In the past five years, AMD has gone from an underdog in the server CPU market to a dominant force powering some of the most efficient and high-performance data centers in the world. This shift has had a profound impact on cloud computing, especially for developers and teams who rely on virtual machines to run applications, test code, and build modern infrastructure.

At Raff Technologies, we chose AMD EPYC processors as the backbone of our cloud VM platform—and for good reason. Here’s what the rise of AMD means for your virtual machine experience.

1. More Cores, More Power

AMD EPYC chips, particularly the latest generations, offer significantly higher core counts than traditional server CPUs. For VM users, this translates to:

• Faster parallel processing

• Better multitasking

• Higher VM density per host (without sacrificing performance)

This is a game-changer for developers running Docker containers, CI/CD pipelines, self-hosted apps, and full-stack environments.

2. Better Performance per Dollar

One of AMD’s biggest advantages is delivering excellent performance at a lower cost. This allows us to:

• Offer competitive pricing without compromising on speed

• Pass infrastructure efficiency directly to our users

If you’ve been burned by hidden costs or sluggish VM performance on other platforms, you’ll feel the difference on a Raff-powered AMD machine.

3. Energy Efficiency = Sustainability + Savings

AMD’s server-grade chips are built with power efficiency in mind. This is good not just for reducing our data center energy footprint, but also for:

• Lower cooling and operational costs

• Longer-lasting hardware

When you launch a VM with us, you're not only getting raw compute power but also contributing to a more sustainable cloud ecosystem.

4. Industry Validation: AMD is the New Standard

It’s not just us. Major providers like AWS, Azure, and Oracle Cloud are integrating AMD EPYC into their infrastructure. That’s a clear signal: AMD is no longer a niche option it’s becoming the industry default for high-efficiency compute.

At Raff, we were early adopters because we believe in providing developers with cutting-edge, affordable infrastructure.

5. What This Means for You

When you spin up a VM on Raff, you're getting:

• Full root access on AMD EPYC-backed machines

• Faster provisioning

• Reliable performance under load

• Transparent pricing based on real efficiency

Whether you're deploying code, running automation tools like n8n, or just learning the ropes, AMD gives your virtual machine the muscle it needs without the noise or overhead.

Ready to try it for yourself?

Launch your next VM on AMD EPYC-powered infrastructure at rafftechnologies.com. Experience the rise of better cloud computing.