Regarding pricing and licensing, I think it's fair and similar to the competitors; you have to negotiate with partners and vendors, so I believe the pricing is fair.
IT Manager at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
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Nov 12, 2025
The list prices are overkill. At the end, it is about the quantity that a customer consumes and the final price that they receive. It is about contracts, discounts, and other factors. The pricing is fairly competitive, though not particularly overpriced.
Our experience with pricing for Dell PowerEdge R-Series is that it is a little on the expensive side. That comes with the Intel side of things, but overall, we think it justifies the price because it is durable and it is working well. We have no issues.
From my experience with pricing and licensing, Dell PowerEdge R-Series is typically more expensive than the competition, sometimes for valid reasons and sometimes without justification.
My experience with pricing, setup, costs, and licensing has been that pricing in general has always been very competitive. We do go to market every time we do a refresh; that's one of the things we have to compare with our competitors. We deal with Dell direct, so it's very competitive.
We have a contract with the OEM of the equipment for licenses, so we possess all OEM licenses for the Dell software. We have licenses for Linux and VMware software, with a special price and an annual contract for updates of Linux and VMware. Additionally, we have an Oracle database on Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers.
Senior Radio Frequncy Systems Engineer at a tech services company with 10,001+ employees
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May 20, 2025
My experience with pricing, setup costs, and licensing of Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers is somewhat skewed. In the beginning, we used a lot of resources, in terms of dollars, to try to do everything ourselves. What we're finding over the years is Dell works with other partners to make that easier, so we can actually save a lot of time by having other people with the right expertise do things. That's not so much an issue anymore because we've figured out how to keep our costs moderate by working with Dell directly and their partners.
Senior Systems Engineer at a tech vendor with 1,001-5,000 employees
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May 19, 2025
I personally think the pricing and licensing of Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers is actually fairly decent, though the way the business runs leads to sticker shock anytime we give them a quote.
Sales Manager at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
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May 19, 2025
In terms of pricing and licensing for Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers, what can be done is stocking the servers with distributors as much as possible to bring down the price, similar to what other OEMs do. Dell is more expensive since it has more B2B orders compared to HP or Lenovo who focus on stock and sell business. This helps them to bring down the price. Additionally, the sourcing of spare parts could be streamlined better to reduce the price.
Windows Systems Administrator at a educational organization with 501-1,000 employees
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May 19, 2025
The pricing for the Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers is reasonable since we are part of higher ed, making the prices very competitive with other vendors we have approached.
Manager, Systems Security at a healthcare company with 501-1,000 employees
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May 19, 2025
Our experience with pricing, setup costs, and licensing for Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers is positive, as our Dell account team helps us use our funds wisely, especially being a non-profit.
The pricing of Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers has been a little problematic. It was sticker shock with our most recent purchase compared to the previous one, and there's a gap in pricing at our current level because what we do isn't very compute-intensive, resulting in a mismatch where we fit into an in-between category without an exact solution available. We don't need a lot of processor power or a lot of memory. We need a medium amount of those, but the solutions available are a little bit too large for us.
The pricing can vary. Some customers find it cheaper due to contractual agreements, while others find it expensive, especially when scaling up. In Brazil, the parts for servers are particularly expensive.
Customers are exploring models like Apex, similar to GreenLake, for consumption-based models that feel like cloud services but keep hardware on-premises, making them feel safer and potentially reducing costs. Some customers find familiarity with Dell servers aids in the process.
Product manager at a comms service provider with 1,001-5,000 employees
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Jan 16, 2025
The total cost of ownership for support and operations has reduced significantly. In terms of stability, I seldom encounter support cases or operational costs. They have been stable and running for years without performance downtime or significant disc failures, providing me an edge in operational and support costs.
Security team leader at a aerospace/defense firm with 10,001+ employees
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Sep 17, 2024
Even though I'm not directly involved in purchasing the servers, everyone prefers lower costs, but ultimately, the Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers deliver as promised.
While pricing is very important, it's not all about the cost. With Dell, we have fewer issues, and updating processes are faster—which makes it worth the cost. Overall, the solution is fairly priced and cost-effective. The overall pricing is moderate.
Chief Executive Officer at a cloud solution provider with 1-10 employees
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Mar 19, 2024
Twenty years ago, we used to purchase directly from Dell. However, they later decided to sell only through partners in Italy. Consequently, when we transitioned to buying from partners, we also became partners ourselves. At present, the pricing seems a bit high for us. While we manage to procure products through competitive bidding, the list pricing remains challenging for us. This difficulty primarily arises when selling to customers, especially medium-sized ones requiring only two or three servers.
