With the rapid growth of the Malaysia VPS market, RAKsmart has also launched its Malaysia VPS products, featuring China-optimized bandwidth specifically designed to enhance the experience for users in China. So how does it perform in real-world usage?
This article provides a comprehensive evaluation of the RAKsmart Malaysia VPS, including bandwidth speed, system performance, routing and return paths, and streaming media unlocking capabilities, offering practical and reliable insights.
RAKsmart official website:
www.raksmart.com
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## Package Overview
RAKsmart Malaysia VPS supports both Linux and Windows systems. Bandwidth options include China-optimized and international BGP routes. Storage options include HDD and SSD. CPU can scale up to 64 cores, and memory up to 64GB, offering flexible configurations.
The tested basic plans are as follows:
| Plan | CPU | RAM | Disk | Bandwidth | IP | Monthly Price | OS |
| MY 1024 | 1 CPU | 1024MB | HDD 25GB | China Optimized 5M | 1 IP | $7.96 | Linux |
| MY 1024 | 1 CPU | 1024MB | SSD 25GB | China Optimized 5M | 1 IP | $8.57 | Linux |
| MY 2048 | 2 CPU | 2048MB | HDD 40GB | China Optimized 10M | 1 IP | $15.61 | Linux |
| MY 2048 | 2 CPU | 2048MB | SSD 40GB | China Optimized 10M | 1 IP | $16.65 | Linux |
| MY 4096 | 4 CPU | 4096MB | HDD 80GB | China Optimized 10M | 1 IP | $18.30 | Windows/Linux |
| MY 4096 | 4 CPU | 4096MB | SSD 80GB | China Optimized 10M | 1 IP | $20.32 | Windows/Linux |
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## 1. Performance Test: CPU and Disk I/O
The RAKsmart Malaysia VPS uses Intel Xeon E5-2698 v4 processors, supports AES-NI instruction set and virtualization features, and is based on KVM architecture.
Disk I/O test results:
– 113 MB/s
– 220 MB/s
– 135 MB/s
Average: **156 MB/s**
Performance is moderate and suitable for website hosting and lightweight applications.
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## 2. Bandwidth Test: Stable Throughput
The 5M China-optimized bandwidth can be nearly fully utilized in tests. Upload and download speeds remain stable under domestic testing conditions, and in some cases even exceed the advertised bandwidth, making it suitable for users with moderate performance requirements.
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## 3. Routing Analysis: China Telecom CN2 Direct Connection Advantage
– **China Telecom**: CN2 GIA direct route to Kuala Lumpur, excellent performance
– **China Unicom**: Longer route via 169 backbone, London, Singapore, and Hong Kong
– **China Mobile**: Routes via Hong Kong and Singapore before reaching Malaysia, relatively stable
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## 4. Return Path Routing: Balanced Performance
The return routes among the three major networks are relatively balanced. Overall latency to China is moderate, with no significant transoceanic detours observed.
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## 5. Packet Loss Test
No packet loss was observed in most domestic regions. Slight packet loss may occur in some overseas nodes, but overall stability is suitable for deployments in China and Asia.
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## 6. Streaming Media Unlock Capability
The VPS can successfully unlock platforms such as:
– Netflix
– YouTube
– Disney+
It is suitable for cross-border entertainment and content access scenarios.
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## 7. Geekbench Score
– Single-core score: **903.7**
While not extremely high, it is sufficient for most basic application workloads. Multi-core results were not fully recorded and require further testing.
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## 8. Ping Test: Good Latency in China
– Average latency in China: **86ms**
– Asia region: stable performance
– Overseas average latency: **193ms**
Overall performance is acceptable.
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## Additional Information
RAKsmart Malaysia data center also offers:
– Dedicated server clusters
– High-bandwidth dedicated servers
– Bare metal cloud servers
It operates multiple data centers in the United States, Japan, Hong Kong, and South Korea, with nearly 20 years of operational experience and 24/7 technical support. It is suitable for multi-region deployment scenarios.
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## FAQ
### 1. Is RAKsmart Malaysia VPS suitable for website hosting?
Yes. It is especially suitable for websites targeting mainland China users. The 5M/10M China-optimized bandwidth provides stable access and low latency.
### 2. Which storage type is better?
– SSD: better performance and faster I/O
– HDD: larger storage and lower cost
### 3. Which operating systems are supported?
Both Linux and Windows are supported.
### 4. Is it suitable for proxy or cross-border networking?
It can be used for relay nodes, but it is not recommended for large-scale cross-border traffic operations. Users should comply with local laws and regulations.
