2 posts tagged with "hardware"

Introduction​

When a business or project needs reliable hosting, the question arises: should you opt for a VPS or immediately rent a dedicated server? It's easy to make a mistake here - you'll either overpay or face a lack of resources. In this article, we’ll examine which tasks a cheap VPS is suited for, and when you really can’t do without bare-metal.

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What are VPS and dedicated server?​

• VPS (Virtual Private Server) is a portion of a physical server with allocated resources. It operates like a full-fledged server but shares the “hardware” with other users.
• A dedicated server is an entire physical machine whose resources are yours alone.

Now let's understand when a VPS is enough and when it's time to move to a dedicated server.

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When a VPS is the ideal choice​

1. Small and medium projects​

If your site or application does not generate huge loads, a VPS is an excellent choice. It’s cheaper and offers enough resources for most tasks.

2. Development and testing​

A VPS is perfect for development, testing, and experimentation. You can quickly deploy a server, roll back changes, and install any operating system.

3. Startups and growing projects​

If your project has not yet reached peak load, it’s better to start with a VPS. As the load grows, you can migrate to a more powerful plan or a dedicated server.

4. VPN/ Proxy​

Such services do not require super-powerful resources, so VPS will cope with them without any problems.

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When a dedicated server Is necessary​

1. High-load projects​

If your website, CRM, or database serves thousands of users per minute, a VPS may not cope. A dedicated server ensures stability and power.

2. Online stores, financial platforms, and SaaS​

If you have an online store, a financial platform, or a SaaS project, reduced speed = lost profits. A dedicated server guarantees maximum performance.

3. Projects requiring high security​

For handling personal data, payment information, and corporate data, a dedicated server is often required, providing more guarantees of isolation and security.

4. Game servers and streaming​

If you plan to run game servers (such as Minecraft, Valheim, or any other game you like) or stream video, you might need a dedicated graphics card, faster storage, and a stable connection with higher bandwidth. A VPS may not be able to handle these demands.

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Conclusion: what to choose?​

VPS – if you need a balance of price and resources: websites, blogs, small services, testing.

Dedicated server – if power and stability are critical: heavy-load projects, large databases, serious SaaS products.

If you’re unsure what to choose, you can always start with a VPS and move to a dedicated server when the load increases. The main thing is to pick a reliable hosting provider that ensures uninterrupted server operation.

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When renting a server, the choice of storage system directly affects the performance of your projects, storage reliability, and rental cost. It is important to understand the difference between HDD, SSD and NVMe to make the best choice for your needs.

HDD: durability and stability​

Hard disk drives (HDD) are traditional storage devices that have served data centers for years, storing large volumes of data. They aren’t as fast as SSDs, but they provide long service life under moderate load.

HDD typically have a lifespan of around 20,000–25,000 hours. In practice, many HDD in data centers operate for about 3–5 years, depending on usage intensity.

HDD are highly sensitive to power outages because they use moving parts (e.g., read/write heads), which can lead to data damage. In the event of an abrupt shutdown, the risk of data loss is higher compared to SSD.

Advantages of HDD:​

• Durability: They operate for a long time under moderate load.
• Cost: Cheaper than SSDs and NVMe, especially when calculated per TB of data.
• Large storage capacity: Ideal for storing huge volumes of data at lower access speeds.

SSD: faster, but with limited lifespan​

Solid-state drives (SSD) are fast and reliable devices for servers where speed is critical. However, SSD have a more limited write cycle lifespan. For SATA SSD, the endurance is about 300–500 full write cycles, which, under moderate usage, could theoretically last up to five years. Yet, if your workloads involve a lot of write operations—common for many websites—the lifetime of SSD can be significantly reduced.

SSD are more resistant to sudden power loss because they have no moving parts. However, intensive writes can quickly consume the drive’s write endurance, particularly in cheaper models.

Advantages of SSD:​

• High speed: Excellent for servers where performance is crucial.
• Resistance to power outages: More resilient to hardware damage during abrupt shutdowns.

NVMe: maximum speed, but shorter lifespan​

NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) диски drives are a modern alternative to SATA SSDs, offering even higher performance. They provide significantly faster read and write speeds, which is ideal for servers handling large amounts of data or performing computationally intensive tasks.

However, NVMe drives tend to have a shorter lifespan than SATA SSDs. Due to their high write speeds, these drives can wear out faster under constant load.

Like SSD, NVMe drives are less prone to damage during abrupt shutdowns. However, they are still not as long-lasting as HDD due to the intense operational loads.

Advantages of NVMe:​

• Maximum speed: Ideal for servers that process large data volumes. 
• High performance: Suitable for tasks with heavy workloads.

Which storage type should you choose?​

• If durability and cost matter more to you, and you don’t plan on heavy write operations, HDD is a great choice. It’s cheaper and will provide stable operation for years.
• If you need fast data processing under moderate load, go for an SSD. It offers good speed and wears out less quickly compared to NVMe.
• NVMe is suitable for servers with extremely high speed requirements, but keep in mind its shorter lifespan and higher price. 

Your choice of storage depends on your specific tasks: if longevity and affordability are the priority, choose HDD. If you need high performance, SSD or NVMe will be the optimal solution.

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