Enthusiast-class hardware and software in our servers have been specifically selected and tested to work with demanding trading platforms, even during times of volatility.
Secure
The entire connection between your device and our servers is fully encrypted. Data centers feature active DDoS protection, firewalls, biometric, and manned security.
Green
Our data centers use 100% renewable energy or are in process of getting there. 1% of all profits go back to reducing carbon footprint via reforestation and habitat protection.
Server Hardware
Guaranteed Resources
All advertised plan hardware (like CPU speed) are guaranteed and provisioned to your VPS or dedicated server - you don't share your hardware with other clients so things like CPU can run sustained maximum speeds with no limits (see ChartVPS Overdrive technology below).
Dedicated Networking
10 Gbps burst network connectivity for VPS plans and 1 Gbps unmetered, sustained for dedicated servers. For reference, most other providers offer only 100 Mbps (0.1 Gbps). All plans come with a dedicated (static) IP address - will will not change unless you request it.
High-Bandwidth Memory
Ultra fast DDR4 (soon DDR5) RAM capable of automatically detecting and self-correcting data errors (via ECC technology). Multi-channel, high bandwidth data transfer between CPU and RAM.
Speedy Processors
Modern generation, genuine Intel Xeon and AMD Epyc/Ryzen processors, each tested for stability and performance via Passmark. We only carry enthusiast or enterprise class CPU, which ensure stability and reliability.
Ultra-Low Latency
0-2ms latency between our data centers and area brokers/exchanges e.g. ChartVPS Chicago and CME. High frequency trading (HFT) tested and verified, with low/no slippage order execution.
Speedy Storage
All plans feature high-speed SSD (solid state drive) storage, including NVMe, NAND, and PCIe Gen 4 varieties, which are up to 10 times faster than Gen 3 SSDs and 100x faster than conventional hard drives. Platforms and charts load in seconds, applications install and launch near instantaneously.
Full Admin Access
You are the driver. Every server comes with full administrative, root access and privileges. That means you can install and run any programs you wish, and configure the server to what you need it to do
Max Security
Military-grade encryption between your local devices and VPS, with connectivity via custom RDP ports (protection against IP scanning bots). Software and hardware firewalls. Active DDoS protection. Biometric and manned security at data centers.
Generous Load Balancing
Not all servers are the same - ours come with gratuitous amounts of hardware resources delivered via intelligent load balancing. So a dual core VPS on paper delivers true dual core performance in the real world. Does not apply to dedicated servers since they get 100% the resources.
Rock-Solid Stability
Self-healing technology - your VPS is automatically migrated to another hardware node if the current experiences technical issues, ensuring stability and uptime. Dedicated servers are thoroughly tested for heat dissipation and things like memory operations before being delivered.
Network & Infrastructure
Industry-Leading Uptime
Extremely high 99.99% real server uptime; 100% uptime SLA. While some providers only publish SLA, we are happy to share our real uptime, because it is the one that ultimately affects your connectivity.
Extensive Network
We're part of an extensive global optical network (Internet backbone), running at end-to-end speeds of 720 Gbps (intercity) and 320 Gbps (metropolitan areas).
Top-tier Connectivity
We have 15 network providers (including Cogent, Level 3, AT&T, Qwest, Suddenlink) supplying redundancy internet connections, ensuring your VPS remains on-line, even if some of them go down.
Network Routing
Broader Gateway Protocol (BGP) with intelligent routing, ensuring your data is sent via fastest, most reliable path (continually tested on real-world performance).
Power Management
Power grid priority with power supply redundancy - 2N power via 4 power plants; uninterruptable power supply (on site fuel) with generators tested bi-weekly.
Security and DDoS
Network-wide DDoS (distributed denial-of-service) protection with advanced detection algorithms, guarding servers from attacks, hacks, and malware.
Our Certifications
We are collocated inside enterprise data centers like Equinix, TierPoint, Deft, QTS, Digital Realty. They are audited (SSAE 18, SOC 2 Type II, PCI-DSS, GLBA, HIPAA standards), compliant to ITAR and EU-US Privacy Shield, and LEED and Energy Star certified.
Green and Sustainable
Servers consume a lot of power. Many of our data centers are already carbon-neutral, running on 100% renewables. The rest are getting there, pronto. We also give 1% of our profits to organizations undertaking reforestation and habitat protection.
