When purchasing a VPS from Avalanche Hosting, you will typically see resources such as vCPU, RAM, storage, and bandwidth listed in the server plan.
Understanding what these resources do will help you choose the right VPS for your project and ensure your server runs smoothly.
A vCPU represents a portion of the physical CPU allocated to your VPS.
The CPU is responsible for processing tasks such as:
Running applications
Handling server requests
Processing scripts or game logic
Higher CPU resources allow your server to handle more simultaneous processes and heavier workloads.
RAM is the memory your server uses to run programs and services.
For example, RAM is used when:
Running websites or applications
Operating databases
Running game servers
If your server runs out of RAM, applications may slow down or crash.
Storage is the space used to store files on your server.
This includes:
Website files
Databases
Game server data
Logs and backups
Most modern VPS servers use high-speed NVMe SSD storage, which provides much faster data access than traditional hard drives.
Bandwidth determines how much data your server can transfer over the network.
Examples of bandwidth usage include:
Visitors accessing your website
Players connecting to game servers
File downloads and uploads
Higher bandwidth allows your server to support more traffic and connections.
The resources you need depend on what you plan to run on your VPS.
Typical examples include:
Small websites → low CPU and RAM
Applications or APIs → moderate CPU and RAM
Game servers or large websites → higher CPU and RAM
If your project grows, you can usually upgrade your VPS resources later.