Amazon RDS for SQL Server supports AMD EPYC M8a and R8a instances

AI Impact Summary

Amazon RDS for SQL Server now supports AMD EPYC processors with the launch of M8a and R8a instances. These instances offer significant performance improvements – up to 70% higher throughput compared to x86 instances – and enhanced network and EBS bandwidth capabilities (75 Gbps and 60 Gbps respectively). Furthermore, the optimize CPU feature allows customers to reduce Microsoft SQL Server licensing costs by adjusting vCPU utilization.