
Best selling Storage controllers from Broadcom
On this page you’ll find a ranking of the best Storage controllers from Broadcom. To give you a quick overview, we’ve added the most important product details. This page always stays fresh and updates automatically.
1. Broadcom BCM HBA 9500-8i SAS/SATA/NVMe
The Broadcom BCM HBA 9500-8i is a powerful host bus adapter that offers versatile support for SAS, SATA, and NVMe. With a maximum data transfer rate of 12 Gbit/s, this tri-mode adapter enables efficient connectivity to various storage solutions. The adapter features a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface and supports a wide range of operating systems, including Windows and Linux. Its form factor is suitable for both full-height and low-profile applications, making it a flexible solution for different system configurations. With a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 5,000,000 hours, the BCM HBA 9500-8i provides high reliability and durability. The plug-and-play functionality simplifies installation and integration into existing systems.
- Tri-mode support for SAS, SATA, and NVMe
- Maximum data transfer rate of 12 Gbit/s
- Compatible with PCIe 4.0 x8 interface
- High reliability with 5,000,000 hours MTBF
- Plug-and-play functionality for easy installation.

2. Broadcom HBA 9500-8i Tri-Mode
The Broadcom HBA 9500-8i Tri-Mode is a storage controller that supports SATA 6Gb/s, SAS 12Gb/s and PCIe 4.0 (NVMe) interfaces. It is a plug-in card with a PCIe 4.0 x8 bus type. This device is compatible with hard drives and solid-state drives and has 8 channels and a maximum of 1024 storage peripherals.
System requirements:
Compatible with FreeBSD, Red Hat Linux, SuSe Linux, Microsoft Windows, Debian Linux, Oracle Enterprise Linux, CentOS, Ubuntu, VMware ESXi, Citrix XenServer, Linux Fedora and VMware vSphere (ESXi).

3. Broadcom BCM MEGARAID 9540-8i SAS/SATA/NVMe
MegaRAID 9540-8i
Ensure data protection for performance-hungry applications with PCIe Gen 4.0 host and storage interfaces.
The MegaRAID 9500 series is the industry's first PCIe Gen 4.0 RAID adapter family, offering PCIe Gen 4.0 host and storage interfaces. The MegaRAID 9540-8i adapter, based on the SAS3808 PCIe 4.0 x8 IO controller, delivers double the performance of previous generations.
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) using entry-level server platforms and workstations require cost-effective, reliable storage solutions. The MegaRAID 9540-8i Tri-Mode Storage Adapter is a PCIe Gen 4.0 12 Gb/s SAS/SATA/PCIe (NVMe) controller card that meets these needs by providing proven performance and RAID data protection for a range of critical applications.
The adapter's Tri-Mode SerDes technology seamlessly bridges speeds and protocols, enabling the operation of NVMe, SAS, or SATA devices in a single drive bay, thereby maximizing performance and flexibility from each drive protocol.

4. Broadcom BCM HBA 9600-16e SAS/SATA/NVMe
EHBA 9600-16e Tri-Mode Storage Adapter
The 9600-16e Tri-Mode, PCIe Gen 4.0 Enhanced HBA (eHBA) is ideal for improved connectivity and maximum performance for the flexibility of enterprise data centers.
With increased bandwidth and IOPS performance compared to previous generations, the 9600-16e eHBA delivers the performance and scalability that critical applications require.

5. Broadcom HBA 9620-16i - Memory controller
The Broadcom HBA 9620-16i is a powerful RAID controller that offers high flexibility and efficiency in managing storage solutions. With its tri-mode connectivity, this controller allows for the connection of up to 32 SAS/SATA or NVMe devices, making it an ideal choice for modern server and storage applications. The controller supports RAID levels 0, 1, and 10 and features hot-spare support to enhance data security. Thanks to the PCIe 4.0 x8 interface, the HBA 9620-16i ensures a high data transfer rate of up to 22.5 Gbit/s, providing optimal performance for demanding applications. The controller's form factor is suitable for both full-height and low-profile installations, offering additional flexibility for integration into various systems.
- Tri-mode connectivity for versatile connection options
- Supports RAID levels 0, 1, and 10 with hot-spare functionality
- Maximum data transfer rate of 22.5 Gbit/s
- Compatible with various server operating systems, including SUSE Linux and VMware vSphere
- Allows connection of up to 32 devices via SAS/SATA or NVMe.

