Best NVIDIA GPUs for HPE ProLiant Servers
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- Mar 29
- 4 min read
Updated: Oct 2
HPE ProLiant servers are widely used in enterprise environments, and many organizations are looking to add compatible NVIDIA GPUs to improve performance. Whether you're considering purchasing a complete HPE ProLiant server with NVIDIA GPUs or upgrading your existing setup, knowing which GPUs are compatible can be challenging.
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In this article, we'll guide you through the best NVIDIA GPU options for your HPE ProLiant servers.
HPE ProLiant DL360 GPU Server Series
HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 GPU Servers
Key Features:
✅ Supports 1 low-profile GPU
✅ Best for VDI environments and lightweight inference workloads
Supported GPUs:
NVIDIA A16 64GB – High-density VDI
NVIDIA T4 16GB – Low-power inference (PCIe Gen3)
NVIDIA P4 8GB – Ultra-low power inference (legacy)
Important Considerations:
Requires a GPU enablement kit
High-performance fans necessary for cooling in 1U
HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10+ GPU Servers
Key Features:
✅ Supports 2 low-profile GPUs
✅ PCIe Gen4 for better bandwidth
✅ Great for VDI, inference, and light AI tasks
Supported GPUs:
NVIDIA A2 16GB – Efficient AI inference
NVIDIA A16 64GB – High-density VDI
NVIDIA T4 16GB – Low-power inference (PCIe Gen3)
Important Considerations:
GPUs over 75W require:
Power cable kit
Upgraded fans
HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen11 GPU Servers
Key Features:
✅ Supports 2 low-profile GPUs
✅ PCIe Gen5 for higher bandwidth
✅ Ideal for inference, VDI, and creative workloads
Supported GPUs:
NVIDIA L4 24GB – AI inference & video analytics
NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada – Creative workstation graphics
NVIDIA A16 64GB – High-density VDI
Important Considerations:
Enhanced cooling and power cables required for GPUs >75W
HPE ProLiant DL380 GPU Server Series
HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 GPU Servers
Key Features:
✅ Supports up to 2 full-height GPUs
✅ Suitable for inference, visualization, and VDI
Supported GPUs:
NVIDIA A10 24GB – Virtual workstations & AI
NVIDIA A30 24GB – AI inference & training
NVIDIA A40 48GB – Rendering & visualization
NVIDIA A16 64GB – High-density VDI
NVIDIA T4 16GB – Low-power inference
NVIDIA V100 32GB – HPC & AI (Gen3)
Limitations:
A100 not supported (Gen3 bus limit)
Important Considerations:
GPUs >150W require:
Power cables
GPU enablement kit
HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10+ GPU Servers
Key Features:
✅ Supports up to 3 full-height GPUs
✅ Strong for AI training, graphics, VDI
Supported GPUs:
NVIDIA A2 16GB – Efficient AI inference
NVIDIA A10 24GB – Virtual workstations & AI
NVIDIA A30 24GB – AI inference & training
NVIDIA A40 48GB – Rendering & visualization
NVIDIA A100 80GB – AI training & HPC
Important Considerations:
GPUs >300W require:
Enablement kit
Enhanced cooling
HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 GPU Servers
Key Features:
✅ Supports up to 4 full-height GPUs
✅ Optimized for AI, HPC, data-heavy workloads
Supported GPUs:
NVIDIA A10 24GB – Virtual workstations & AI
NVIDIA A16 64GB – High-density VDI
NVIDIA A30 24GB – AI inference & training
NVIDIA A40 48GB – Rendering & visualization
NVIDIA A100 80GB – AI training & HPC
NVIDIA H100 80GB – Advanced AI training
NVIDIA L40 48GB – Rendering & visual computing
NVIDIA L40S 48GB – Generative AI & inference
NVIDIA A6000 48GB – Creative & HPC workloads
NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada – Professional visualization
NVIDIA RTX 5000 Ada – Mid-range AI & graphics
Important Considerations:
Multi-GPU configs require:
Upgraded PSUs
Enhanced cooling
HPE ProLiant DL560 GPU Server Series
HPE ProLiant DL560 Gen10 GPU Servers
Key Features:
✅ Supports 2 GPUs (PCIe Gen3)
✅ HPC, inference, legacy AI
Supported GPUs:
NVIDIA T4 16GB – Low-power inference
NVIDIA V100 32GB – HPC & AI (Gen3)
Important Considerations:
Enablement kit required
Cooling & power cabling for >150W
Compatibility depends on BIOS/system config
HPE ProLiant DL560 Gen11 GPU Servers
Key Features:
✅ Supports up to 2 GPUs
✅ Designed for AI, HPC, scientific computing
Supported GPUs:
NVIDIA H100 80GB – Advanced AI training
NVIDIA A40 48GB – Rendering & visualization
NVIDIA L40 48GB – Rendering & AI
NVIDIA L40S 48GB – Generative AI & inference
NVIDIA A800 80GB – Export-friendly AI training
NVIDIA H800 80GB – Export variant AI workloads
Important Considerations:
Enablement kit and strong power delivery required
HPE ProLiant DL580 GPU Server Series
HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen10 GPU Servers
Key Features:
✅ Supports multiple high-performance GPUs
✅ AI training, HPC, visualization
Supported GPUs:
NVIDIA A40 48GB – Rendering & visualization
NVIDIA A100 80GB – AI training & HPC
NVIDIA V100 32GB – HPC & AI (Gen3)
Important Considerations:
Dual 1600W PSUs recommended
HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen11 GPU Servers
Key Features:
✅ Supports multiple high-performance GPUs
✅ Designed for AI, graphics, data-heavy workloads
Supported GPUs:
NVIDIA L40 48GB – Rendering & graphics
NVIDIA L40S 48GB – Generative AI & inference
NVIDIA A40 48GB – Rendering & visualization
NVIDIA H100 80GB – AI training & HPC
NVIDIA A6000 48GB – Creative & HPC workloads
NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada – Professional visualization
NVIDIA RTX 5000 Ada – Mid-range AI & graphics
Important Considerations:
Multi-GPU configs require:
High-wattage PSUs
Advanced cooling
NVIDIA GPUs for HPE Servers: Save Up To 80%
✔️ 5-Year Warranty – No Risk: Pay Only After Testing