HPSpec score 9.3
PCIe 4.0, 12Gb/s, RAID
+PCIe 4.0 interface for faster host connection
+12Gb/s SAS support for fast drive links
+8GB cache for buffered RAID operations
$899.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:05 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score9.3
Pros+PCIe 4.0 interface for faster host connection
+12Gb/s SAS support for fast drive links
+8GB cache for buffered RAID operations
+RAID support for array-based storage
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+12Gb/s: the highest sas speed of the 357 here
+PCIe 4.0: only 3 of 309 here have a higher pcie
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ElfjmzpSpec score 8.2
4 Drive ports, PCIe 4.0, RAID
+Adapter for four M.2 NVMe SSDs in one slot
+Uses the PCIe 4.0 interface for fast host connection
+Supports PCIe bifurcation for multiple drives
−Only four ports, fewer than most SATA expansion cards
$22.98-8%List: $24.97
as of 11/04/2026 04:05 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.2
Pros+Adapter for four M.2 NVMe SSDs in one slot
+Uses the PCIe 4.0 interface for fast host connection
+Supports PCIe bifurcation for multiple drives
+Full x16 slot connection for high bandwidth
Cons−Only four ports, fewer than most SATA expansion cards
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+PCIe 4.0: only 3 of 309 here have a higher pcie
−4 drive ports: 422 of the 528 here have more drive ports
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
LSI LogicSpec score 9.1
24 Drive ports, PCIe 3.0, 12Gb/s, RAID
+24 internal ports for large drive arrays
+12Gb/s SAS and SATA connectivity
+PCIe 3.0 interface for standard server slots
−Requires a PCIe 3.0 slot for full performance
$900.00
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsKnjcsvhghSpec score 9.0
16 Drive ports, 12Gb/s, RAID, Internal
+16 internal ports for many drives
+RAID 5 support for drive redundancy
+12Gb/s SAS support for fast drive connections
−Lacks IT mode for pass-through to ZFS setups
$256.25
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score9.0
Pros+16 internal ports for many drives
+RAID 5 support for drive redundancy
+12Gb/s SAS support for fast drive connections
Cons−Lacks IT mode for pass-through to ZFS setups
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+12Gb/s: the highest sas speed of the 357 here
+16 drive ports: only 39 of 528 here have more drive ports
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
HPSpec score 9.0
PCIe 3.0, 12Gb/s, RAID
+12Gb/s SAS interface for faster drive links
+PCIe 3.0 x8 plug-in card for modern servers
+RAID support for mirrored or striped drive sets
−External port design requires an external enclosure
$270.00
as of 11/04/2026 02:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score9.0
Pros+12Gb/s SAS interface for faster drive links
+PCIe 3.0 x8 plug-in card for modern servers
+RAID support for mirrored or striped drive sets
Cons−External port design requires an external enclosure
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+12Gb/s: the highest sas speed of the 357 here
+PCIe 3.0: only 44 of 309 here have a higher pcie
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
AkpzkyywnSpec score 8.8
24 Drive ports, PCIe 3.0, RAID, Internal
+24 internal ports for large drive arrays
+PCIe 3.0 interface for higher bandwidth
+4G cache on board for RAID operations
−Uses RAID mode rather than pass-through HBA operation
$2,453.44
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.8
Pros+24 internal ports for large drive arrays
+PCIe 3.0 interface for higher bandwidth
+4G cache on board for RAID operations
Cons−Uses RAID mode rather than pass-through HBA operation
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+24 drive ports: only 1 of 528 here have more drive ports
+PCIe 3.0: only 44 of 309 here have a higher pcie
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
GenericSpec score 8.7
16 Drive ports, PCIe 4.0, RAID, Internal
+16 internal ports for large drive arrays
+Tri-mode support for SATA, SAS, and NVMe drives
+PCIe 4.0 interface for higher bus bandwidth
−Requires a PCIe 4.0 slot to reach full bandwidth
$4,399.00
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsBroadcomSpec score 8.6
8 Drive ports, PCIe 3.0, 12Gb/s, RAID
+8 internal channels for eight drives
+12Gb/s SAS and 6Gb/s SATA support
+Low profile form factor fits compact chassis
−Lower 1200 MBps throughput than newer models
$183.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:05 PST - DetailsKnjcsvhghSpec score 8.6
8 Drive ports, 12Gb/s, RAID, Internal
+Internal 8-port layout for connecting multiple drives
+12Gb/s SAS speed for faster drive connections
+Includes a 12GB cache for write performance
