GorillaServers - Dedicated Bare Metal for Validators & RPC Nodes
GorillaServers provides US-based dedicated bare-metal servers with unmetered 1 Gbps bandwidth and modern Ryzen and EPYC CPUs.
Unlike budget eco ranges, GorillaServers focuses on newer CPU tiers, higher clock profiles, and strong network backbones with instant deployment options.
Overview
For operators wanting dedicated US infrastructure with stronger CPU tiers, GorillaServers is a compelling alternative in the mid-tier dedicated market.
Validator Suitability
Validator-only deployments generally require:
- NVMe storage
- 4-6 real CPU cores
- 32-64 GB RAM
- Stable 1 Gbps bandwidth
Recommended Budget Validator Class
AMD Ryzen 7600
6c / 12t real cores, 64 GB RAM, NVMe storage, 1 Gbps unmetered bandwidth, approximately $89/month.
Why it works well:
- Strong single-core performance for consensus
- Dedicated resources
- Modern CPU architecture
- Plenty of memory headroom
RPC Suitability
Public RPC endpoints handling sustained traffic require higher core counts and thread capacity.
Recommended RPC Class
AMD Ryzen 7900
12c / 24t, 64 GB RAM, NVMe storage, 1 Gbps unmetered, approximately $99-$139/month.
Provides:
- Strong multi-thread performance
- Better handling of concurrent RPC queries
- Increased cache and indexing headroom
- Excellent NVMe throughput
FoxxOne RPC previously ran on Rise LE-1 hardware (now discontinued). Ryzen 7900 class offers comparable real-world capability for modern deployments.
Deployment Strategy
Validator - Ryzen 7600 ($89/month)
Public RPC - Ryzen 7900 ($99+ /month)
This separation maintains validator stability while allowing RPC scaling without affecting consensus.
Pros
- Modern Ryzen and EPYC CPUs
- 1 Gbps unmetered bandwidth standard
- US-based data centers
- Instant deploy options
- Strong performance consistency
Tradeoffs
- Higher entry cost than OVH KS range
- Less ultra-budget pricing
- Smaller international footprint compared to OVH
Summary
GorillaServers offers modern dedicated hardware with strong bandwidth and CPU performance. It is more expensive than OVH’s eco range but provides stronger base hardware and US-focused deployment.