Alternative to PF5DX: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the PF5DX (Dell PF5DX Intel E810-CQDA2 2-Ports 100Gb/s QSFP28 PCI Express 4.0 x16 Network Adapter) 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 PF5DX
| SKU | PF5DX |
|---|---|
| Product | Dell PF5DX Intel E810-CQDA2 2-Ports 100Gb/s QSFP28 PCI Express 4.0 x16 Network Adapter |
| Current price | $889.47 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View PF5DX › |
Alternatives to PF5DX
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.
Dell FJ96K Intel E810 2-Ports 100Gb/s QSFP28 PCI Express 4.0 x16 Plug-in Card Low Profile Network Adapter
SKU: FJ96K
Price: $889.47
Dell Dell HWTYK Dell 0HWTYK / HWTYK Mellanox ConnectX-4 2-Ports 100Gb/s QSFP28 PCI Express 3.0 x16 Plug-in Card Network Adapter
SKU: DELL HWTYK
Price: $434.21
Dell Dell HXXTN Dell HXXTN E810 2-Ports 100Gb/s PCI Express 4.0 x16 QSFP28 Network Adapter
SKU: DELL HXXTN
Price: $809.21
Mellanox AB262415 ConnectX-6 Dell Dx MCX623106AN-CDAT 2-Ports 100Gb/s QSFP56 PCI Express 4.0 x16 Plug-in Card Network Adapter
SKU: AB262415
Price: $1,784.21
430-4442 - Dell Intel Server Adapter PCI-Express 2.0 X4 - 4 Ports Network Adapter
SKU: 430-4442
Price: $308.87
Dell 540-BBUK 57416 2 x Ports 1000Base-T + 2 x Ports 10GbE RJ-45 PCI-Express Network Adapter
SKU: 540-BBUK
Price: $110.53
Dell Dell XFGHY Dell 0XFGHY / XFGHY Intel I350-T4 4 x Ports 1000Base-T PCI Express 2.1 x4 Full Height Gigabit Ethernet Server Network Adapter Card
SKU: DELL XFGHY
Price: $223.68
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.