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 #12, while Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.0. Lenovo Edge Servers holds a 1.5% mindshare in Rack Servers, compared to Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers’s 13.8% 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

12th

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 January 2026, in the Rack Servers category, the mindshare of Lenovo Edge Servers is 1.5%, up from 0.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers is 13.8%, down from 16.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Rack Servers Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers	13.8%
Lenovo Edge Servers	1.5%
Other	84.7%

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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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Pros

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

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

"The hardware performance is very valuable."

"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."

"Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers are scalable."

"The initial setup of Lenovo ThinkSystem Rack Servers is straightforward. The process of implementation took me approximately two to three days. We only had to install the hardware for the installation."

"The initial setup is easy."

"It's very power-efficient and allows you to access the rack server directly without accessing the operating system on that server."

"The product scales well."

"Ensures high availability, better hardware management, and support for active features."

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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."

"There are other solutions that are less expensive."

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

"Improvements could be made in the network cards, particularly by offering options for higher-speed cards beyond the current 10 GB."

"It was complex to get this started because the Lenovo and VMware are not very compatible. We had to get some updates in order for it to be implemented."

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

"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."

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

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

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

"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."

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

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

"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 expensive compared to other vendors."

"Your budget determines the scalability."

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

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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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