Teamleitung Technical Sales at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
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Mar 19, 2024
We have a strong agreement in place with our parent company, that typically ensures favorable pricing terms for us, although occasionally we may need to negotiate with Dell representatives for further discounts to provide competitive pricing to our customers.
Responsable de sistemas at a transportation company with 1,001-5,000 employees
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Top 10
Jan 31, 2024
The pricing policies of the manufacturers vary based on the company, but generally, they are quite correct. What happens is that the purchasing departments of companies like ours do a lot for the price, and sometimes, you find yourself forced to work with another manufacturer. We have two main vendors that we work with to have aligned prices, and Dell is one of them.
Leiter interne IT und Rechenzentrum at a media company
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Top 10
Jan 23, 2024
The cost structure associated with Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers presents itself as a potential point of contention for budget-conscious consumers, as it could be more strategically positioned to compete within the broader marketplace. Additionally, the degree of configurability offered by these server solutions might warrant further scrutiny, as it may not invariably align with the precise requirements of every individual user or organization.
Responsable Infrastructure at a media company with 201-500 employees
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Jan 21, 2024
Regarding the pricing, it seems fair. However, it's worth noting that compared to some brands, it can be more expensive, particularly in terms of customization options. For example, with Dell, choices like the GPU might be limited, potentially driving up the cost compared to a smaller server from another manufacturer like Supermicro. As project managers, we should explore alternative vendors that offer greater flexibility in hardware selection and potentially smaller form factors. However, no final decision has been made on this yet.
Service Owner Basic Infrastructure at Goldfish IT solutions
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Jan 21, 2024
Pricing appears to be comparatively favorable, particularly within the project's scope. However, the licensing terms can occasionally be somewhat opaque, making it difficult for me to fully grasp them. I often rely on my partner's expertise in this area for clarification. It would be more agreeable if the licensing could be streamlined a little, potentially by providing more transparent and concise language. Furthermore, the current nomenclature for different tiers, e.g., Enterprise, Super Enterprise can be confusing and uninformative. It would be much more beneficial if the functionality of each tier were simply described in plain language, allowing for easier understanding and comparison. Additionally, the process of requesting clarification or support could be improved. Having to ask multiple times can be cumbersome and inefficient. Ideally, there would be a more streamlined and efficient system for obtaining assistance.
Data Center Manager at a manufacturing company with 501-1,000 employees
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Dec 4, 2023
I find the pricing for Dell PowerEdge reasonable for our company. However, licensing, in general, can be challenging to manage effectively. It would be beneficial for companies like Dell to reconsider their approach to licensing certain aspects of their equipment.
Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers have fair prices for our basic needs, and when we need more power, the cost matches the value we get. It feels like we get a good deal for what we pay.
Engineering Manager at a retailer with 1,001-5,000 employees
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Dec 4, 2023
I don't know about the product's licensing part. Price-wise, it is an okay product. I believe that the cheaper the better, but I think that the product's price is okay.
I'd like them to be cheaper, but that's not the world we live in and that's not where the pound is at. The price was acceptable for what the product is. If I tried to build my own server, the cost difference would be negligible. And the brand support that Dell provides and the functionality that comes with the PowerEdge Servers made up the difference. So it makes sense. I don't have a problem with the cost. It is in line with what I'd expect.
PowerEdge is not a cheap product. It's a quality product, but there is always competition. If you want to buy a server, you need an operating system, and most of it is Microsoft. A bundled solution costs less than a separate operating system and hardware.
Senior Manager of IT at a tech vendor with 5,001-10,000 employees
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Jul 11, 2022
PowerEdge pricing is equivalent to that of all the others in the market. We always try to get a better price, but I don't see any problem with the pricing and licensing of Dell's servers. It's not the case, when I compare them to other vendors, that they are extremely more expensive or that the licensing is much more complex.
The overall pricing and licensing are fair according to the market. Because it is pay-per-use, there is a large offering from the application and software. This is what the customer requires, and I need to provide whatever they want. If they want to use the cloud, i.e., hyperscales as a solution, then I need to provide an application that will run on top. For me, it is a no-brainer. It is whatever the customer wants. In general, going to the public cloud has its benefits since the CAPEX is low and the OPEX is pay-per-use. However, you need to arrange your application and software in a way that will modernize and utilize the cloud economically. This is the downside of things.
