EC2 T8i Instances: Low-Cost Burstable Compute Arrives
New T8i instances offer a 30% price-performance improvement over T3, but with specific processor limitations.
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EC2 T8i instances are here, promising better price-performance, but the devil is in the processor details.
What changed
- Amazon EC2 T8i instances are now generally available.
- These instances are powered by custom sixth-generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processors (Granite Rapids).
- They offer up to 30% better price performance compared to previous generation T3 instances.
Why it matters
This release introduces a new tier of low-cost, burstable compute instances. For workloads that experience variable CPU utilization, such as development/test environments, small to medium databases, and microservices, T8i instances present a compelling option. The 30% price-performance improvement over T3 instances, driven by newer Intel processors, suggests a tangible cost-saving opportunity for existing T3 users or those considering burstable capacity. The availability of these instances on AWS, powered by custom Intel silicon, indicates a continued strategy of specialized hardware optimization.
The catch
The honest version: While the announcement highlights
Source (AWS News Blog): New low-cost burstable Amazon EC2 T8i instances are generally available