Lenovo Edge Servers vs Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers comparison

Lenovo Edge Servers and Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers are both solutions in the Rack Servers category. Lenovo Edge Servers is ranked #11 with an average rating of 8.0, while Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.7. Lenovo Edge Servers holds a 0.7% mindshare in Rack Servers, compared to Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers’s 15.9% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Lenovo Edge Servers users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 96% of Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 8, 2024

Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers and Lenovo Edge Servers compete in the enterprise server market. Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers have an edge due to favorable pricing and support.

Features: Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers offer high scalability, reliability in managing demanding workloads, and suitability for data centers. Lenovo Edge Servers feature a compact design, efficient operation in remote or harsh environments, and are ideal for edge computing.

Room for Improvement: Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers could improve power consumption. Lenovo Edge Servers need enhanced connectivity capabilities for better cloud service integration. Users also expect more robust security features in both product lines.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers integrate easily with excellent customer service for centralized setups. Lenovo Edge Servers are straightforward to set up in remote areas with decent support, though rapid response times could be better.

Pricing and ROI: Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers have competitive setup costs yielding faster ROI in traditional enterprises. Lenovo Edge Servers require a higher initial investment but offer potential long-term ROI benefits thanks to their design for versatile environments.

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Categories and Ranking

Lenovo Edge Servers

Ranking in Rack Servers

11th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

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Ranking in Rack Servers

3rd

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Rack Servers category, the mindshare of Lenovo Edge Servers is 0.7%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers is 15.9%, down from 16.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Hawi Nadew

Data center and cloud solution engineer at IE Network Solutions PLC

A budget-friendly tool that offers good stability

I don't have much to comment on what requires improvement in the product because my company is more engaged with Dell's servers than Lenovo's ones. I'm not that much familiar with Lenovo. My company has seen that the servers from Lenovo offer good performance and high scalability, so I don't see any scope for improvement in the solution. With Lenovo, when it comes to its HCI-related part, which includes ThinkAgile, users may face issues as VMware licenses are not linked with ThinkAgile. With ThinkAgile in the picture, there are two different vendors, Lenovo and VMware. Suppose VMware and Lenovo come together, then they produce a common product. In the case of the servers under Lenovo, the virtualization software is again both from VMware and Dell, and the licenses are deployed on the server. Different vendors manage the servers from Lenovo that fall under ThinkAgile and VMware, so if there is a way that allows Lenovo and VMware to produce a system together like ThinKAgile, then it would be a good improvement.

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Adalberto Giaretta

Technology director at Infodive Representações e Serviços ltda

Reliable with an easy setup and good support

These are rack servers. We use them for applications. It stores everything including VM servers, application servers, Windows, et cetera The reliability is great. The solution is like any other commodity like Dell or HPE. These are all very similar. Setting up the solution is easy. It is stable.…

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

Pros

"It is a stable solution. The product doesn't have any problems when it comes to stability."

"I like Lenovo's XClarity Controller, and the ability to control and deploy Edge Servers through this XClarity interface."

"The most valuable aspect of Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers is the brand name and the service relationship we have with Lenovo."

"The product is designed to make adding RAM and disk space easier for users."

"It is a stable solution."

"The solution is very simple to install."

"Easy integration with UPS systems provides added convenience and efficiency for our operations."

"The product is very user-friendly."

"One of the main advantages of this tool is its ease of use, as it is a GUI-based tool needing a simple and easy configuration...It is a stable solution."

"It has good integration. You have VMware for connecting many machines, and you can support microservices. You can also easily connect the networks. It is also very easy to use and implement, and it comes with good support."

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Cons

"Airflow in the servers can be a problem. Sometimes we cannot add CPU to Edge Servers because there's not enough airflow in the appliance."

"With Lenovo, when it comes to its HCI-related part, which includes ThinkAgile, users may face issues as VMware licenses are not linked with ThinkAgile."

"The RAID Management and the RAID Configuration tools need to be improved."

"Throughout the use of the product, special needs will arise which may require a global need."

"HP has a riser inside, but Lenovo does not have a riser. It would be good to have a riser with Lenovo. The GUI of the system is really bad. HP has a very good UI for smart memories and everything inside, but in Lenovo, we have a black-and-white UI. HP right now manufactures a server with scalable SP1 and SP2 on a single machine, which is not the case with Lenovo. They are changing the machine. For SP 1, there is one server, and for SP2, there is another server, which is really bad. In HP, we can use two models of processors in a single case. Lenovo should also be improved to have SP1 and SP2 scalable processors simultaneously on a single machine. They should not release another machine. This issue is also there in H3650 severs. They are all inside, but only V3 CPU or only v4 CPU can work, whereas, in HBG9, we can deploy V3 and V4 simultaneously. Lenovo also needs to advertise more because I can't see advertisements anywhere."

"Upgrading firmware is easier in Dell than in Lenovo."

"It is quite an expensive product. Its price can be improved."

"I would like the solution to be improved by having more advanced utilities."

"Its price could be better. Its price is sometimes an issue for our clients. XClarity Controller is a very good feature, and Lenovo should include the XClarity Controller license without any additional cost. It should be integrated within the product."

"Performance and scalability-wise, there are certain areas where the product lacks and needs improvement as it does not provide a lot of fancy features presently."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is available to users at a low price."

"The price of Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers is competitive."

"As the costs got high, we had to use the virtualization feature to consolidate the server farm."

"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."

"Other than the standard licensing fees there are no other additional costs. The price of Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers could be better, and the availability of the solution could improve. We have been waiting two months for one server."

"The price of the solution is very expensive when compared to other solution like HP or Dell."

"The price of Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers is highly competitive. Many customers prefer this solution because of the price. However, the price could be reduced."

"Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers are cheaper than HPE...It is a good product that offers value for money."

"It is expensive compared to other vendors."

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Lenovo Edge Servers?

It is a stable solution. The product doesn't have any problems when it comes to stability.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Lenovo Edge Servers?

The solution is available to users at a low price.

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What needs improvement with Lenovo Edge Servers?

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How do Lenovo ThinkSystem rack servers compare with HPE ProLiant DL servers?

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 bi...

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When shopping for a rack server, would you go with Dell EMC Poweredge or Lenovo Thinksystem?

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....

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What do you like most about Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers?

The most valuable feature of the solution is that it is the easiest product to set up and maintain.

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Also Known As

ThinkSystem Edge Servers, ThinkSystem SE Series, Lenovo SE Series, Lenovo ThinkSystem Edge Servers

SR Series, Lenovo SR Series, ThinkSystem Rack Servers, IBM Rack Servers, ThinkSystem SR Series, Lenovo Rack Servers,

Overview

Designed and built with the unique requirements for Edge servers in mind, it is versatile enough to stretch the limitations of server locations, providing a variety of connectivity and security options and easily managed with Lenovo XClarity Controller. The ThinkSystem SE350 is a rugged compact-sized Edge solution with a focus on smart connectivity, business security, and manageability for the harsh environment.

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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.

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