BandwagonHost has officially introduced a new Singapore datacenter for its Ultra VPS lineup, identified as SG_8 (Equinix SG1). This marks the fourth available location in the Ultra VPS series, joining Hong Kong, Osaka, and Tokyo.
The Ultra VPS lineup has always been positioned as BandwagonHost’s premium VPS product range, targeting users who require high-quality networking, premium international routes, low latency, and long-term stability. The newly launched Singapore SG_8 node leverages Equinix SG1 infrastructure and connects to multiple international and Chinese carrier networks, providing additional deployment options for users in Southeast Asia and China.
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Singapore SG_8 Datacenter Overview
According to official information, the new Ultra VPS deployment location is:
Location: Singapore Equinix SG1
Network highlights include:
- Equinix IX
- Cloudflare
- NTT
- China Telecom CN2 GIA
- China Mobile CMIN2
- China Unicom Premium
Based on its network resources, SG_8 is currently one of BandwagonHost’s higher-tier international network locations while also providing optimized connectivity for mainland China users.
Current Ultra VPS datacenter options include:
| Location | Datacenter Code |
|---|---|
| Hong Kong | HKHK_8 |
| Osaka, Japan | JPOS_6 |
| Tokyo, Japan | JPTYO_8 |
| Singapore | SG_8 |
BandwagonHost Ultra VPS Singapore SG_8 Pricing
The following configurations are currently available:
| SSD Storage | RAM | CPU | Monthly Traffic | Port Speed | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40GB RAID-10 SSD | 2GB | 2 Cores | 500GB/month | 1.5Gbps | $49.99/month Order Now |
| 80GB RAID-10 SSD | 4GB | 4 Cores | 1TB/month | 1.5Gbps | $86.99/month Order Now |
| 160GB RAID-10 SSD | 8GB | 6 Cores | 2TB/month | 2.5Gbps | $165.99/month Order Now |
| 320GB RAID-10 SSD | 16GB | 8 Cores | 4TB/month | 2.5Gbps | $329.99/month Order Now |
| 640GB RAID-10 SSD | 32GB | 10 Cores | 6TB/month | 5Gbps | $549.99/month Order Now |
| 1TB RAID-10 SSD | 64GB | 12 Cores | 8TB/month | 5Gbps | $1,059.99/month Order Now |
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Entry-Level Plan Specifications
Taking the SPECIAL 40G KVM PROMO V5 – SINGAPORE CN2 GIA plan as an example:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| SSD Storage | 40GB RAID-10 SSD |
| RAM | 2048MB |
| CPU | 2 × Intel Xeon |
| Monthly Traffic | 500GB |
| Port Speed | 1.5Gbps |
| Location | Singapore Equinix SG1 |
| Virtualization | KVM / KiwiVM |
| IPv4 | 1 Dedicated IPv4 |
| IPv6 | Routed /64 |
| Backups | Free Automatic Backups |
| Snapshots | Free Snapshots |
| Root Access | Supported |
| rDNS | Instant Modification via Control Panel |
| OS Reinstallation | Instant Reinstall Supported |
| ISO Mounting | Manual ISO Installation Supported |
| Private Networking | Secondary NIC Supported |
| SLA | 99.95% Uptime Guarantee |
Supported Operating Systems
The Singapore Ultra VPS node supports major Linux distributions, including:
- CentOS
- Debian
- Ubuntu
- Rocky Linux
- AlmaLinux
Users can reinstall and manage operating systems directly through the KiwiVM control panel.
Network Features
According to official information, SG_8 provides the following network resources:
China Telecom
Connected via:
- China Telecom CN2 GIA
CN2 GIA is China Telecom’s premium international backbone, known for excellent cross-border routing quality, low latency, and strong performance during peak hours.
China Mobile
Connected via:
- China Mobile CMIN2
CMIN2 is one of China Mobile’s premium international network resources and has shown significant improvements in overseas connectivity quality in recent years.
China Unicom
Connected via:
- China Unicom Premium
Designed to provide optimized international access for China Unicom users.
Global Connectivity
Also connected to:
- Equinix IX
- Cloudflare
- NTT
These connections provide a solid networking foundation for international services, cross-border applications, and global business deployments.
Ultra Series Positioning
Compared with BandwagonHost’s standard CN2 GIA VPS offerings, the Ultra VPS lineup focuses on:
- Higher-tier datacenter infrastructure
- Premium international network connectivity
- Larger bandwidth allocations
- Free automatic backups
- Free snapshot functionality
- IPv6 /64 support
- Enterprise and high-end users
Rather than competing on price, the Ultra series is designed around network quality, stability, and infrastructure excellence.
Publicly Available Information
Additional testing of the SG_8 node is currently underway, and a full review has not yet been published.
Based on information already shared by users:
- CPU platform reported as AMD EPYC 7003 series
- Geekbench single-core score around 1401
- Geekbench multi-core score around 7585 (6-core configuration)
- Weighted hardware benchmark score approximately 109,000 points
- Optimized return routes reported across all three major Chinese carriers
- Some users report strong bandwidth performance even during peak hours
Actual network performance, routing behavior, and long-term stability will require further testing and observation.
Conclusion
The addition of the Singapore SG_8 (Equinix SG1) node further strengthens BandwagonHost’s Ultra VPS presence across Asia. The Ultra series now spans four major locations: Hong Kong, Tokyo, Osaka, and Singapore.
For users deploying Southeast Asian services, cross-border applications, international business workloads, or projects requiring premium network quality, SG_8 offers access to CN2 GIA, CMIN2, and China Unicom Premium connectivity while maintaining the high-end positioning of the Ultra VPS lineup. More comprehensive performance and routing evaluations will provide deeper insights into the real-world capabilities of this new Singapore node as additional testing becomes available.