−Internal ports only, no external connection option
$780.62
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.6
Pros+Internal 8-port layout for connecting multiple drives
+12Gb/s SAS speed for faster drive connections
+Includes a 12GB cache for write performance
+Cache backed by a battery backup unit
Cons−Internal ports only, no external connection option
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+12Gb/s: the highest sas speed of the 357 here
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KnjcsvhghSpec score 9.0
16 Drive ports, 12Gb/s, RAID, Internal
+2GB cache for faster RAID read and write operations
+16 internal ports for multiple drives
+12Gb/s SAS support for fast drive connections
−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
$1,526.60
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score9.0
Pros+2GB cache for faster RAID read and write operations
+16 internal ports for multiple drives
+12Gb/s SAS support for fast drive connections
Cons−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+12Gb/s: the highest sas speed of the 357 here
+16 drive ports: only 39 of 528 here have more drive ports
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
BfqtxlavkSpec score 9.0
16 Drive ports, 12Gb/s, RAID, Internal
+2GB cache for faster RAID read and write operations
+16 internal ports for multiple drives
+12Gb/s SAS support for fast drive connections
−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
$1,526.60
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score9.0
Pros+2GB cache for faster RAID read and write operations
+16 internal ports for multiple drives
+12Gb/s SAS support for fast drive connections
Cons−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+12Gb/s: the highest sas speed of the 357 here
+16 drive ports: only 39 of 528 here have more drive ports
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
YrwygcgwySpec score 9.0
16 Drive ports, 12Gb/s, RAID, Internal
+2GB cache for faster RAID read and write operations
+16 internal ports for multiple drives
+12Gb/s SAS support for fast drive connections
−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
$1,526.60
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score9.0
Pros+2GB cache for faster RAID read and write operations
+16 internal ports for multiple drives
+12Gb/s SAS support for fast drive connections
Cons−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+12Gb/s: the highest sas speed of the 357 here
+16 drive ports: only 39 of 528 here have more drive ports
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
KnjcsvhghSpec score 9.0
16 Drive ports, 12Gb/s, RAID, Internal
+16 internal ports for many drives
+4GB cache memory for faster caching
+Tri-mode support for SAS, SATA, and NVMe
−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
$1,797.37
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score9.0
Pros+16 internal ports for many drives
+4GB cache memory for faster caching
+Tri-mode support for SAS, SATA, and NVMe
+Includes battery backup unit
+12Gb/s SAS speed supports fast drives
Cons−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+12Gb/s: the highest sas speed of the 357 here
+16 drive ports: only 39 of 528 here have more drive ports
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
YrwygcgwySpec score 9.0
16 Drive ports, 12Gb/s, RAID, Internal
+16 internal ports for many drives
+4GB cache memory for faster caching
+Tri-mode support for SAS, SATA, and NVMe
−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
$1,685.75
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score9.0
Pros+16 internal ports for many drives
+4GB cache memory for faster caching
+Tri-mode support for SAS, SATA, and NVMe
+12Gb/s SAS speed supports fast drives
Cons−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+12Gb/s: the highest sas speed of the 357 here
+16 drive ports: only 39 of 528 here have more drive ports
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
BfqtxlavkSpec score 9.0
16 Drive ports, 12Gb/s, RAID, Internal
+16 internal ports for many drives
+4GB cache memory for faster caching
+Tri-mode support for SAS, SATA, and NVMe
−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
$1,765.48
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score9.0
Pros+16 internal ports for many drives
+4GB cache memory for faster caching
+Tri-mode support for SAS, SATA, and NVMe
+Includes battery backup unit
+12Gb/s SAS speed supports fast drives
Cons−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+12Gb/s: the highest sas speed of the 357 here
+16 drive ports: only 39 of 528 here have more drive ports
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
SupermicroSpec score 9.0
