Dell PowerEdge R630 Server | 2x E5-2650 V3 = 20 Cores | 16GB | H330 | 2x Trays
Bottom line: The Dell PowerEdge R630 Server is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the lan-party gear category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
PERC H330 HBA. Dell PowerEdge 14th Gen. Dell PowerEdge 13th Gen. Dell PowerEdge 12th Gen. Dell PowerEdge 11th Gen. This Dell PowerEdge R630 is in good, clean condition. The server may have scratches due to palletizing and racking.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Dell PowerEdge R630 Server using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the lan-party gear category. Dell's lan-party gear lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for lan-party gear of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| cpu | 2x Intel Xeon E5-2650 v3 |
|---|---|
| ram_gb | 16 |
| cpu_cores_total | 20 |
| raid_controller | PERC H330 |
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