The pricing is very good because there are a lot of types of PowerEdge Rack Servers. You have the R540, R640, and R740. The prices are very scalable through the specific server, e.g., small businesses can take the R640 while large businesses can take the R740 or R840. Thus, Dell technologies touch on every organization.
IT Director at a manufacturing company with 201-500 employees
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May 3, 2022
When you compare public cloud solutions to PowerEdge in terms of cost, initially the cost of Dell servers or Dell technology was really high. However, right now it's on par or, maybe, even cheaper when we use Dell hardware. If we don't swap it out in three years and if we stretch it to four or five years, then we can get even more of an ROI versus cloud cost.
Field Solution Architect at a financial services firm with 501-1,000 employees
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Nov 4, 2020
I didn't deal with the pricing, and therefore don't know the exact costs. However, they would compete with pricing on the market. Even if HP made an equivalent platform, and they do, we wouldn't get good terms. They're all pretty well in the ballpark range in cost and the variation. The list price might be 10%. They know what the competition is doing so they don't want to price themselves, the values, off the list of potential. If I'm looking at servers that deliver so much IOPS and they price themselves out, HP knows what Dell is doing and Dell knows what HP is doing.
Business Continuity and Data Center Manager at a outsourcing company with 5,001-10,000 employees
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Oct 22, 2020
It's easy to install and configure with suitable server administrator. iDrac management solution is included with the server. It provides suitable zero-cost solution for monitoring and managing your hardware.
PowerEdge R-Series delivers high performance, flexibility, and scalability for data centers. It supports demanding tasks with robust management tools and advanced cooling, providing reliability and efficiency across various workloads.Engineered for large deployments, PowerEdge R-Series supports extensive configurations optimizing performance in data centers. With features like advanced cooling and energy-efficient architecture, it empowers organizations to manage heavy workloads while...
Regarding pricing and licensing, I think it's fair and similar to the competitors; you have to negotiate with partners and vendors, so I believe the pricing is fair.
The experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Dell PowerEdge R-Series was very positive and great, and it worked out very well.
My experience with the pricing, setup cost, and licensing has been acceptable, with no complaints.
The list prices are overkill. At the end, it is about the quantity that a customer consumes and the final price that they receive. It is about contracts, discounts, and other factors. The pricing is fairly competitive, though not particularly overpriced.
Our experience with pricing for Dell PowerEdge R-Series is that it is a little on the expensive side. That comes with the Intel side of things, but overall, we think it justifies the price because it is durable and it is working well. We have no issues.
From my experience with pricing and licensing, Dell PowerEdge R-Series is typically more expensive than the competition, sometimes for valid reasons and sometimes without justification.
My experience with pricing, setup, costs, and licensing has been that pricing in general has always been very competitive. We do go to market every time we do a refresh; that's one of the things we have to compare with our competitors. We deal with Dell direct, so it's very competitive.
Dell PowerEdge R-Series is fairly priced compared to competitors
Dell's pricing has been high for us, which led us to move to SimpliVity.
We have a contract with the OEM of the equipment for licenses, so we possess all OEM licenses for the Dell software. We have licenses for Linux and VMware software, with a special price and an annual contract for updates of Linux and VMware. Additionally, we have an Oracle database on Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers.
My experience with pricing, setup costs, and licensing of Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers is somewhat skewed. In the beginning, we used a lot of resources, in terms of dollars, to try to do everything ourselves. What we're finding over the years is Dell works with other partners to make that easier, so we can actually save a lot of time by having other people with the right expertise do things. That's not so much an issue anymore because we've figured out how to keep our costs moderate by working with Dell directly and their partners.
They are not very expensive.
The iDRAC is really the only thing you license on a Dell PowerEdge Rack Server.
At cost per feature, the pricing is great.
It's pretty much on par.
I know the pricing for Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers went up last year, and we weren't too happy about that, but it is what it is.
I personally think the pricing and licensing of Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers is actually fairly decent, though the way the business runs leads to sticker shock anytime we give them a quote.
In terms of pricing and licensing for Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers, what can be done is stocking the servers with distributors as much as possible to bring down the price, similar to what other OEMs do. Dell is more expensive since it has more B2B orders compared to HP or Lenovo who focus on stock and sell business. This helps them to bring down the price. Additionally, the sourcing of spare parts could be streamlined better to reduce the price.
The pricing for the Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers is reasonable since we are part of higher ed, making the prices very competitive with other vendors we have approached.
Our experience with pricing, setup costs, and licensing for Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers is positive, as our Dell account team helps us use our funds wisely, especially being a non-profit.
