Quick Comparison of HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 Plus Server vs Dell PowerEdge R660xs Rack Server at a Glance

The server comparison table provides a quick overview of the key specifications and key features for HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 Plus Server and Dell PowerEdge R660xs Rack Server Let’s take a look at the comparison table below.

Features	HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 Plus Server View Check the Price	Dell PowerEdge R660xs Rack Server View Check the Price
Server Type / Form Factor	Type: Rack Server Form Factor: 1U Rackmount Socket: Dual-socket (supports up to 2 processors)	Type: Rack Server Form Factor: 1U Rackmount Socket: Dual socket (supports 4th and 5th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable)
Processor (CPU)	Processor Family: 3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processors Cores per CPU: Up to 40 cores (e.g., Intel Xeon Platinum 8380, Gold 6338) Base Frequency: ~2.0 to ~3.1 GHz depending on model Max TDP: 165W to 270W per processor Security: Intel Software Guard Extensions (SGX) support	Supported CPUs: Up to two 5th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors (up to 32 cores/socket) Also supports: 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors (up to 32 cores/socket) TDP: Up to 250 W per processor
Memory (RAM)	Type: DDR4 HPE SmartMemory (RDIMM / LRDIMM) and Intel Persistent Memory 200 Series DIMM Slots: 32 total (16 per socket, 8 channels per socket) Maximum Capacity: Up to 8.0 TB (32 × 256 GB LRDIMM @ 3200 MT/s) Up to 4.0 TB (32 × 64 GB RDIMM @ 3200 MT/s) Up to 6.0 TB per socket with Intel Optane Persistent Memory (not compatible with SGX) Memory Speed: Up to 3200 MT/s (depending on CPU and memory type)	Memory Type: DDR5 RDIMM ECC DIMM Slots: 16 slots total Max Capacity: Up to 1.5 TB Speed: Up to 5200 MT/s
Storage	Front Drive Bays: 8 × SFF standard Optional expansion to 12 × SFF (via +2 SFF mid tray) Optional 4 × LFF variant Rear/Mid Tray Options: Up to 6 × SFF rear or 8 × SFF mid tray Supported Types: SAS, SATA, NVMe (U.2 / U.3) via tri mode controllers Boot Options: Slot less HW RAID protected M.2 boot solution (NS204i r)	Drive Bay Options: Up to 4 × 3.5 SAS/SATA (max ~96 TB) Up to 8 × 2.5 SAS/SATA/NVMe (max ~122.9 TB) Up to 10 × 2.5 SAS/SATA/NVMe (max ~153.6 TB) Rear Bays: Up to 2 × 2.5 SAS/SATA/NVMe (~15.2 TB) Controllers: PERC H965i, H755, H755N, H355, HBA355i, HBA465i; BOSS N1 dual M.2 boot; Software RAID S160
Expansion / Connectivity	PCIe Slots: Up to 9 × PCIe Gen4 slots across risers (primary, secondary, tertiary configurations) OCP Slot: 1 × OCP 3.0 x16 mezzanine slot for networking or storage options (up to 200GbE)	PCIe Slots: CPU/config dependent; up to 2 (1 CPU) or 3 (2 CPU) slots, Gen4/Gen5 mix x16/x8 Networking: Embedded dual 1 GbE LOM; optional OCP 3.0 mezzanine slot (10/25 GbE options)
Redundancy & Reliability	Power Supplies: Redundant hot plug Flex Slot Platinum (e.g., 800W; required high-performance PSU for high-TDP CPU/NVMe/GPU configs) Cooling: Standard 5 hot-plug fans (up to 7 fans with high-performance kit for dual CPU/ NVMe/GPU setups) Chassis Intrusion Detection: Available as an option	Power Supplies: Hot plug redundant PSUs (600W–1800W AC/DC Titanium/Platinum options) Cooling: Up to 7 hot swap fans; standard and high performance cooling configurations
Operating System Support	Microsoft Windows Server 2019 / 2022 Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) VMware ESXi 7.x and 8.x Other: Ubuntu, Oracle Linux, Citrix XenServer	Microsoft Windows Server with Hyper V Red Hat Enterprise Linux SUSE Linux Enterprise Server VMware ESXi / vSAN Canonical Ubuntu Server LTS
Security Features	Silicon Root of Trust: Validates firmware and processor identity Secure Boot & Secure Erase: Enforces verified system startup and safe decommissioning Optional TPM 2.0 & Chassis Intrusion: Available as FIO options	Cryptographically signed firmware and Silicon based Root of Trust Secure Boot, Secure Erase, System Lockdown (requires iDRAC9 Enterprise or Datacenter) TPM 2.0 (FIPS, CC TCG certified)
Management & Monitoring	Integrated Lights-Out (iLO 5): Remote console, firmware updates, monitoring, health alerts Management Tools: HPE InfoSight, HPE OneView, Intelligent Provisioning API Support: RESTful API, Redfish, SNMP v3, IPMI 2.0	iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller, iDRAC Direct USB port RESTful Redfish API; iDRAC Service Module Tools: Dell OpenManage Enterprise, CloudIQ, integrations with VMware, Microsoft, Ansible, Terraform
Warranty & Support	Standard Warranty: 3-Year Parts, 3-Year Labor, 3-Year Onsite (Next Business Day) Optional Services: HPE Pointnext Tech Care, Foundation Care, Proactive Care	Standard Warranty: 3-Year Dell Basic Hardware Warranty Recommended Support: Dell ProSupport or ProSupport Plus with Onsite Service options (extendable up to 5 years)

