1 vCPU, 1 GB RAM — Cloud Server Pricing (2026)
Compare 1 vCPU, 1 GB RAM cloud server pricing across 3 providers. 3 tiers starting from $0.0075/hr.
LinodeNanode 1GB(Shared CPU)
$0.007500/hr — $5/mo
Cheapest 1 vCPU, 1 GB server across 3 providers
Cheapest Option Per Provider
| Rank | Provider | Instance | Family | Hourly | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Linode | Nanode 1GB | Shared CPU | $0.007500 | $5 |
| #2 | DO | Basic 1 vCPU 1 GB | Basic (Shared CPU) | $0.008900 | $7 |
| #3 | AWS | t2.micro | General Purpose | $0.0116 | $8 |
All 3 Tiers
Shared CPU (1 tiers)
| Provider | Instance | Storage | On-Demand | 1yr Rsv | 3yr Rsv | Spot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linode | Nanode 1GB | 25 GB SSD | $0.007500 | — | — | — |
Basic (Shared CPU) (1 tiers)
| Provider | Instance | Storage | On-Demand | 1yr Rsv | 3yr Rsv | Spot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DO | Basic 1 vCPU 1 GB | 25 GB SSD | $0.008900 | — | — | — |
General Purpose (1 tiers)
| Provider | Instance | Storage | On-Demand | 1yr Rsv | 3yr Rsv | Spot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWS | t2.micro | EBS only | $0.0116 | $0.008300 | $0.005000 | — |
FAQ
What is the cheapest 1 vCPU, 1 GB RAM cloud server?
The cheapest option is Linode Nanode 1GB at $0.007500/hr ($5/mo). 3 providers offer this configuration.
How many 1 vCPU, 1 GB options are there?
There are 3 cloud server tiers with 1 vCPU and 1 GB RAM across 3 providers, spanning 3 instance families.
Can I save money with reserved pricing on 1 vCPU servers?
Yes. Major providers like AWS, Azure, and GCP offer reserved/committed pricing for 1-3 year terms, saving 20-60% vs on-demand. Spot/preemptible instances can save up to 70% for interruptible workloads.