Controlled Environment
Advanced data center cooling with APC's high-grade InRow cooling infrastructure. Humidity monitoring, Xtralis's VESDA smoke detection, dry-pipe fire suppression.
Performance Benchmarks
Trader VPS
Daytrader VPS
Professional VPS
Alpha Mark-1
Alpha Mark-2
Alpha Mark-3
Institutional Server
Quant Server
Benchmarking Environment
Trader VPS
Trader VPS
A great place to start for those running only a few strategies/charts. Trader VPS comes with 2 high frequency Xeon cores, 4GB of fast ECC DDR4 RAM, and speedy NVMe SSD storage. Better than 65% of tested world computers, this is a capable midlevel configuration intended for traders looking to trade up to 30 charts.
Highlights
Midrange CPU Passmark score of 5000 or higher = high frequency trading compatible
Overall passmark score of 3400+ = better than 65% of world’s tested computers
10 Gbps Internet connection with 0-1ms latency to NYSE, NASDAQ, CME, CBOT and regional brokers = fast order fills
New-generation, ultra-fast NVMe Solid-State Drive (SSD) with the very high Disk Mark score of 6500+
Overall system performance comparable to HP Spectre X360 (8th gen i7)
Daytrader VPS
Daytrader VPS
Featuring three cache-rich Xeon CPU cores in combination with 8GB ECC DDR4 RAM, and NVMe SSD storage, Daytrader yields performance that’s better than 3/4 of world’s computers.
Highlights
A high CPU Passmark score of 8000 or higher = high frequency trading compatible
Ranks in top 25% of world’s best performing computers (Passmark system score @ 4047 / 75th percentile)
10 Gbps Internet connection with 0-1ms latency to NYSE, NASDAQ, CME, CBOT and regional brokers = fast order fills
New-generation, ultra-fast NVMe Solid-State Drive (SSD) with the very high Disk Mark score of 8500+
Overall system performance comparable to the Dell XPS 15 9560 featuring Intel i7 8550U processor or Acert Nitro 5
Professional VPS
Professional VPS
With 4 Xeon CPU cores, 16GB of DDR4 ECC RAM, and NVMe storage, Professional VPS ranks in the top 20% of world’s best performing computers, capable of running up to 80 charts. This and Institutional/Quant plans are mainly used by professional traders, hedgers, portfolio managers, and small financial institutions.
Highlights
Very high CPU Mark score of 10500 or higher = in the top 19% of world’s tested processors; high frequency trading compatible
Ranks in top 21% of world’s best performing computers (Passmark system score @ 4300+ / 79th percentile)
10 Gbps Internet connection with 0-1ms latency to NYSE, NASDAQ, CME, CBOT and regional brokers = fast order fills
New-generation, ultra-fast NVMe Solid-State Drive (SSD) with the very high Disk Mark score of 8500+
Overall system performance comparable to the HP ProBook 445 G7 (Ryzen 4500U)
Alpha Mark-1
Alpha Mark-1
A perfect entry point for traders running a moderate number of strategies and charts. Alpha Mark-1 comes with 2 high-performance dedicated cores from the Ryzen 7950X3D CPU at 4.2GHz+ each, paired with 8GB of fast DDR5 RAM and a 128GB Gen4 NVMe SSD for swift disk operations. With a CPU Passmark score of 6600 and an overall system score of 6500, this configuration is ideal for traders looking to trade up to 30 charts efficiently.
Highlights
High-performance Ryzen 7950X CPU with a Passmark score of 6500 = capable of handling demanding trading workloads
Overall system Passmark score of 6450 = better than 70% of the world’s tested computers
Powered by the state-of-the-art Zen 4 architecture, the Ryzen 7950X3D offers unrivaled single-threaded performance = perfect for NinjaTrader and other single-threaded applications.
1 Gbps Internet connection with 0-1 latency to major exchanges = near-instant order execution
Cutting-edge Gen4 NVMe SSD for ultra-fast storage and data access
Unmetered traffic ensures no data caps or throttling
Alpha Mark-2
Alpha Mark-2
This configuration features 4 dedicated cores from the powerful Ryzen 7950X3D CPU, each running at 4.2GHz+, 16GB of high-speed DDR5 RAM, and a spacious 256GB Gen4 NVMe SSD. With a CPU Passmark score of 13000 and an overall system score of 9700, Alpha Mark-2 is perfect for traders aiming to manage up to 60 charts with ease.
