Compare servers Dell Poweredge R770 vs HPE Proliant DL380 Gen12
OLEKSANDR SYZOVCompare servers Dell Poweredge R770 vs HPE Proliant DL380 Gen12
Here’s a detailed technical comparison between the Dell PowerEdge R770 and the HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen12 servers:
1. Processor (CPU) Support
| Feature | Dell PowerEdge R770 | HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen12 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU Sockets | 2 | 2 |
| Supported CPUs | Intel Xeon Scalable (Sapphire Rapids) | Intel Xeon Scalable (Sapphire Rapids) |
| Max Cores | Up to 120 cores (60 cores per socket) | Up to 120 cores (60 cores per socket) |
| TDP Range | Up to 350W per CPU | Up to 350W per CPU |
Verdict: Both support the latest Intel Xeon Scalable processors with similar core counts and TDP.
2. Memory (RAM)
| Feature | Dell PowerEdge R770 | HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen12 |
|---|---|---|
| Memory Slots | 32 DDR5 DIMM slots | 32 DDR5 DIMM slots |
| Max Capacity | Up to 8TB (with 256GB DIMMs) | Up to 8TB (with 256GB DIMMs) |
| Memory Speed | Up to 5600 MT/s | Up to 5600 MT/s |
| Memory Types | DDR5 RDIMM, LRDIMM | DDR5 RDIMM, LRDIMM |
Verdict: Identical memory capabilities.
3. Storage Options
| Feature | Dell PowerEdge R770 | HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen12 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Bays | Up to 24 x 2.5" or 12 x 3.5" (SFF/LFF) | Up to 24 x 2.5" or 12 x 3.5" (SFF/LFF) |
| Storage Controllers | PERC 12 (RAID 0,1,5,6,10,50,60) | HPE Smart Array (RAID 0,1,5,6,10,50,60) |
| NVMe Support | Yes (PCIe 5.0) | Yes (PCIe 5.0) |
| Max Raw Capacity | ~368TB (24 x 15.36TB NVMe) | ~368TB (24 x 15.36TB NVMe) |
Verdict: Similar storage configurations, but Dell uses PERC while HPE uses Smart Array controllers.
4. Expansion Slots (PCIe)
| Feature | Dell PowerEdge R770 | HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen12 |
|---|---|---|
| PCIe Slots | Up to 8 x PCIe 5.0 slots | Up to 7 x PCIe 5.0 slots |
| GPU Support | Up to 3 x double-wide GPUs | Up to 3 x double-wide GPUs |
| OCP 3.0 Slot | Optional (for networking) | Optional (for networking) |
Verdict: Dell offers slightly more PCIe slots (8 vs 7), but both support GPUs and OCP.
5. Networking
| Feature | Dell PowerEdge R770 | HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen12 |
|---|---|---|
| Onboard NICs | 4 x 1GbE (LOM) or 2 x 25GbE | 4 x 1GbE or 2 x 25GbE |
| OCP Support | Yes (OCP 3.0) | Yes (OCP 3.0) |
| Optional NICs | Up to 100GbE adapters | Up to 100GbE adapters |
Verdict: Comparable networking options.
6. Power & Cooling
| Feature | Dell PowerEdge R770 | HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen12 |
|---|---|---|
| PSU Options | 800W, 1400W, 2000W (Platinum/Titanium) | 800W, 1600W, 2000W (Platinum/Titanium) |
| Power Efficiency | 94%+ Titanium efficiency | 96%+ Titanium efficiency |
| Cooling | Multi-fan redundant cooling | HPE SmartCooling with dynamic fans |
Verdict: HPE has a slight edge in power efficiency (96% vs 94%).
7. Management & Security
| Feature | Dell PowerEdge R770 | HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen12 |
|---|---|---|
| Management | iDRAC9 (with Redfish API) | iLO6 (with Redfish API) |
| Security | TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, Silicon Root of Trust | TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, Silicon Root of Trust |
| Firmware Updates | OpenManage Enterprise | HPE OneView |
Verdict: Both offer robust management, but iDRAC9 (Dell) and iLO6 (HPE) are industry-leading.
8. Form Factor & Dimensions
| Feature | Dell PowerEdge R770 | HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen12 |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | 2U rack server | 2U rack server |
| Dimensions | 87.5mm (H) x 482mm (W) x 800mm (D) | 87.5mm (H) x 482mm (W) x 790mm (D) |
| Weight | ~34 kg (max config) | ~32 kg (max config) |
Verdict: Nearly identical physical specs.
9. Operating System Support
| Feature | Dell PowerEdge R770 | HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen12 |
|---|---|---|
| OS Compatibility | Windows, Linux, VMware, ESXi, Hyper-V | Windows, Linux, VMware, ESXi, Hyper-V |
Verdict: Both support all major enterprise OSes.
10. Warranty & Support
| Feature | Dell PowerEdge R770 | HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen12 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Warranty | 3 years (ProSupport available) | 3 years (HPE Pointnext available) |
| Support Options | 24/7 support, next-business-day | 24/7 support, next-business-day |
Verdict: Comparable support offerings.
Final Verdict: Which One to Choose?
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Dell PowerEdge R770
✅ Better PCIe expansion (8 slots vs 7)
✅ PERC RAID controllers (preferred by some admins) -
HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen12
✅ Slightly better power efficiency (96% Titanium)
✅ iLO6 is highly regarded for remote management
Best for:
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Dell R770 → Workloads needing more PCIe expansion (AI/GPU-heavy).
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HPE DL380 Gen12 → Energy-efficient deployments with strong remote management.
Both are top-tier 2U servers—your choice may depend on existing infrastructure (Dell vs HPE ecosystem) or pricing.
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