PCIe 3.0, 12Gb/s, RAID
+Eight channels for connecting multiple drives
+Supports both 12Gb/s SAS and 6Gb/s SATA
+Low profile form factor for compact builds
−Low profile form factor limits fit in full-height chassis
$99.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:05 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score9.0
Pros+Eight channels for connecting multiple drives
+Supports both 12Gb/s SAS and 6Gb/s SATA
+Low profile form factor for compact builds
+PCIe 3.0 interface for the host connection
Cons−Low profile form factor limits fit in full-height chassis
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+12Gb/s: the highest sas speed of the 357 here
+PCIe 3.0: only 44 of 309 here have a higher pcie
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) EdsjtzrsqSpec score 8.8
24 Drive ports, PCIe 3.0, RAID, Internal
+24 internal ports for large drive arrays
+PCIe 3.0 interface for higher bandwidth
+4G cache on board for RAID operations
−Uses RAID mode rather than pass-through HBA operation
$2,465.83
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.8
Pros+24 internal ports for large drive arrays
+PCIe 3.0 interface for higher bandwidth
+4G cache on board for RAID operations
Cons−Uses RAID mode rather than pass-through HBA operation
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+24 drive ports: only 1 of 528 here have more drive ports
+PCIe 3.0: only 44 of 309 here have a higher pcie
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
BgphqlhodSpec score 8.8
24 Drive ports, PCIe 3.0, RAID, Internal
+24 internal ports for large drive arrays
+PCIe 3.0 interface for higher bandwidth
+4G cache on board for RAID operations
−Uses RAID mode rather than pass-through HBA operation
$2,453.44
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.8
Pros+24 internal ports for large drive arrays
+PCIe 3.0 interface for higher bandwidth
+4G cache on board for RAID operations
Cons−Uses RAID mode rather than pass-through HBA operation
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+24 drive ports: only 1 of 528 here have more drive ports
+PCIe 3.0: only 44 of 309 here have a higher pcie
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
GenericSpec score 8.6
8 Drive ports, 12Gb/s, RAID, External
+12Gb/s SAS speed
+8 external ports for expansion enclosures
+PCIe 3.0 x8 interface
−External ports only, no internal connection
$149.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:05 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.6
Pros+12Gb/s SAS speed
+8 external ports for expansion enclosures
+PCIe 3.0 x8 interface
+RAID controller function
Cons−External ports only, no internal connection
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+12Gb/s: the highest sas speed of the 357 here
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
HPSpec score 8.6
8 Drive ports, PCIe 3.0, 12Gb/s, RAID
+8 ports for connecting many drives
+12Gb/s SAS interface for faster drive links
+PCIe 3.0 interface for server connectivity
−Modular design fits only compatible HPE servers
$84.00
as of 11/04/2026 05:08 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.6
Pros+8 ports for connecting many drives
+12Gb/s SAS interface for faster drive links
+PCIe 3.0 interface for server connectivity
+RAID support for mirrored or striped drive sets
Cons−Modular design fits only compatible HPE servers
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+12Gb/s: the highest sas speed of the 357 here
+PCIe 3.0: only 44 of 309 here have a higher pcie
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
AdaptecSpec score 8.5
16 Drive ports, PCIe 3.0, RAID
+Supports 16 ports for many connected drives
+PCIe 3.0 interface for a modern motherboard slot
+Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50 and 60 levels
−Uses a PCIe 3.0 x8 slot, which takes up a large slot
$55.00
as of 11/04/2026 05:06 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.5
Pros+Supports 16 ports for many connected drives
+PCIe 3.0 interface for a modern motherboard slot
+Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50 and 60 levels
Cons−Uses a PCIe 3.0 x8 slot, which takes up a large slot
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+16 drive ports: only 39 of 528 here have more drive ports
+PCIe 3.0: only 44 of 309 here have a higher pcie
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) LSI LogicSpec score 8.1
8 Drive ports, PCIe 3.0, RAID, Internal
+RAID support for drive redundancy and array configurations
+Eight internal ports for multiple drive connections
+PCIe 3.0 x8 interface for current motherboard slots
−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
