Linode (Akamai) vs DigitalOcean for Windows VPS
VPS providers offering Windows Server with RDP access, good performance, and competitive pricing. This comparison only looks at the parts of the dataset that matter for Windows 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.
$20.00
2 vCPU
60 GB
Windows Server
Windows VPS Requirements
Start with at least 4 GB RAM, 2 vCPU, and 60 GB storage. For this workload, Stable regions and support matter more than bargain-basement pricing for most Windows workloads.
Operating system fit
Windows Server
| Feature |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $20.00/month Best Price | $24.00/month |
| Entry Plan Specs | 2 vCPU 4GB RAM 80GB SSD Fits Windows VPS | 2 vCPU 4GB RAM 80GB SSD Fits Windows VPS |
| CPU Score (Single) | 1,150 Fastest | 1,120 |
| Disk Read Speed | 540MB/s | 580MB/s Fastest |
| Network Throughput | 4,500Mbps | 4,800Mbps Fastest |
| Boot Time | 35.8seconds | 32.4seconds Quickest |
| Datacenter Regions | 10 locations | 8 locations |
| Hourly Billing | ||
| Support | ticket email phone chat | ticket email community |
| Get Started | Visit Linode (Akamai) | Visit DigitalOcean |
Linode (Akamai) for Windows VPS
Excellent 24/7 support with phone option Linode 4GB is the lowest plan that clears the baseline at $20.00.
DigitalOcean for Windows VPS
Excellent documentation and tutorials Basic 4GB is the lowest plan that clears the baseline at $24.00.
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FAQ
Which is cheaper for Windows VPS: Linode (Akamai) or DigitalOcean?
Linode (Akamai) starts at $20.00 for a qualifying plan, while DigitalOcean starts at $24.00.
Which provider has better performance for Windows VPS?
Linode (Akamai) scores 1150 on the latest CPU run and DigitalOcean scores 1120. 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 Windows VPS?
Yes. Both providers have at least one plan that clears the baseline of 4 GB RAM, 2 vCPU, and 60 GB storage.
Should I use the generic Linode (Akamai) vs DigitalOcean comparison instead?
Use this page when Windows VPS is the workload you care about. Use the base comparison page when you want a broader provider-level decision without a workload filter.