Alternative to MW381: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the MW381 (MW381 - Dell PERC 5/I SAS PCI-Express RAID Controller for PowerEdge 1950/2950) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar Dell 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 MW381
| SKU | MW381 |
|---|---|
| Product | MW381 - Dell PERC 5/I SAS PCI-Express RAID Controller for PowerEdge 1950/2950 |
| Current price | $110.80 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View MW381 › |
Alternatives to MW381
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.
0M8K48 - Dell PERC 6I/R PERC S300 SAS PCI-Express RAID Controller for PowerEdge T410 / R510
SKU: 0M8K48
Price: $85.82
M8K48 - Dell PERC 6I/R PERC S300 SAS PCI-Express RAID Controller for PowerEdge T410 / R510
SKU: M8K48
Price: $85.82
342-0749 - Dell PERC H200 MODULAR 6GB/s PCI-Express 2.0 X8 SAS PowerEdge RAID Controller for Dell PowerEdge M610/M610X/M910/M915
SKU: 342-0749
Price: $82.42
UCS-61 - Dell PERC 6/IR PCI-Express SAS/SATA RAID Controller for PowerEdge 2950
SKU: UCS-61
Price: $47.37
405-AAEU - Dell PERC H730 12Gb/S SAS PCI-Express 3.0 X8 PowerEdge RAID Controller
SKU: 405-AAEU
Price: $47.37
39H7H - Dell PERC H700 SAS 6Gb/s PCI-Express 2.0 Integrated RAID Controller with 1GB Cache for PowerEdge
SKU: 39H7H
Price: $61.05
DTYH0 - Dell PERC H700 SAS 6Gb/s PCI-Express 2.0 Integrated RAID Controller with 1GB Cache for PowerEdge
SKU: DTYH0
Price: $68.42
342-1571 - Dell Perc H700 6GB PCI-Express 2.0 SAS Integrated Raid Controller With 1GB Cache for PowerEdge
SKU: 342-1571
Price: $68.42
YK838 - Dell PERC 6/IR SAS / SATA PCI-Express RAID Controller for PowerEdge 1950 / 2950
SKU: YK838
Price: $73.68
TU005 - Dell PERC 5/I SAS PCI-Express RAID Controller with 256MB Cache for PowerEdge 1950
SKU: TU005
Price: $73.68
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.