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 #10 with an average rating of 8.5, while Lenovo is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.4. Dell Technologies holds a 1.1% mindshare in Rack Servers, compared to Lenovo’s 15.7% 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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Categories and Ranking

Dell PowerEdge XE Servers

Ranking in Rack Servers

10th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Ser...

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 August 2025, in the Rack Servers category, the mindshare of Dell PowerEdge XE Servers is 1.1%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers is 15.7%, down from 17.2% 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

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

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

"The resource management features are valuable."

"Its reliability and consistency are most valuable."

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

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

"The most valuable feature is that it can support up to 32 drives of internal storage."

"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."

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

"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."

"The product scales well."

"I would say the stability of the system itself would be the biggest advantage."

"The hardware is good."

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

"The hardware performance is very valuable."

"It is a scalable product."

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Cons

"The quality and reliability could be improved."

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

"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."

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

"The support team must improve the speed of response."

"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."

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

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

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"I have a few notification alerts about PCI cards but it's rare."

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

"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."

"From our side, our budgets are really not there. The availability of cash is a little bit limited. We buy as much as we can, If it was less expensive, we could buy more."

"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."

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

"The solution's initial setup was complicated."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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

"Dell has competitive pricing."

"This solution is priced very reasonably."

"The pricing model is quite competitive."

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

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

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

"The cost of the solution depends entirely on the client. There are not any additional costs other than the standard licensing fee."

"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."

"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."

"Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers can be categorized as a product falling under an affordable price range but more expensive than its competitors."

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

"In India, the solution is cheap compared to its competitors."

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Computer Software Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

Retailer

Computer Software Company

13%

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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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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.

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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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