$199.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:05 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.1
Pros+RAID support for drive redundancy and array configurations
+Eight internal ports for multiple drive connections
+PCIe 3.0 x8 interface for current motherboard slots
Cons−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+PCIe 3.0: only 44 of 309 here have a higher pcie
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) LSI LogicSpec score 8.1
8 Drive ports, PCIe 3.0, RAID, Internal
+RAID support for drive redundancy and array configurations
+Eight internal ports for multiple drive connections
+PCIe 3.0 x8 interface for current motherboard slots
−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
$350.00
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.1
Pros+RAID support for drive redundancy and array configurations
+Eight internal ports for multiple drive connections
+PCIe 3.0 x8 interface for current motherboard slots
Cons−Internal ports only, no external connectivity
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page+PCIe 3.0: only 44 of 309 here have a higher pcie
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) EbtoolsSpec score 8.1
PCIe 2.0, 6Gb/s, RAID
+RAID controller with 6Gb/s SATA/SAS interface
+Uses PCIe x8 slot connection
+Supports RAID array configurations
−Older PCIe 2.0 bus limits maximum throughput
$35.22
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.1
Pros+RAID controller with 6Gb/s SATA/SAS interface
+Uses PCIe x8 slot connection
+Supports RAID array configurations
Cons−Older PCIe 2.0 bus limits maximum throughput
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page−PCIe 2.0: 256 of the 309 here have a higher pcie
−6Gb/s: 230 of the 357 here have a higher sas speed
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
LSI LogicSpec score 8.0
8 Drive ports, PCIe 2.0, 6Gb/s, RAID
+RAID support for drive redundancy and array configurations
+1GB DDR3 cache for buffered write performance
+Eight internal ports for multiple drive connections
−PCIe 2.0 interface is older than PCIe 3.0 cards
$47.99
as of 11/04/2026 04:05 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.0
Pros+RAID support for drive redundancy and array configurations
+1GB DDR3 cache for buffered write performance
+Eight internal ports for multiple drive connections
Cons−PCIe 2.0 interface is older than PCIe 3.0 cards
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page−PCIe 2.0: 256 of the 309 here have a higher pcie
−6Gb/s: 230 of the 357 here have a higher sas speed
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
Oumij1Spec score 8.0
8 Drive ports, PCIe 2.0, 6Gb/s, RAID
+Eight internal ports for many drives
+RAID controller with 6Gb/s SAS support
+PCIe x8 interface for expansion
−PCIe 2.0 interface, older than current standards
$40.54
as of 11/04/2026 05:06 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.0
Pros+Eight internal ports for many drives
+RAID controller with 6Gb/s SAS support
+PCIe x8 interface for expansion
Cons−PCIe 2.0 interface, older than current standards
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page−PCIe 2.0: 256 of the 309 here have a higher pcie
−6Gb/s: 230 of the 357 here have a higher sas speed
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
LSI LogicSpec score 7.8
4 Drive ports, 6Gb/s, RAID, Internal
+Four internal ports for a small drive array
+PCIe interface for installation in a standard slot
+RAID adapter for drive redundancy and striping
−Only four ports limits drive count
$68.00
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.8
Pros+Four internal ports for a small drive array
+PCIe interface for installation in a standard slot
+RAID adapter for drive redundancy and striping
Cons−Only four ports limits drive count
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page−4 drive ports: 422 of the 528 here have more drive ports
−6Gb/s: 230 of the 357 here have a higher sas speed
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
ZunateSpec score 7.8
4 Drive ports, 6Gb/s, RAID
+1GB cache for buffering array write operations
+Four ports suited to small RAID arrays
+6Gb/s SAS speed for SAS and SATA drives
−Only four ports limits the number of drives
$37.99
as of 11/04/2026 04:05 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.8
Pros+1GB cache for buffering array write operations
+Four ports suited to small RAID arrays
+6Gb/s SAS speed for SAS and SATA drives
+RAID capability for array redundancy
Cons−Only four ports limits the number of drives
Compared with the 137 RAID and HBA Cards on this page−4 drive ports: 422 of the 528 here have more drive ports
−6Gb/s: 230 of the 357 here have a higher sas speed
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