COMPARAÇÃO ENTRE MÁQUINAS VIRTUAIS DO MICROSOFT AZURE E GOOGLE CLOUD: Análise de Desempenho e Custo em Jogos, Inteligência Artificial e Atividades Recreativas

Guilherme Henrique Dos Santos Marinho Marinho; Muricio de Oliveira Dian

doi:10.31510/infa.v22i2.2266

Authors

Guilherme Henrique Dos Santos Marinho Marinho Fatec Taquaritnga https://orcid.org/0009-0005-1524-9962
MAURICIO DE OLIVEIRA DIAN Fatec de Taquaritinga

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31510/infa.v22i2.2266

Keywords:

Cloud computing, Virtual machines, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, Graphics performance, Artificial Intelligence

Abstract

This study compares the performance of virtual machines provided by Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud, focused on personal use scenarios requiring high graphic and computational power, such as gaming and artificial intelligence applications. The research addresses a gap in the literature, which mainly focuses on corporate environments, neglecting individual user needs. Equivalent instances (4 vCPUs, 28 GB RAM, and NVIDIA T4 GPU with 16 GB) were tested on both platforms, evaluating cost-effectiveness, graphical performance in GTA V Enhanced and Cyberpunk 2077, and AI efficiency using the Orca 2 model from GPT4All. The results showed that Microsoft Azure has a slight advantage in 1080p gaming performance, while Google Cloud stood out in AI tasks, 4K performance, and lower hourly cost. It is concluded that both platforms are suitable for personal use, with the ideal choice depending on the user profile and intended application.

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Author Biography

Guilherme Henrique Dos Santos Marinho Marinho, Fatec Taquaritnga

I am Guilherme Henrique dos Santos Marinho, passionate about technology, software development, and innovation. I have experience in both front-end and back-end development, with a stronger focus on creating functional and engaging user interfaces on the front end.

I am particularly interested in Artificial Intelligence, exploring how creativity and technology can come together to deliver innovative solutions. Beyond technology, I also dedicate myself to photography, capturing landscapes and unique moments as a form of creative expression.

I am always open to sharing ideas, collaborating on projects, and continuously learning in areas related to technology, design, research, and innovation.

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