DigitalOcean vs Linode (Akamai) for Linux VPS
Top Linux VPS providers supporting Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS, and other distributions. This comparison only looks at the parts of the dataset that matter for Linux VPS workloads.
Quick Verdict
Pick DigitalOcean if you want the stronger overall fit.
DigitalOcean wins this matchup on the balance of qualifying pricing, CPU, storage, and network data in the current snapshot.
Pick Linode (Akamai) if one of its tradeoffs matches your priorities.
Linode (Akamai) may still be the better choice if you care more about its regions, support model, or a specific feature set than the raw benchmark balance.
$5.00
1 vCPU
20 GB
Linux
Linux VPS Requirements
Start with at least 1 GB RAM, 1 vCPU, and 20 GB storage. For this workload, Most Linux users care about control, automation, and value before managed extras.
Operating system fit
Linux
| Feature |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $6.00/month | $5.00/month Best Price |
| Entry Plan Specs | 1 vCPU 1GB RAM 25GB SSD Fits Linux VPS | 1 vCPU 1GB RAM 25GB SSD Fits Linux VPS |
| CPU Score (Single) | 1,120 | 1,150 Fastest |
| Disk Read Speed | 580MB/s Fastest | 540MB/s |
| Network Throughput | 4,800Mbps Fastest | 4,500Mbps |
| Boot Time | 32.4seconds Quickest | 35.8seconds |
| Datacenter Regions | 8 locations | 10 locations |
| Hourly Billing | ||
| Support | ticket email community | ticket email phone chat |
| Get Started | Visit DigitalOcean | Visit Linode (Akamai) |
DigitalOcean for Linux VPS
Excellent documentation and tutorials Basic 1GB is the lowest plan that clears the baseline at $6.00.
Linode (Akamai) for Linux VPS
Excellent 24/7 support with phone option Nanode 1GB is the lowest plan that clears the baseline at $5.00.
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FAQ
Which is cheaper for Linux VPS: DigitalOcean or Linode (Akamai)?
DigitalOcean starts at $6.00 for a qualifying plan, while Linode (Akamai) starts at $5.00.
Which provider has better performance for Linux VPS?
DigitalOcean scores 1120 on the latest CPU run and Linode (Akamai) scores 1150. Disk and network numbers matter just as much for this workload, so use the full table rather than a single benchmark number.
Do both providers meet the minimum requirements for Linux VPS?
Yes. Both providers have at least one plan that clears the baseline of 1 GB RAM, 1 vCPU, and 20 GB storage.
Should I use the generic DigitalOcean vs Linode (Akamai) comparison instead?
Use this page when Linux VPS is the workload you care about. Use the base comparison page when you want a broader provider-level decision without a workload filter.