Key Features Comparison

Optimized Performance in a Compact Design

Powered by 3rd Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors, the DL360 Gen10 Plus delivers impressive performance in a 1U rack form, ideal for high-demand applications with limited space.

Scalable Storage and Flexibility

Supports a variety of storage options, including SATA, SAS, and NVMe SSDs, to accommodate diverse data storage requirements, enabling adaptable configurations for growth.

Advanced Security with Silicon Root of Trust

HPE’s Silicon Root of Trust ensures secure boot and protects against firmware threats, providing robust security for sensitive business operations.

Enhanced Connectivity and Expansion Options

Features PCIe Gen4 slots for faster connectivity and scalability, facilitating the addition of advanced network and storage components.

Energy Efficient Operations

Designed to balance high performance with energy efficiency, reducing overall operational costs and supporting sustainability goals.

Reliable Redundancy

Equipped with redundant power supplies and fans, ensuring high reliability and minimizing downtime, which is essential for mission-critical applications.

Compact 1U Dual-Socket Design

Optimized for performance in space-constrained environments, offering a perfect blend of density and capability.

Supports up to two processors with advanced performance for data-intensive workloads.

High-Speed DDR5 Memory

Up to 16 DDR5 DIMMs delivering faster data access and improved efficiency for demanding applications.

PCIe Gen5 Support

Enhanced bandwidth for modern networking, storage, and accelerator needs.

Flexible Storage Options

Supports a variety of SAS/SATA/NVMe configurations to meet diverse storage requirements.

Built-In Security and Management

Includes Dell OpenManage and cyber-resilient architecture for secure and simplified system management.

HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 Plus Server vs Dell PowerEdge R660xs Rack Server : Which should I choose?

Choosing the right server is a critical decision for any business, and comparing HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 Plus Server and Dell PowerEdge R660xs Rack Server gives you clear insights into which solution aligns best with your IT requirements. These servers are built for high performance, but they may differ in areas such as processor capacity, memory, storage, and scalability, making a side-by-side comparison easy.

This direct comparison helps you quickly identify the strengths and limitations of each server, which helps you determine which model best supports your workloads, applications, and long-term IT goals. By evaluating them together, you can make a smarter investment that ensures reliability and efficiency for your business.

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