n4a-standard-1 by Google Cloud Platform

A dedicated single-core virtual machine with balanced memory for lightweight, predictable, and cost-efficient general-purpose workloads.

Google Cloud Platform n4a-standard-1 is an entry-level, general-purpose virtual machine within the n4a server family. It is configured with 1 dedicated vCPU utilizing the x86_64 architecture and 4.0 GB of system memory, establishing a balanced 1:4 vCPU-to-RAM ratio. The instance does not include local storage or integrated GPU accelerators, relying entirely on network-attached storage for its disk requirements. With its dedicated CPU allocation, the n4a-standard-1 offers predictable performance without the resource contention typical of shared-core environments. This server is designed for lightweight applications, including microservices, small web servers, development environments, and basic background processing tasks, providing a stable and cost-efficient resource profile for entry-level cloud deployments.