Gigabyte R163-S32 1U Server vs Gigabyte R183-S92 1U Server
Buy the R183-S92 if you need a server that runs out of the box: it ships with two 12-core Intel CPUs, 32GB of DDR5, a 960GB SSD and RAID support. Buy the R163-S32 only if you already have a supported single Intel CPU, DDR5 memory and drives, since it ships with no CPU, no RAM and no HDD. No prices were provided for either unit, so compare current store prices on this page before deciding.
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Gigabyte R163-S32 1U Server
Gigabyte R163-S32 Server
Choose the R163-S32 if you want a barebone 1U chassis with 12 hot-swap NVMe/SATA/SAS bays and plan to supply your own single CPU, memory and drives.
Pros
- 12 hot-swap 2.5" bays accept NVMe, SATA and SAS drives
- Redundant 1300W power supply
- Shallower 27.95 in chassis fits tighter racks
- 256GB DDR5 maximum leaves room to scale memory later
Cons
What separates them
| Gigabyte R163-S32 1U Server | Gigabyte R183-S92 1U Server | |
|---|---|---|
| CPU configuration | No CPU installed; one socket, 1-way max | Two Intel processors installed, 12 cores each, 2.4-4.1GHz turbo |
| Installed memory | 0GB installed, 256GB max DDR5 | 32GB installed DDR5 at 4800MT/s |
| Storage included | No HDD; 480GB SSD capacity listed | 960GB SSD included |
| RAID support | SATA/SAS/NVMe controller, no RAID levels listed | RAID 0, 1, 10 and 5 |
| Drive bays | 12 x hot-swap 2.5" NVMe/SATA/SAS | 12 x 2.5" NVMe/SATA/SAS, hot-swap |
| Power supply | 1300W redundant | 1600W redundant |
| Networking | Gigabit Ethernet LAN, USB 3.2 Gen 1, Mini DisplayPort | 2 x 1GbLAN |
Price history
- Gigabyte R163-S32 1U Server: lowest $2,745.19 on Nov 1 at industrial automation parts.
- Gigabyte R183-S92 1U Server: lowest $2,692.00 on Nov 2 at DirectDial.
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Specs compared
| Spec | Gigabyte R163-S32 1U Server | Gigabyte R183-S92 1U Server |
|---|---|---|
| Number Of Processors | Max CPU Qty: 1, 1-way | 2 |
| Processor Brand | Intel | Intel |
| Hard Drive Capacity | No HDD | No HDD |
| Drive Bays | 12 x hot-swap 2.5" | 12x 2.5" NVMe/SATA/SAS |
| SSD Capacity | 480GB | 960GB |
| Storage Type | No HDD | SSD |
| Storage Controller | 1 x SATA/SAS/NVMe | NVMe/SATA/SAS |
| Ports And Interfaces | LAN (Gigabit Ethernet), Mini DisplayPort, USB 3… | 2 x 1GbLAN |
| Network | Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet | 1GbLAN |
| Installed RAM |
Questions and answers
- Which is better for virtualization?
- The R183-S92, because it ships with two 12-core CPUs and 32GB RAM. The R163-S32 needs a CPU and memory bought separately before it can run anything.
- Which has more storage out of the box?
- The R183-S92 includes a 960GB SSD. The R163-S32 ships with no HDD, so you supply drives for its 12 bays.
- Is the R163-S32 worth it if I already have parts?
- Possibly. If you already own a supported Intel CPU, DDR5 memory and drives, the barebone chassis with redundant 1300W power can be cheaper than a fully loaded unit. Compare its current price against the R183-S92 here.
- Which is easier to fit in a rack?
- The R163-S32 lists a 27.95 in chassis depth. The R183-S92 listing gives shipping dimensions only, so confirm its chassis depth before ordering.
- Do both support NVMe drives?
- Yes. Both list 12 hot-swap 2.5" bays supporting NVMe, SATA and SAS.
- Which has better redundancy?
- Both have redundant power supplies. The R183-S92 adds RAID 1, 10 and 5, which protects data if a drive fails; the R163-S32 lists no RAID levels.