Server comparison Dell PowerEdge R760 vs R760xa
OLEKSANDR SYZOVServer comparison Dell PowerEdge R760 vs R760xa
Comparative analysis of the Dell PowerEdge R760 vs. Dell PowerEdge R760xa, based on key data center and enterprise factors: workloads, performance, functionality, reliability and security, flexibility and efficiency, management, supplies, and price.
1. Workloads
| Feature | Dell PowerEdge R760 | Dell PowerEdge R760xa |
|---|---|---|
| Optimized For | General-purpose enterprise workloads: virtualization, databases, ERP, VDI | AI/ML, HPC, GPU-intensive workloads, large-scale analytics |
| GPU Support | Limited (up to 2 single-width GPUs or 2 DW GPUs) | High GPU capacity (up to 4 double-width or 8 single-width GPUs) |
| Use Cases | Traditional data centers, transactional systems | AI inference/training, data science, 3D rendering, edge AI |
✅ Verdict: R760 for general enterprise; R760xa for AI/accelerated workloads.
2. Performance
| Feature | R760 | R760xa |
|---|---|---|
| CPU Support | Dual Intel Xeon Scalable (5th Gen) | Same CPUs (Intel Xeon Scalable 6th Gen) |
| RAM Support | Up to 8TB DDR5 (32 DIMMs) | Similar (up to 8TB DDR5, depending on config) |
| PCIe Support | PCIe Gen 5 (8 slots) | PCIe Gen 5 (up to 10 slots) – better GPU and NVMe support |
| GPU Support | Limited (good for light GPU needs) | High – supports NVIDIA H100, A100, etc. |
✅ Verdict: R760xa has stronger performance in GPU-heavy tasks; otherwise, similar CPU/RAM performance.
3. Functionality
| Feature | R760 | R760xa |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Bays | Up to 24 x 2.5" (SAS/SATA/NVMe) | Up to 10 x 2.5" NVMe + more space for GPUs |
| I/O Flexibility | High | High with GPU/AI edge |
| Expansion | Balanced | More GPU-focused expansion slots |
✅ Verdict: R760 is more storage-flexible; R760xa favors GPUs and high-speed compute.
4. Reliability and Security
| Feature | Both |
|---|---|
| Security | Dell’s Cyber Resilient Architecture, TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, System Lockdown |
| Reliability | Enterprise-grade RAS features, redundancy (PSU, fans), hot-plug support |
✅ Verdict: Tied – both share Dell’s enterprise-class reliability and security frameworks.
5. Flexibility and Efficiency
| Feature | R760 | R760xa |
|---|---|---|
| Power Usage | Lower TDP overall (less GPU use) | Higher due to GPU power draw |
| Thermal Design | Air-cooled or liquid assist optional | Advanced cooling required for GPUs |
| Space Efficiency | 2U compact, balanced | Also 2U, but GPU support limits drive bay use |
✅ Verdict: R760 is more energy and space efficient unless you need GPU horsepower.
6. Management
| Feature | Both |
|---|---|
| iDRAC9 | Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller for remote management |
| OpenManage | Full support for OpenManage Suite (OM Enterprise, OM Mobile, etc.) |
| Automation & Telemetry | Same telemetry, APIs, Redfish, Ansible modules |
✅ Verdict: Tied – identical management features and toolsets.
7. Supplies (Power and Cooling)
| Feature | R760 | R760xa |
|---|---|---|
| PSU Options | 800W–2400W redundant | 1400W–2800W (typically higher due to GPUs) |
| Cooling | Standard air and optional liquid | Enhanced airflow and/or liquid for GPU density |
✅ Verdict: R760 is easier to integrate into existing setups with lower power/cooling requirements.
8. Price
| Feature | R760 | R760xa |
|---|---|---|
| Base Price | ~$6,000–10,000+ (varies with config) | ~$10,000–20,000+ depending on GPU loadout |
| TCO | Lower operational cost | Higher due to GPUs, cooling, power demands |
✅ Verdict: R760 is more affordable upfront and long-term unless you need GPU acceleration.
Summary Table
| Feature | R760 | R760xa |
|---|---|---|
| Workloads | ✅ Enterprise, VDI, DB | ✅✅ AI, HPC, ML |
| Performance | ✅ CPU-bound | ✅✅ GPU-accelerated |
| Functionality | ✅ Storage-heavy | ✅ GPU-heavy |
| Security & Reliability | ✅✅ | ✅✅ |
| Efficiency | ✅✅ | ✅ (GPU = more power draw) |
| Management | ✅✅ | ✅✅ |
| Supplies | ✅ Efficient | ⚠️ Higher power/cooling |
| Price | ✅ Cost-effective | ⚠️ Expensive, GPU driven |
Conclusion
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Choose Dell PowerEdge R760 if you want a versatile, cost-effective, and efficient server for classic enterprise tasks like virtualization, databases, and general workloads.
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Choose Dell PowerEdge R760xa if you're running GPU-accelerated workloads, AI/ML, or need a server with massive compute density for specialized processing.
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