Microsoft Windows Server 2025 Standard vs. Datacenter
Features |
Standard |
Datacenter |
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Licensing Model |
One-time purchase
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One-time purchase
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Virtualization Rights |
Up to 2 OSEs (Operating System Environments)
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Unlimited OSEs
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Storage Features |
Basic storage features
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Advanced storage features, including Storage Spaces Direct
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Software-Defined Networking |
Limited capabilities
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Full capabilities
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Hyper-V |
Yes
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Yes
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Containers |
Limited support
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Full support for Windows Server and Linux containers
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Failover Clustering |
Yes
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Yes
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Active Directory |
Yes
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Yes
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License Mobility |
No
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Yes
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Ideal For |
Small to medium businesses
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Large enterprises and data centers
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Microsoft Windows Server 2025 Datacenter 24 Core + 5 CAL's - Retail Download
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Windows Server Comparison Table
Feature | Windows Server 2019 | Windows Server 2022 | Windows Server 2025 |
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Release Date | October 2, 2018 | August 18, 2021 | November, 2024 |
Primary Focus | Hybrid integration, Security improvements | Advanced security, Azure hybrid, Performance | Zero Trust security, AI optimization, Cloud-native |
Security Enhancements | Credential Guard, Windows Defender ATP | Secured-core server, Hardware root of trust | Zero Trust model, Enhanced Threat Protection |
Azure Integration | Limited support | Azure Arc, Azure Auto-manage | Full Azure Arc integration, AI-driven insights |
Containers & Kubernetes | Kubernetes v1.14, Docker support | Kubernetes v1.21, Enhanced container tooling | Kubernetes v1.25+, Container D (Windows optimized) |
Storage | Storage Migration Service, Deduplication | Storage Migration enhancements, SMB over QUIC | Ultra-resilient SMB, AI-driven caching |
Networking | SDN, Network Controller | Improved SDN, QUIC protocol | Advanced SDN with AI optimization |
CPU & Memory Scalability | Up to 48 TB RAM, 64 CPU sockets | 48 TB RAM, 64 CPU sockets | Optimized for HPC and AI, Multi-thread processing |
Application Platform | Core and Desktop Experiences, .NET 3.5 | .NET 5, Improved Windows Admin Center | .NET 6+, Advanced Windows Admin Center |
Management Tools | Windows Admin Center, PowerShell | Improved Windows Admin Center | AI-enhanced Windows Admin Center, Cloud insights |
Licensing Model | Core-based | Core-based | Core-based, Cloud-friendly options |
Note: USER CAL's are included not RDS CAL's
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Windows Server 2025 vs 2022
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Our productsRetail (Full Package Product) vs. Open Value with Software Assurance (SA)
Criteria |
Retail (FPP) |
Open Value with Software Assurance (SA) |
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Pricing |
One-time purchase, typically higher cost upfront.
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Spread out payments over a 2-3 year period. Discounts available for volume purchases.
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License Type |
Perpetual license.
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Non-perpetual if on subscription, or perpetual with Software Assurance.
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Ownership |
Full ownership; no need for renewal.
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Full ownership with perpetual licenses after payment period or must renew for non-perpetual.
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Software Assurance (SA) Benefits |
Not included.
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Includes SA benefits such as upgrade rights, support, training, and other services.
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Upgrade Rights |
No automatic upgrade rights; requires repurchase for new versions.
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Free upgrade to new versions during the agreement term (if SA is active).
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Support |
Basic support may be included for a limited time. Additional support needs to be purchased.
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Includes 24x7 support for critical issues, training vouchers, and consulting hours.
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Flexibility |
Limited flexibility—tied to specific device or user.
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Flexible licensing options, including user or device-based, and multi-device use.
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Volume Discounts |
Please fill out custom quote form.
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Volume discounts are available based on agreement size.
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Renewal Options |
No renewal needed; the license is perpetual.
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Optional renewal to continue receiving Software Assurance benefits.
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Cloud Services |
Does not include cloud services integration.
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Can be combined with cloud services like Microsoft 365.
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License Transferability |
License can be transferred to a new device.
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Transferable between devices or users with Software Assurance.
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Product Availability |
Typically, for individual products (e.g., Office, Windows).
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Available for a broad range of Microsoft products, including Windows, Office, and servers.
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