The pricing of Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers has been a little problematic. It was sticker shock with our most recent purchase compared to the previous one, and there's a gap in pricing at our current level because what we do isn't very compute-intensive, resulting in a mismatch where we fit into an in-between category without an exact solution available. We don't need a lot of processor power or a lot of memory. We need a medium amount of those, but the solutions available are a little bit too large for us.
We find the server pricing fair and reasonable.
The pricing can vary. Some customers find it cheaper due to contractual agreements, while others find it expensive, especially when scaling up. In Brazil, the parts for servers are particularly expensive.
Customers are exploring models like Apex, similar to GreenLake, for consumption-based models that feel like cloud services but keep hardware on-premises, making them feel safer and potentially reducing costs. Some customers find familiarity with Dell servers aids in the process.
The total cost of ownership for support and operations has reduced significantly. In terms of stability, I seldom encounter support cases or operational costs. They have been stable and running for years without performance downtime or significant disc failures, providing me an edge in operational and support costs.
Dell is priced better than alternative solutions.
The price is worth it for what you get from it. It's worth the cost.
PowerEdge provides great value and reliability for the price.
Even though I'm not directly involved in purchasing the servers, everyone prefers lower costs, but ultimately, the Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers deliver as promised.
The more complex the server requirements, the more expensive it gets.
Although PowerEdge's price is high, it's easier to handle, and there's no downtime. In my opinion, it's worth the price.
While pricing is very important, it's not all about the cost. With Dell, we have fewer issues, and updating processes are faster—which makes it worth the cost. Overall, the solution is fairly priced and cost-effective. The overall pricing is moderate.
Twenty years ago, we used to purchase directly from Dell. However, they later decided to sell only through partners in Italy. Consequently, when we transitioned to buying from partners, we also became partners ourselves. At present, the pricing seems a bit high for us. While we manage to procure products through competitive bidding, the list pricing remains challenging for us. This difficulty primarily arises when selling to customers, especially medium-sized ones requiring only two or three servers.
We have a strong agreement in place with our parent company, that typically ensures favorable pricing terms for us, although occasionally we may need to negotiate with Dell representatives for further discounts to provide competitive pricing to our customers.
The pricing is considered fair.
The price is acceptable but could be improved.
They can improve the costs.
They are a little expensive, but in the end, with everything they provide you, the solution is perfect.
The pricing policies of the manufacturers vary based on the company, but generally, they are quite correct. What happens is that the purchasing departments of companies like ours do a lot for the price, and sometimes, you find yourself forced to work with another manufacturer. We have two main vendors that we work with to have aligned prices, and Dell is one of them.
I do not know much about the prices. It is my colleague who has that data.
They are good and reflect the prices on the market. We always wish they were lower, but they are good.
They are very competitive.
The cost structure associated with Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers presents itself as a potential point of contention for budget-conscious consumers, as it could be more strategically positioned to compete within the broader marketplace. Additionally, the degree of configurability offered by these server solutions might warrant further scrutiny, as it may not invariably align with the precise requirements of every individual user or organization.
Regarding the pricing, it seems fair. However, it's worth noting that compared to some brands, it can be more expensive, particularly in terms of customization options. For example, with Dell, choices like the GPU might be limited, potentially driving up the cost compared to a smaller server from another manufacturer like Supermicro. As project managers, we should explore alternative vendors that offer greater flexibility in hardware selection and potentially smaller form factors. However, no final decision has been made on this yet.
Pricing appears to be comparatively favorable, particularly within the project's scope. However, the licensing terms can occasionally be somewhat opaque, making it difficult for me to fully grasp them. I often rely on my partner's expertise in this area for clarification. It would be more agreeable if the licensing could be streamlined a little, potentially by providing more transparent and concise language. Furthermore, the current nomenclature for different tiers, e.g., Enterprise, Super Enterprise can be confusing and uninformative. It would be much more beneficial if the functionality of each tier were simply described in plain language, allowing for easier understanding and comparison. Additionally, the process of requesting clarification or support could be improved. Having to ask multiple times can be cumbersome and inefficient. Ideally, there would be a more streamlined and efficient system for obtaining assistance.
Microsoft licensing for Hyper-V servers is a challenge, but Dell's hardware may be slightly more expensive. Overall, it's manageable.
The solution’s pricing is competitive with other products.
I find the pricing for Dell PowerEdge reasonable for our company. However, licensing, in general, can be challenging to manage effectively. It would be beneficial for companies like Dell to reconsider their approach to licensing certain aspects of their equipment.
As an enterprise customer, the pricing is fine for us. There are also possibilities to interact over the price and discuss. We have no complaints.
Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers have fair prices for our basic needs, and when we need more power, the cost matches the value we get. It feels like we get a good deal for what we pay.
In terms of pricing and licensing, it is a trade-off. If you find it expensive, you can limit access, but if the budget allows, you can expand.
I don't know about the product's licensing part. Price-wise, it is an okay product. I believe that the cheaper the better, but I think that the product's price is okay.
The product's pricing is not good. It's always a winning factor for other solutions. It is not the most affordable tool.
The tool's pricing is very good.
We have a customer relationship with Dell. We have a good account manager that can help in terms of pricing.
The high cost of Dell PowerEdge Rack Server licenses is attributed to the pre-installed Windows Server operating system from Microsoft.
They are fairly priced.
I am satisfied with the pricing of the Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers and would rate the cost as seven out of ten, with ten being the best.
Dell is somewhat more expensive than HPE.
The pricing is usually in line with what we expect from Microsoft.
One of the clients has been offered a price of $18,000 instead of the regular price of around $25,000.
I'd like them to be cheaper, but that's not the world we live in and that's not where the pound is at. The price was acceptable for what the product is. If I tried to build my own server, the cost difference would be negligible. And the brand support that Dell provides and the functionality that comes with the PowerEdge Servers made up the difference. So it makes sense. I don't have a problem with the cost. It is in line with what I'd expect.
PowerEdge is not a cheap product. It's a quality product, but there is always competition. If you want to buy a server, you need an operating system, and most of it is Microsoft. A bundled solution costs less than a separate operating system and hardware.
I think the price of these servers is good.
As an educational institution, we have certain budget restraints. So, we work around our budget and what hardware we can get from it.
The pricing and licensing are fair.
PowerEdge pricing is equivalent to that of all the others in the market. We always try to get a better price, but I don't see any problem with the pricing and licensing of Dell's servers. It's not the case, when I compare them to other vendors, that they are extremely more expensive or that the licensing is much more complex.
The overall pricing and licensing are fair according to the market. Because it is pay-per-use, there is a large offering from the application and software. This is what the customer requires, and I need to provide whatever they want. If they want to use the cloud, i.e., hyperscales as a solution, then I need to provide an application that will run on top. For me, it is a no-brainer. It is whatever the customer wants. In general, going to the public cloud has its benefits since the CAPEX is low and the OPEX is pay-per-use. However, you need to arrange your application and software in a way that will modernize and utilize the cloud economically. This is the downside of things.
The pricing is very good because there are a lot of types of PowerEdge Rack Servers. You have the R540, R640, and R740. The prices are very scalable through the specific server, e.g., small businesses can take the R640 while large businesses can take the R740 or R840. Thus, Dell technologies touch on every organization.
The pricing is great; very competitive. That's the reason we bought hundreds of them.
The pricing is fair enough.
The pricing could always be better.
The pricing is good compared to other products.
I have no issues with the pricing and licensing costs. They are fine.
The pricing for this solution is competitive compared to others on the market.
This solution is reasonably priced and licenses are easy to acquire.
This solution is very affordable.
The pricing for this solution is reasonable. We pay a basic premium with a military premium on top of that.
When you compare public cloud solutions to PowerEdge in terms of cost, initially the cost of Dell servers or Dell technology was really high. However, right now it's on par or, maybe, even cheaper when we use Dell hardware. If we don't swap it out in three years and if we stretch it to four or five years, then we can get even more of an ROI versus cloud cost.
The price of Dell EMC PowerEdge Rack Servers is reasonable compared to other solutions.
The price could be cheaper. Dell EMC PowerEdge Rack Servers are very expensive.
The solution offers very good, very fair pricing. It's reasonable. It's not overly expensive.
The server is a one-time purchase, but the support is on a subscription basis.
The price of this solution is reasonable. It's very comparable to similar solutions.
I didn't deal with the pricing, and therefore don't know the exact costs. However, they would compete with pricing on the market. Even if HP made an equivalent platform, and they do, we wouldn't get good terms. They're all pretty well in the ballpark range in cost and the variation. The list price might be 10%. They know what the competition is doing so they don't want to price themselves, the values, off the list of potential. If I'm looking at servers that deliver so much IOPS and they price themselves out, HP knows what Dell is doing and Dell knows what HP is doing.
It's easy to install and configure with suitable server administrator. iDrac management solution is included with the server. It provides suitable zero-cost solution for monitoring and managing your hardware.
It's not a very expensive solution.
Dell's solution was cheaper than HP's solution.