBlock System can be deployed quickly and results in monthly cost savings."

"Virtual machines for the infrastructure."

"With a converged infrastructure, it's easy to troubleshoot from network to server issues from a single point of reference."

"The monitoring and management parts are the most valuable. Monitoring is specifically valuable because you have one console to monitor everything. This console is called Vision."

"Integration with VMware and VMotion definitely brings a lot of value."

"When they implemented VxBlock, they doubled the speed of their operations, as a process that used to take eight hours now only requires four hours, so they're getting a return in terms of performance."

"The most valuable feature of this solution is the speed."

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Cons

"I think that stability is good for small and mid-level environments, but I don't think that it is suitable for high-end."

"I am not really impressed by the technical support of this solution. The product really needs better and more support."

"For customers with a budget, it is a ten out of ten for the product, though it becomes challenging for those with mid or low budgets since it is very costly compared to other solutions such as PowerStore."

"The solution is okay overall. It could be easier to learn."

"Licensing restrictions can be frustrating."

"The installation is complex."

"The solution must be more flexible."

"I recommend adding some more monitoring tools."

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"There is a need for single console management."

"This solution does not support Hyper-V, and we would like the new version to be supported and certified to work with Hyper-V."

"The hardware lifecycle is not documented very well. For example, now you can buy a piece of equipment, but you don't know if the hardware is going to be a team production next month or next year."

"There are components of VxBlock that are not managed or supported by Dell because some of the components are from Cisco. Thus, when there are problems with compute nodes, though Dell was managing the interaction, we had to rely on Cisco to solve the issue. When Cisco was not responding as quickly as Dell would for their components, it made it difficult for us because we needed to have the failed nodes back up and running. As such, the disparate ownership of components in the equipment is an issue."

"We are finding it a bit challenging in terms of the management of a specific VxBlock component. Currently, we have different units as a part of the block storage. We have one for Cisco equipment and one for Dell. When we have an issue in the infrastructure, Dell EMC VxBlock System should automatically detect it and send a notification to VC support, but, unfortunately, it is doing that only for one unit. It is not working for Cisco components. We have informed them about this area of improvement, and they are working on this. The way different parts are integrated should be improved. We should have one console to log in to see all the infrastructure in terms of each machine and hardware."

"I'd like to see more simplification regarding integration, deployment, and connectivity for future releases. In deployment, I'd like to see simplification in creating VNets and positioning VMware across nodes. I want a template that simplifies the creation of VNets and VMware positioning. I'd push for more simplification and an intuitive graphical GUI that simplifies things with just a click."

"The only thing that I can say is when you procure the VxBlock, obviously you have to complete detailed questionnaires about your architecture including the configuration, et cetera. If you make a mistake on the implementation, then you need to rebuild the entire VxBlock. That is just a point of consideration rather than a flaw. You need to be absolutely sure and validate the upfront configuration information that you provide because your VxBlock comes delivered and built, according to that exact information."

"Scalability is an area that needs to be improved."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"From my perspective, pricing is expensive. If they can reduce the pricing or offer more customer incentives, it would attract more users."

"The solution's price is medium."

"The pricing for this solution is good."

"The solution's pricing could be much cheaper and affordable."

"The price of the solution is fair, it is priced in the average range amongst competitors."

"We have a good contact in Dell and he prepared all the information and provided everything to us."

"I rate the solution's pricing an eight out of ten."

"The solution is expensive and I give the cost a two out of ten."

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"Its price is high. That's why people are now moving to hyper-converge."

"We purchased this solution with a ten-year manufacturer warranty, and we have a three-year warranty with our local partner."

"Compared to other solutions, Dell VxBlock System is more expensive."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Healthcare Company

10%

Government

Outsourcing Company

18%

Construction Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Computer Software Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	8
Midsize Enterprise	7
Large Enterprise	17

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	5
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	8

Questions from the Community

What are the major differences between VxRail and Dell EMC PowerFlex?

VxRail vs. Dell EMC PowerFlex VxRail provides stable solutions for technical problems while at the same time not being too expensive for a company to invest in. Even if the user is working with a l...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Dell EMC PowerFlex?

Dell PowerFlex is a premium software-defined infrastructure solution and while the initial investment may seem higher than traditional SAN or mid-tier HCI solutions, the long-term TCO is competitive.

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What needs improvement with Dell EMC PowerFlex?

Area of Improvement: While PowerFlex Manager is powerful, the UI could be more intuitive, especially for first-time users or non-technical admins. Streamlined navigation, contextual help and guided...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Dell EMC VxBlock System?

The cost is not overly expensive but not cheap either. Considering the features and everything, it is very good. Price-wise, it is reasonable but not the least expensive option.

