[Launched] Generally Available: 6th Generation Intel-based VMs - Dv6/Ev6

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Summary of Azure's 6th Generation Intel-based VMs

Azure has announced the general availability of its 6th generation Intel-based virtual machines, specifically the Dv6 and Ev6 series. These VMs are powered by the 5th Generation Intel Xeon Platinum processors, offering enhanced performance and scalability for various workloads.

Key Features and Specifications

  • Dv6 Series: Offers a balance of CPU to memory performance with scalability up to 128 vCPUs and 512 GiB of RAM. This series includes the Dlv6 and Dv6 models, both providing increased CPU cache size, higher memory bandwidth, and faster storage options[1][2].
  • Ev6 Series: Ideal for memory-intensive workloads, offering up to 192 vCPUs and over 1.8 TiB of RAM. These VMs are suitable for applications like relational databases, data warehousing, and in-memory analytics[2][4].

Processor Technology

These VMs utilize the 5th Generation Intel Xeon Platinum processors, specifically the 8537C (Emerald Rapids) processor for the Dv6 and possibly the 8573C for the Dsv6 series[3][5].

Availability and Storage Options

Both Dv6 and Ev6 series VMs are available with and without local disk storage. Users can attach remote persistent disks like Premium Disk v1, Premium Disk v2, or Ultra Disks[2].

Performance Enhancements

The new VMs offer up to 30% better CPU performance compared to previous generations, supported by Azure Boost, which enhances performance across various workloads[1].

อ้างอิงค์ : https://azure.microsoft.com/updates?id=478996

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