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Azure Stack vs High Performance Computing (HPC) comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 15, 2024

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Categories and Ranking

Azure Stack
Ranking in Hybrid Cloud Computing Platforms
1st
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
69
Ranking in other categories
Software Defined Data Center (SDDC) (2nd)
High Performance Computing ...
Ranking in Hybrid Cloud Computing Platforms
13th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Hybrid Cloud Computing Platforms category, the mindshare of Azure Stack is 12.8%, down from 26.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of High Performance Computing (HPC) is 3.4%, up from 3.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Hybrid Cloud Computing Platforms Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Azure Stack12.8%
High Performance Computing (HPC)3.4%
Other83.8%
Hybrid Cloud Computing Platforms
 

Featured Reviews

RS
Data Architect at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees
Unified data platform has improved regulatory compliance but still needs better integration features
It is difficult to say about Azure Stack improvement because I need to revisit and study it again. The pricing is okay, but on the services side, perhaps we need to think about some services, not all. I would not like to see any additional features in the future. To give them more like a 9 out of 10 or 10 out of 10, I think they need to improve on the interface, implementation, configuration, and integration with other products, so I rate them an eight. As compared to AWS, they need to add more features. I would like to see operations and storage features, like AI features or security features.
MA
Global Datacenter Infrastructure and HPC Director at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
Helps to run simulations and create prototypes which reduces the costs
HPC's neutral configuration is not difficult. The tool's deployment depends on your understanding of its architecture and use cases. I rate it a three out of five. A regular cluster will take two weeks to set up. OEMs helped us with the physical hardware installation. Once the cluster was running, our team configured the software and networks.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"Azure Stack is like a hybrid model with a CI/CD pipeline. The IaaS and PaaS model works well with a hybrid type of connectivity."
"Its customer service is good."
"Azure Stack is a good product because it's flexible and easy to work with."
"One of the features I really appreciate is the Hybrid Cloud Extension UI."
"The tool has simplified our application development."
"Azure Stack is a really good product when it comes to the functionality and the Azure Stack offer."
"The solution is easy to use, especially for individuals who are not familiar with coding and has security built-in."
"I appreciate that all the tools are available natively within Azure. It's all set up nicely. It's all minor."
"HPC speeds up delivery time and reduces costs. It comes with the capability and flexibility to understand how engineering products work. You can understand the outcome without spending time and money."
"Our customers can publish scientific reports in prestigious magazines. HPC offers strong computing capabilities."
 

Cons

"Having more options and customization would be an improvement."
"The precision of anonymous activity tracking should be improved, particularly in identifying the correct location because IP information is sometimes inaccurate."
"It would be great when Microsoft will enable WDI, AI and Cognitive Services in Azure Stack."
"Azure Stack could be improved with more integration, governance tools, monitor tools, and lift and shift tools."
"One of the problems is that systems still have to be developed and as things move forward, we have to build a lot of our Azure Stack solutions from scratch."
"Many resources get created in Azure Stack, and managing those resources can be challenging."
"I feel that Azure Stack has so many different variables which are not very clear...In general, the initial setup phase of Azure Stack is an area with concern that needs improvement."
"The solution could be less expensive."
"There was a buzz around the integration of quantum computing and HPC. However, I don't see a real-life use case for it."
"The solution is expensive."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Azure Stack is a medium-priced product, so it is not overpriced, but the prices may be higher for certain services."
"Azure Stack is not a very costly tool. The pricing is according to the services we buy. When compared with AWS, Azure is a bit more costlier."
"I would rate the pricing a seven out of ten, with ten being expensive."
"When comparing Azure to Amazon and Google, it appears that Azure offers the most cost-effective solution."
"The premium version is too costly."
"The solution is expensive."
"IaaS’s pricing is high."
"In terms of pricing, my customers believe AWS is slightly more reasonably priced than Azure."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
11%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Computer Software Company
9%
Construction Company
8%
University
11%
Computer Software Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Educational Organization
8%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business33
Midsize Enterprise14
Large Enterprise26
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Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Azure Stack?
I am not really aware about Azure Stack's integration capabilities with my existing IT investments; my technical team would know more about it.I think Azure Stack is a bit expensive, but it is defi...
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I lead the pre-sales at my office, so I focus on the overall operational aspect of it. If you ask me about the technicalities, I might not be able to answer you.I mostly deal with Office 365 and De...
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