Amazon RDS for SQL Server now supports instances powered by AMD EPYC processors
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This article announces that Amazon RDS for SQL Server now supports M8a and R8a instances powered by 5th Generation AMD EPYC processors.
- M8a and R8a instances deliver up to 70% higher throughput than comparable x86 instances
- Each vCPU corresponds to a physical CPU core for consistent per-core performance
- Instances provide up to 75 Gbps network bandwidth and 60 Gbps Amazon EBS bandwidth
- Support for RDS optimize CPU feature to reduce SQL Server licensing charges
- Built on AWS Nitro System with sixth-generation Nitro Cards
- Available in all commercial AWS Regions with On-Demand and Savings Plan pricing
Amazon RDS for SQL Server now offers improved performance and cost optimization through AMD EPYC-powered instances with enhanced networking capabilities.
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