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 9.5, and holds a 5.6% mindshare in the category. Dell VxBlock System is ranked #5 in CI , and holds a 9.5% 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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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 5.6%, down 8.8% compared to last year.
Dell VxBlock System, on the other hand, focuses on Converged Infrastructure, holds 9.5% mindshare, down 10.0% since last year.

HCI Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Dell PowerFlex	5.6%
VxRail	9.3%
Nutanix Cloud Infrastructure (NCI)	9.0%
Other	76.1%

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Converged Infrastructure Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Dell VxBlock System	9.5%
FlexPod XCS	12.7%
HPE ConvergedSystem	11.0%
Other	66.8%

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

"The support is highly responsive."

"The setup was very straightforward."

"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."

"The solution is very scalable."

"We are planning to upgrade this system in three years, but in the meantime, we are happy with VxFlex."

"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."

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

"We've had no issues with scaling the solution."

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"It's at least 99 percent problem-free because it's factory-built. So from an informational point of view, everyone trusts that VxBlock has been tested well at the factory and has been configured to their requirements."

"There are several valuable features in this product, as it offers flexibility, security, and speed."

"Customers use the Dell VxBlock System for new applications or solutions. For example, I'm working on a new mixing solution for a whole country in Africa. When we talk about it, there are many locations, and we're looking for efficiency, utilization, and solutions that can expand the application database we're deploying. It's used a lot for server consolidation and to consolidate environments into new ones for easy management. It's also used in health environments where they need to create infrastructure for products or solutions they want to launch to the market quickly."

"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."

"The most valuable features of the solution would be its good default features and the compressions."

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

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

"Everything is delivered to me in a single box, which simplifies management."

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Cons

"We're also running Hyper-V virtual machines. But we recently discovered that migration of the Hyper-V virtual machines is a bit challenging. Maybe if Dell EMC can come out with a tool that will make it very easy for us to migrate the Microsoft Hyper-V machine, that may be an improvement."

"The solution needs to offer more documentation and educational materials."

"I think there might be some room for improvement when it comes to pricing, because although I know how to convert customers, at the end of day, it's quite expensive. Sometimes your feature architecture is still coming out much cheaper than hardware costs for your infrastructure."

"The solution must be more flexible."

"The tool needs to improve its storage. It should also make migration to the cloud easier."

"I think the kind of restrictions in terms of VMware licensing is frustrating."

"Compared to similar solutions, Dell PowerFlex is not cost-effective and has room for improvement."

"We've had some issues around the licensing. There were some issues in terms of using the VMware license."

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"The solution could use a clearer description of working methods to tell people more about its use cases."

"It is a good product, but for us, it is like a black box. We are not really sure about its internal components, and how to do the terminal upgrade, and how to make sure about the security of the device. We understand how it works, but in order to do the upgrades, we have to get help from the company. We cannot do it ourselves. In another model that we had, the internal team could do the upgrade but not in this one. There is no clear process for a new upgrade or update. They should provide a software intelligence tool that has a dashboard where you can see the current firmware, the latest firmware, and the documentation and the process for the upgrade. For VxBlock, we have different management consoles. There is no single management console that you can use to manage all components inside VxBlock. Their scale up and scale out process is also not clear. Their support is also a little bit slow in responding to the cases."

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

"For VxBlock, the consistency of disc quality could be improved."

"There is a need for single console management."

"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."

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

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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 product is expensive."

"The pricing for this solution is good."

"The cost of this solution is fair."

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

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

"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."

More Dell PowerFlex pricing and cost advice

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

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

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

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Healthcare Company

10%

Outsourcing Company

17%

Construction Company

14%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing 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 6% of the time

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Compared 5% of the time

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Compared 3% of the time

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Compared 3% of the time

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Compared 20% of the time

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Compared 10% of the time

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Compared 10% of the time

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Compared 2% 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 delivers a versatile, software-defined storage infrastructure with flexible deployment options, whether on-premises or in the cloud. It is designed for modern scale-out architecture, ensuring high performance and efficient workload consolidation.

PowerFlex is tailored for advanced storage and compute management, supporting mission-critical workloads with high availability. Its robust automation toolkit enhances IT agility while simplifying the management of virtualized environments. Users benefit from its capabilities in AI and real-time analytics, augmented by seamless VMware integration and significant storage efficiency.

What are the key features of Dell PowerFlex?

High Performance: Offers low-latency performance crucial for AI and real-time analytics.
Scalability: Delivers linear scalability and integration with versatile ecosystems.
Compute and Storage Management: Provides flexibility in handling complex workloads with ease.
Data Protection: Ensures robust data safety and stability.
VMware Integration: Streamlines operations with built-in VMware compatibility.

What benefits should be considered in reviews?

Reduced Operational Overhead: Simplifies workload management, enhancing IT agility.
Improved Efficiency: Offers storage efficiency, pivotal in cloud service implementations.
Enhanced Availability: Supports mission-critical operations with dependable performance.
Agility in Deployment: Adapts to private cloud infrastructures and enterprise applications.

PowerFlex is effectively integrated within industries managing extensive data demands, including AI workloads and government operations. It's commonly used in private cloud setups for its hyper-converged capabilities, enabling the deployment of large-scale applications and compact data centers. This integration supports modern application platforms, aiding businesses in achieving dynamic storage and compute efficiency.

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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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