Pure Storage FlashArray //XL
The Pure Storage FlashArray //XL is an enterprise modular all-NVMe storage system built for massive scale, extreme IOPS, and deterministic sub-millisecond response times. In a 5U chassis with dual modular controllers, PCIe Gen 4 fabrics, and DirectFlash technology, it consolidates tier-0 enterprise databases and cloud-native applications.
Specifications
| Brand | Pure Storage |
|---|---|
| Family | FlashArray //XL |
| Form factor | 5U rack |
| Released | Dec 2021 |
| Controller configuration | Dual active-active modular controllers in 5U enclosure |
| Processor | Dual Intel Xeon Scalable processors per controller (multi-socket modular architecture) |
| Operating system | Pure Storage Purity//FA |
| Raw capacity | Up to 5.5PB raw |
| Effective capacity | Up to 16.5PB effective with data reduction |
| Drive media | NVMe DirectFlash Modules (DFMs: 9.1TB, 18.2TB, 36.4TB, 75TB) |
| Connectivity | 64Gb/32Gb FC, 100GbE/25GbE iSCSI, and NVMe-oF (TCP/RoCE) |
| Data reduction | Inline deduplication and compression |
| Management | Pure1 and Purity REST API |
Generations
- Previous generation: Pure Storage FlashArray //X90
Check compatibility with Pure Storage
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Pure Storage has tested with the Pure Storage FlashArray //XL.
- Compatibility Pure Storage compatibility matrix (free vendor sign-in)
- Support Pure Storage Support
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
What form factor does the FlashArray //XL utilize?
The FlashArray //XL uses a 5U modular chassis with separate controller and connectivity blades.
What maximum capacity can the //XL reach?
The //XL reaches up to 5.5PB raw and 16.5PB effective storage capacity.
Buying or selling FlashArray //XL?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Pure Storage FlashArray //XL Overview, checked 2026-10-28
- Pure Storage Documentation - FlashArray //XL, checked 2026-10-28