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Dell PowerEdge M vs PowerEdge C comparison

Dell PowerEdge M and PowerEdge C are both solutions in the Blade Servers category. Dell PowerEdge M is ranked #2 with an average rating of 8.4, while PowerEdge C is ranked #7 with an average rating of 8.8. Dell PowerEdge M holds a 19.1% mindshare in Blade Servers, compared to PowerEdge C’s 0.5% mindshare. Additionally, 94% of Dell PowerEdge M users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 96% of PowerEdge C users who would recommend it.
Dell PowerEdge M
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94% willing to recommend
PowerEdge C
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  • 138 Views
  • 95 Comparison Views
96% willing to recommend
 

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We performed a comparison between Dell PowerEdge M and PowerEdge C based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

Dell PowerEdge M
Ranking in Blade Servers
2nd
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.9
Number of Reviews
18
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
PowerEdge C
Ranking in Blade Servers
7th
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
26
Ranking in other categories
Density Optimized Servers (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the Blade Servers category, the mindshare of Dell PowerEdge M is 19.1%, up from 17.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of PowerEdge C is 0.5%, down from 1.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

JohnDeavers - PeerSpot reviewer
Average pricing and good feature sets but is complex to set up
We use the solution for hyper-converged infrastructures with VMware and physical/virtual SQL solutions.  Both Dell and Cisco would be data center modernization. We're modernizing from a three-tier to a single infrastructure.  The enterprise manager feature sets are great. It's great for managing…
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Delfryanto . - PeerSpot reviewer
A tool that offers great hardware resiliency and iDRAC software
The product's initial setup phase was easy. The solution is deployed on an on-premises model. The time required to deploy the solution depends on the requirements of its users. Getting the power on takes several hours, but if PowerEdge C's deployment involves more complexities, it may take a day or two to complete the deployment process.
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We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The initial setup is straightforward."
"The solution integrated well."
"It's great for managing overall infrastructure."
"The solution's most valuable feature is its interface."
"It helps us to manage multiple chassis from a single website."
"The solution is made with high-quality hardware."
"The initial setup is easy."
"It is easy to manage by an administrator and we can spend valuable time on other IT issues."
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"The product stability has been excellent."
"It's a good product. Virtualization on it is good."
"I have found the compression capability the most valuable feature."
"The scalability of the product is good since it offers high performance and capacity."
"Technical support has been helpful."
"The most significant benefits, in my experience, are the configuration, reliability of the equipment, and the support of Dell."
"With the tool, we can easily upgrade and ensure compatibility between operating systems, hardwares and drivers. Among other features, the hardware also stands out because it is certified and aligns with the processor manufacturers like Intel. This enables them to offer the latest options which are not available with other suppliers."
"The scalability of the solution met our needs."
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Cons

"Dell PowerEdge M needs to run AMD CPUs on it."
"I would like to have additional HPC and AI capabilities on general Dell PowerEdge servers."
"We have had some issues with the vendor's support that we have received. When you open up a support case with Dell they send a partner to assist you and in our experience, they are lacking knowledge about the solution. There are times when you need professional support from the vendor that knows the solution well."
"I believe that the tool’s support team is an area with certain concerns where improvements can be made."
"There is room for improvement in scalability."
"Technical support is not good."
"Can be improved by being proactive in making changes that could improve the solution."
"One area for improvement is VLAN configuration."
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"We had a few minor issues with compatibility on the latest version during the installation process."
"HP is a little bit lower in terms of price."
"It should be improved in terms of future expansion. We should be able to have additional free slots for future extensions in terms of memory."
"There has been an increase in quality issues."
"The current memory could be improved."
"The reliability needs improvement."
"There could be some more ports added in the future."
"The solution’s pricing could be cheaper."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution's pricing is slightly higher."
"The product is neither expensive nor cheap. It is manageable for medium enterprises as well."
"The product is budget-friendly. The initial cost for each server was around 10,000 euros. It's a standard price, not too high or too low."
"If we would not have gone with the vendor we might have been charged unnecessarily for packages we did not need."
"The pricing of PowerEdge Next is higher than it was before."
"It was budget friendly."
"Dell PowerEdge M price is comparable to other solutions but cheaper than IBM. However, the IBM solution is a higher grade solution whereas Dell PowerEdge M is a medium-level solution."
"I know we get three years basic, and the on-site licensing model for business seems fine. I wouldn't pay for a support plus or anything."
"The cost depends on the configuration."
"Despite the slightly higher price, we prefer Dell due to the high quality of their products."
"When we talk about pricing it is the cheapest on the market that I have found."
"PowerEdge C is a product that is priced at a medium range, so it is not too expensive."
"The price of the solution is reasonable."
"The price could be reduced."
"The product costs can be high, especially for disks and other components."
"There is a need to pay towards the annual subscription-based licensing model offered by the solution. The product is moderately priced. Price is a critical issue, and it is always good to have moderately priced solutions."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
15%
Government
10%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Computer Software Company
17%
Financial Services Firm
17%
Venture Capital & Private Equity Firm
10%
Manufacturing Company
9%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Dell PowerEdge M?
The solution's most valuable features are centralized monitoring and management and the ease of upgrading firmware.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Dell PowerEdge M?
I know we get three years basic, and the on-site licensing model for business seems fine. I wouldn't pay for a support plus or anything.
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What needs improvement with Dell PowerEdge M?
It is a pretty dynamic product and is better than everyone else's servers. HP has lost its way, and we are not going to use Lenovo in our company. I believe that the tool’s support team is an area ...
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What do you like most about PowerEdge C?
The solution provides good support and service.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for PowerEdge C?
I don't handle the financial aspects, so I don't know the exact costs, but in terms of the value it brings, it's worth it.
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What needs improvement with PowerEdge C?
For improvements, the iDRAC application isn't very intuitive to handle. We have it deployed on-premises.
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Overview

The Dell PowerEdge M-Series blade servers address the challenges of an evolving IT environment by delivering leading enterprise classfeatures and functionality. The M-Series delivers a unique array of options configured to meet the needs of your IT environment both now and in the future.

  • Multiple blade form-factor choices.
  • Long life cycle providing better life cycle management and improved TCO.
  • Modular I/O switches for future scalability.
  • Breakthrough fan technologies for reduction in power consumption.
  • Configuration management via chassis management controller.
  • Persistent MAC/WWN/iSCSI addresses in a switch-agnostic environment.

PowerEdge C help you to maximize hyperscale performance with up to 4 independent server nodes, flexible storage and shared infrastructure in a compact 2U chassis.

 

Sample Customers

Newport City Homes, Neuroblastoma and Medulloblastoma Translational Research Consortium (NMTRC), Georgian College, AgreeYa Solutions, IIHT Cloud Solutions, Arizona State University, AudienceScience, University of the Incarnate Word (UIW), The Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen), Holy Cross School
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