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Dell PowerEdge R640 1U rack server front view with bezel and eight 2.5-inch drive bays

DELL

DELL PowerEdge R640 44-Core 2x Xeon Gold 6152 256GB DDR4 rack server

SKU CH-AN19-JRCZR

A 1U rack server with dual Xeon Gold 6152 CPUs delivering 44 cores at 2.10 GHz, 256 GB DDR4 memory, eight 2.5-inch drive bays and integrated graphics, supplied with rails and bezel

  • ProcessorGold 6152
  • Installed RAM256 GB
  • Processor core count22
  • Operating systemNo
  • Type of memoryDDR4
  • Processor socketLGA3647
  • 44 cores from dual Xeon Gold 6152 CPUs handle heavy virtualization workloads
  • 256 GB DDR4 memory supports many simultaneous virtual machines and databases
  • Eight 2.5-inch drive bays let you choose capacity and drive type for storage needs
  • Includes rack rails and front bezel for immediate rack-ready deployment
  • New condition server tested and configured with BIOS setup and diagnostics

Purpose-built server

The Dell PowerEdge R640 is a 1U rack-mount server designed for business workloads such as virtualization, databases, file storage and application hosting. Two Intel Xeon Gold 6152 processors deliver 44 cores running at 2.10GHz for multi-threaded performance. It suits IT teams who need dense compute in a standard rack footprint.

Thermals and power

Dual-processor Xeon systems draw significant power and generate steady heat under sustained loads. The 1U chassis relies on high-speed internal fans to move air across both CPUs and the 256GB DDR4 memory population. Expect noticeable fan noise in a typical server room; plan adequate rack airflow and cooling capacity accordingly.

Memory ceiling

Installed memory is 256GB DDR4 across the available slots, while the platform supports up to 3TB maximum capacity. Buyers who need more memory headroom for large virtual-machine fleets or in-memory databases must budget for additional DDR4 modules. Storage drives are not included, so drive count and type remain an open decision.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Rack & Tower Servers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $1,513.99
Cheaper than about 59% of the 17,641 comparable items (median $1,910.99).
Installed RAM 256 GB
Higher than about 60% of the 15,103 comparable items (median 128 GB).
Processor core count 22
Higher than about 85% of the 7,955 comparable items (median 16).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product typeWorkstation
Processor
ProcessorGold 6152
Processor core count22
Processor socketLGA3647
Processor speed2.1 GHz
Installed CPUs2
Max supported CPUs2
Memory
Installed RAM256 GB
Type of memoryDDR4
Maximum RAM capacity3 TB
Storage
Drive bays8B - 8x 2.5 in
Graphics
Graphics chipIntegrated
Software
Operating systemNo
More details
Indicator lightsPower, Ethernet, USB

Questions about this item

How do I install the server into a rack, and which step is often missed?

Attach the included rails to the rack first, then slide the chassis in and secure the front bezel; the step often missed is fastening the bezel latches, which keeps the unit from shifting under vibration.

What maintenance or replacement will the server need later?

The eight 2.5-inch drive bays are empty, so you will add storage drives that match your capacity and performance needs; beyond that, the DDR4 memory and dual Xeon Gold 6152 processors are fixed for the life of the unit.

What limit appears first when all 44 cores run at 2.10GHz for extended periods?

The compact airflow path forces the fans to ramp up quickly, and sustained full-core load will hit the thermal ceiling before any other resource constraint.

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