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What needs improvement with Dell EMC VxBlock System?

There is a need for single console management. Everything should be accessible through a single console to ensure ease of management. So far, there are no issues since the storage and other systems...

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What is your primary use case for Dell EMC VxBlock System?

I am currently using it for the converse infrastructure. Before the VxBlock from Dell, everything was integrated into the system.

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Comparisons

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Compared 42% of the time

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Compared 6% of the time

Nutanix Cloud Infrastructure (NCI) vs Dell PowerFlex

Compared 5% of the time

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Compared 4% of the time

HPE SimpliVity vs Dell PowerFlex

Compared 3% of the time

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Oracle Private Cloud Appliance vs Dell VxBlock System

Compared 24% of the time

HPE ConvergedSystem vs Dell VxBlock System

Compared 18% of the time

FlexPod XCS vs Dell VxBlock System

Compared 11% of the time

Dell Vscale Architecture vs Dell VxBlock System

Compared 11% of the time

Oracle SuperCluster vs Dell VxBlock System

Compared 3% of the time

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Also Known As

VxFlex, VxRack FLEX, PowerFlex

VxBlock, VCE VxBlock System, Dell EMC VxBlock, VxBlock 1000

Overview

Dell PowerFlex is a software-defined storage infrastructure delivering modern architecture and versatile deployment for on-premises or cloud. It achieves high performance, scalable storage, and workload consolidation through advanced automation.

PowerFlex's VMware compatibility ensures seamless integration, offering flexibility in compute and storage scaling. With its hyper-converged infrastructure, it caters to AI, cloud, and database environments, providing robust automation, resilience, and security. Flexible deployment options are complemented by a single-window management system, prioritizing cost optimization. However, enhancements are needed in monitoring tools, user interface, and AI functionality. Migration from Hyper-V and licensing flexibility also require attention, while improved documentation could simplify usage. Integration with services and streamlined upgrade processes are essential.

What are the key features of Dell PowerFlex?

VMware Compatibility: Ensures smooth integration and flexibility in deployment.
Scalability: Independently scales compute and storage resources as needed.
High Availability: Maintains continuous availability across deployed systems.
Low Latency Performance: Optimizes storage and compute operations for minimal delays.
Hyper-Converged Infrastructure: Combines compute, storage, and networking for streamlined operations.

What benefits should users consider in reviews?

Ease of Management: Simplifies administration with a unified management interface.
Cost Optimization: Provides opportunities for reduced operational costs.
Flexibility: Offers diverse deployment options tailored to specific needs.
Automation Tools: Enhances efficiency through robust automation capabilities.
Robust Storage Capacity: Supports growing data requirements with substantial storage options.

PowerFlex is essential in industries requiring support for mission-critical workloads and large-scale applications. It is instrumental for deploying storage, compute nodes, hyper-converged infrastructure, and private clouds. The platform integrates compute, storage, and networking, optimizing performance for modern applications like AI video analytics and disaster recovery.

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Dell VxBlock System offers a well-designed architecture integrating speed and performance to simplify IT environments. It provides seamless management and efficient resource provisioning, making it ideal for enhancing IT operations.

Designed as a converged infrastructure solution, Dell VxBlock System facilitates quick deployment and single-point support. Combining Cisco UCS for trusted factory-configured performance ensures a comprehensive management console for control. Despite its efficient monitoring and flash integration with VMware, it lacks Hyper-V support and needs enhancements in disc quality, pricing, scalability, and multi-user interfaces. Configuration errors and limited third-party flexibility are challenges. Users seek more clarity in upgrade processes and better integration management. It supports virtualization and database management, facilitating quick application provisioning for critical applications and data centers.

What are the important features?

Speed: High-performance capabilities for efficient IT operations.
Flash Integration with VMware: Enhances virtualization performance.
Efficient Monitoring: Provides comprehensive system oversight.
High Performance: Ensures robust application handling.
Redundant Architecture: Enhances system reliability and availability.

What benefits and ROI should users look for?

Ease of Management: Simplifies complex IT infrastructure operations.
Flexible Configuration: Supports dynamic IT environments.
Seamless Integration: Ensures smooth connectivity with existing systems.
Quick Deployment: Speeds up operational readiness.

In the IT industry, Dell VxBlock System is primarily utilized for virtualization and database management, enhancing operational efficiency. Institutions like universities and clearance departments leverage its capabilities for running critical applications, OLTP workloads, and network management, supporting extensive user bases effectively.

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Sample Customers

Canopy, 8x8Inc., Atos, Canadian Pacific, City of Denton, CenturyLink, BNP Paribas, Asyaport, EDF, CSC, Fox Sports, Insight, Hunter, KPIT, Paetec, Rosetta Stone, Sonda, Xerox

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