Alternative to 44R9972: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 44R9972 (44R9972 - IBM MelLANox Single Port 4X DDR IB PCI Express HCA Network Adapter) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar IBM parts that offer comparable performance at different price points. Each option below is in-stock, US-warehoused, and tested-and-certified before ship. Bulk pricing is available on quantities of 5+; B2B procurement can use Net 30 with PO.
About the 44R9972
| SKU | 44R9972 |
|---|---|
| Product | 44R9972 - IBM MelLANox Single Port 4X DDR IB PCI Express HCA Network Adapter |
| Current price | $73.68 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 44R9972 › |
Alternatives to 44R9972
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
46M2201 - IBM Mellanox Connectx Dual-Port 4x Qdr Ib x8 PCI-E 2.0 HCA Network Adapter
SKU: 46M2201
Price: $358.93
95Y3457 - IBM ConnectX-3 VPI Dual Port QSFP QDR/FDR10/10Gigabit HCA by Mellanox
SKU: 95Y3457
Price: $160.00
40K8755 - IBM Voltaire InfiniBand Host Channel Adapter (HCA) PCI Express Card
SKU: 40K8755
Price: $262.21
44R8728 - IBM Mellanox ConnectX Dual-Port PCI-Express 2.0 4X DDR InfiniBand Host Channel Adapter
SKU: 44R8728
Price: $73.68
44R8723 - IBM Mellanox ConnectX 20Gb/s Infiniband Dual 4X IB DDR-Port PCI Express 2.0 X8 Adapter
SKU: 44R8723
Price: $253.63
How we pick alternatives
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Spec parity — capacity, speed, port count, and form factor matched within a 10% tolerance
- Price spread — alternatives shown across the price range, so you can pick on budget
- Brand mix — both OEM-equivalent and trusted aftermarket, all certified
- Reliability data — preferred parts have failure rates below 1% in our 18-month return tracking
- In stock today — shipping today, not 4-6 weeks from now
Want a side-by-side spec comparison?
We can prepare a written comparison covering throughput, power draw, form factor and validated compatibility. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com or call +1 (407) 205-8454 — most quotes ship within 4 business hours.