Dell PowerEdge XE Servers vs Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers comparison

Dell Technologies and Lenovo are both solutions in the Rack Servers category. Dell Technologies is ranked #11 with an average rating of 8.3, while Lenovo is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.5. Dell Technologies holds a 1.1% mindshare in Rack Servers, compared to Lenovo’s 16.3% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Dell Technologies users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 96% of Lenovo users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 8, 2024

Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers and Dell PowerEdge XE Servers compete in the server market. Lenovo seems to have the upper hand with more favorable pricing and ease of deployment.

Features: Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers are known for robust build, reliable architecture, and strong performance. Dell PowerEdge XE Servers are recognized for advanced technologies, flexible configurations, and enhanced feature sets for data-intensive applications.

Room for Improvement: Lenovo ThinkSystem users suggest improvements in system management tools, firmware updates, and software optimization. Dell PowerEdge XE users point out the need for improved documentation, better integration, and broader compatibility with third-party hardware.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Lenovo ThinkSystem offers straightforward deployment with dependable customer service, making implementation and management easier. Dell PowerEdge XE involves a more complex setup but provides responsive and knowledgeable support.

Pricing and ROI: Lenovo ThinkSystem presents lower setup costs, making them more accessible for businesses with budget constraints. Dell PowerEdge XE, although pricier, delivers a compelling ROI with its superior feature set and efficiency, justifying the initial investment for many users.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

Dell PowerEdge XE Servers

Ranking in Rack Servers

11th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Ser...

Ranking in Rack Servers

3rd

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2025, in the Rack Servers category, the mindshare of Dell PowerEdge XE Servers is 1.1%, up from 0.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers is 16.3%, down from 16.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Muzammil Nasim

Software Architect at a manufacturing company with 501-1,000 employees

We're hardly using 15 percent of their computing power, so there's a lot left over that we could utilize

It should be easier to extend PowerEdge XE servers. We haven't architected them with an eye toward scalability. They have a fixed number of slots for hard drives, which is enough for our present use case, However, we would have more options if we could extend that. We could deploy the servers in a broader range of use cases with different requirements. It's fine for our current deployment with only a few thousand users. We're exploring other solutions like such as VxRail or PowerFlex for larger public-facing use cases.

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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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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The strong point of this solution is its compatibility with VMware and its resilience."

"The solution is flexible in my experience."

"PowerEdge XE servers are high-performing. We're hardly using 15 percent of their computing power, so there's a lot left over that we could utilize."

"The most valuable feature is the trusted platform module."

"One of the most valuable features of Dell PowerEdge XE Servers is the ease of fixing issues if there are any."

"Its reliability and consistency are most valuable."

"The most valuable feature of these servers is the ability to store a lot—the capacity and the number of hard disk drives."

"In general, it works well. We haven't had issues."

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"I like everything about this solution. It is a very good server, with excellent availability. The size of the power is adequate and the low heating is beneficial."

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

"We appreciate the stability and easy mountings of all the machines. We have some direct connections with IBM, Lenovo, and other companies, and we get close support from them."

"The IMM tool is great because we can upgrade different views and device versions very quickly. We can upgrade everything from a single point through a single dashboard, which is great for us because we also have Lenovo storage. Lenovo ThinkSystem also has Xclarity built into the system."

"It is a scalable product."

"Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers are scalable."

"The product is very user-friendly."

"The hardware is good."

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Cons

"I would like to have support for performing a detailed analysis of the server from a mobile device."

"Dell PowerEdge XE Servers can improve by adapting HCI technology."

"The quality and reliability could be improved."

"It is mostly stable, but the usual problem would be, for example, upgrading to a newer version of VMware or dealing with compatibility issues during the process."

"Upgrading can be a bit difficult."

"We use OpenManager a lot, and that can be a bit clunky at times. They can make that better."

"In future releases, there should be more support options for the latest processor."

"It should be easier to extend PowerEdge XE servers. We haven't architected them with an eye toward scalability. They have a fixed number of slots for hard drives, which is enough for our present use case, However, we would have more options if we could extend that. We could deploy the servers in a broader range of use cases with different requirements. It's fine for our current deployment with only a few thousand users. We're exploring other solutions like such as VxRail or PowerFlex for larger public-facing use cases."

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"Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers availability could improve. We have been waiting two months for one server."

"The solution's initial setup was complicated."

"The power consumption needs to be optimized in Lenovo."

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

"The performance of the solution could be better."

"There are other solutions that are less expensive."

"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."

"For the price my company pays for Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers, we can have more from other vendors offering the same functionalities that are present in Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers at a lower price."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing model is quite competitive."

"There are different types of licensing available, that works well for customers. The product is not very much to purchase."

"You always want slightly cheaper, but overall, they are quite comparable and quite neutral."

"Dell has competitive pricing."

"This solution is priced very reasonably."

"If you want an SLA for parts and equipment then you need to purchase a support agreement."

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

"It is the cheapest solution we have seen on the market."

"Your budget determines the scalability."

"Its pricing is very competitive."

"I don't know the exact amount of money, but when I compared it to Dell or HPE, Lenovo was the best when it comes to price and equipment."

"It costs around $8,000. There is an additional cost for the support for a year."

"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."

"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."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

21%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

10%

University

Computer Software Company

16%

Financial Services Firm

University

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Dell PowerEdge XE Servers?

The resource management features are valuable.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Dell PowerEdge XE Servers?

Dell has competitive pricing.

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What needs improvement with Dell PowerEdge XE Servers?

The support team must improve the speed of response. The product should be promoted more in the market.

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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

PowerEdge XE Servers

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

Overview

Our newest addition to the Dell EMC PowerEdge family, PowerEdge XE servers are purpose-built for complex, harsh and compute-intensive workloads.

Dell Technologies

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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