6. Broadcom BCM MEGARAID -16i SAS/SATA/NVMe8GB
The MegaRAID 9600 series is the third generation of Broadcom's industry-leading tri-mode x8 and x16 NVMe/SAS/SATA storage adapters. Designed to deliver the best possible performance for NVMe SSD-based storage systems, the 9600 family offers double the bandwidth, over four times the IOPS, a 25-fold reduction in write latency, and a 60-fold performance increase during recovery compared to the previous generation.
The MegaRAID 9670W-16i, based on the SAS4116W RAID-on-Chip (RoC), provides more than a fourfold increase in random write operations in RAID5 and double the bandwidth compared to the previous generation. The advanced thermal solution of the 9670W-16i enables these significant performance improvements without increasing airflow requirements compared to previous generation adapters. Users can integrate the 9670W-16i into existing platforms to achieve groundbreaking SSD performance without adding extra cooling and airflow requirements.

7. Broadcom MegaRAID 9440-8I
This RAID controller offers you increased bandwidth, IOPS performance, and data security. The MegaRAID 9440-8i Tri-Mode storage adapter features a 12 Gb/s SAS/SATA/PCIe (NVMe) controller that enables internal connectivity. This allows you to enjoy performance and RAID data protection for your server applications.

8. Broadcom 9600-8i8e, 8-Port Int., 8-Port Ext.,12Gb/s TriMode PCI x8 Gen 4.0, 8GB
The Broadcom 9600-8i8e is a state-of-the-art network card designed for demanding storage applications. With a combination of 8 internal and 8 external ports, this Tri-Mode eHBA (Enhanced Host Bus Adapter) offers flexible connectivity for NVMe, SAS, and SATA devices. The card supports PCIe 4.0 with a bandwidth of up to 12 Gbit/s per port, ensuring high data transfer rates and improved performance for modern storage solutions. The Broadcom 9600-8i8e is ideal for server and storage applications that require a reliable and high-performance connection. Its compact design allows for easy integration into various systems, while support for multiple protocols enables versatile use in different environments.
- Supports Tri-Mode for NVMe, SAS, and SATA
- Maximum port speed of 12 Gbit/s
- Compatible with PCIe 4.0 x8 interface
- Provides 8 internal and 8 external ports for flexible connectivity.

Broadcom 9600-8i8e, 8-Port Int., 8-Port Ext.,12Gb/s TriMode PCI x8 Gen 4.0, 8GB
9. Broadcom MegaRAID 9560-16i
MegaRAID 9560-16i
The PCIe 4.0 RAID controller enhances performance and maximizes design flexibility with tri-mode connectivity and NVMe devices.
The MegaRAID 9500 series is the industry's first PCIe Gen 4.0 RAID adapter family, offering PCIe Gen 4.0 host and storage interfaces. The MegaRAID 9560-16i adapter, based on the SAS3916 PCIe 4.0 x8 RAID-on-Chip (RoC) with a high port count, delivers double the performance of previous generations.
The 9560-16i is compatible with existing PCIe SFF-8639 module backplanes (U.2), allowing users to boost performance for today's increasingly bandwidth-intensive environments. In conjunction with two industry initiatives that expand the use of tri-mode SerDes technology, enabling the operation of NVMe, SAS, or SATA devices in a single drive bay, the 9560-16i helps to extract the best performance and flexibility from U.3 backplanes:
- SFF-TA-10001 specification (U.3), which defines a common bay type for SAS, SATA, and NVMe
- Universal Backplane Management (UBM), which defines a common backplane control and management framework
With tri-mode SerDes technology, the adapter negotiates between speeds and protocols to seamlessly work with all three types of storage devices. Tri-mode support provides an uninterrupted way to evolve existing data center infrastructure.

10. Broadcom BCM MEGARAID 9660-16i SAS/SATA/NVMe
MegaRAID 9660-16i
Experience groundbreaking RAID recovery times with double the bandwidth and more than twice the RAID 5 IOPS.
The MegaRAID 9600 series is the third generation of tri-mode x8 and x16 NVMe/SAS/SATA storage adapters. The 9600 family is designed to deliver the best possible performance for NVMe SSD-based storage systems. Compared to the previous generation, it offers double the bandwidth, over four times the IOPS, a 25-fold reduction in write latency, and a 60-fold increase in recovery performance.
The MegaRAID 9660-16i adapter, based on the SAS4116 RAID-on-Chip (RoC), is the most powerful x8 PCIe Gen 4.0 storage adapter available, meeting the ever-increasing demands of the data center. The energy-efficient MegaRAID 9660-16i allows users to seamlessly transition their existing storage infrastructure to achieve groundbreaking SSD performance with minimal airflow and cooling requirements.
