last highlighted date: 2025-01-21

Highlights

  • tion of each: Source Features of Azur
  • AuditingYesYes, with some differences
    • Note: yes for azure sql database, but with some differences for managed instance
  • Cross-Database TransactionsNot possiblePossible
  • Active geo-replicationYesNo
  • Auto-scaleYes, but in a serverless modelNo
  • Elastic jobsYesNo
  • Log Write ThroughputUp to 100MB/sec4.5 MB/s per vCore
  • SQL Server ProfilerNoYes
  • For instance, you should opt for Azure SQL Database for transactional workloads such as e-commerce and line-of-business applications requiring high availability, scalability, and managed infrastructure.
  • On the other hand, go for Azure Managed Instance for massive data warehousing and analytics workloads because of its compatibility with SQL Server Analysis Services and Reporting Services.
  • Aurora has distinct behavioral differences between MySQL and PostgreSQL; migration may call for modifications.
  • Compatibility varies depending on the database engine selected. For instance, SQL Server on RDS enables compatibility with SQL Server.
  • Strong security features include firewall rules, threat detection, and transparent data encryption.
    • Note: Azure SQL Database