Highlights
Powerful Ryzen 7950X3D CPU with a Passmark score of 13000 = effortlessly handles complex trading strategies
Overall system Passmark score of 9700 = outperforms 93% of the world’s tested computers
Leveraging the groundbreaking Zen 4 architecture, the Ryzen 7950X3D delivers top-tier single-threaded performance = ideal for traders using NinjaTrader and similar applications.
1 Gbps Internet connection with 0-1 latency to major exchanges = near-instant order execution
High-capacity Gen4 NVMe SSD for rapid storage and data retrieval
Unmetered traffic for uninterrupted trading without data limitations
Alpha Mark-3
Alpha Mark-3
This top-tier configuration boasts 8 dedicated cores from the cutting-edge Ryzen 7950X3D CPU, each running at 4.2GHz+, paired with 32GB of high-performance DDR5 RAM and a massive 512GB Gen4 NVMe SSD. With an impressive CPU Passmark score of 24300 and an overall system score of 12600, Alpha Mark-3 is designed for traders who need to manage 120+ charts.
Highlights
Cutting-edge Ryzen 7950X3D CPU with a Passmark score of 24300 = tackles the most demanding trading workloads with ease
Overall system Passmark score of 12600 = outshines 98% of the world’s tested computers
With its revolutionary Zen 4 architecture, the Ryzen 7950X3D provides unparalleled single-threaded performance = ensuring fluid trading experiences in NinjaTrader and other single-threaded-focused applications.
1 Gbps Internet connection with 0-1 latency to major exchanges = near-instant order execution
Massive 512GB Gen4 NVMe SSD for high-speed storage and data access
Unmetered traffic ensures unrestrained trading without data caps or throttling
Institutional Server
Institutional (Dedicated Server)
Physical, dedicated computer featuring a modern generation 8-core/16-CPU thread AMD Ryzen or Intel Xeon processor, 64GB of DDR4 ECC RAM, and NVMe/Gen4 SSD storage. Institutional ranks between Professional VPS and Quant (the other dedicated server) and is in the top 4% world’s best performing processors. Overall, Institutional is better than 96% of all world computers. Capable of running up to 200 charts, ChartVPS Institutional dedicated server is primarily used by professional traders who want their own physical machine.
Highlights
Ranks in top 4% of world’s most powerful computers (Passmark system score @ 5960 / 96th percentile)
Very high CPU Mark score of 13949: 30% above Professional VPS and better performing than 93% of world’s CPUs
Hyperthreading technology doubles processing threads per core (8 physical + 8 logical), resulting in CPU performance similar to a 18 to 20-core VPS
New generation, ultra-fast NVMe or Gen 4 Solid-State Drive (SSD) yields a Disk Mark score of 5040 (top 10% of world’s fastest SSDs)
1 Gbps Internet connection (with 500Mbps guaranteed minimum) with unmetered (unlimited bandwidth) provides connectivity that is 10 times faster than that of a typical VPS provider
Network latency is industry-leading 0-1ms
Overall system performance comparable to Razer Blade (Intel i7-9750H + Nvidia RTX 2070 GPU variant)
Quant Server
Quant (Dedicated Server)
Our best performing system is an AMD Ryzen / Intel Xeon or i9 16-core powerhouse capable of running 32 simultaneous CPU threads, and it does so with 128GB of ultra-fast DDR4-2666-3200 RAM. Quant Server ranks in the top 3% of all world computers and is intended for most intensive trading setups, complex quantitative analysis, and elaborate financial simulations and optimizations.
Highlights
Ranks in top 3% of world’s most powerful computers (Passmark system score @ 6144 / 97th percentile)
Very high CPU Mark score of 18872: 35% above Institutional Prime Server and better performing than 97% of world’s CPUs
Hyperthreading technology doubles processing threads per core per CPU (16 cores x 2 threads = 32 CPU threads), resulting in CPU performance similar to a 30-32-core VPS
New generation, ultra-fast NVMe or Gen 4 Solid-State Drive (SSD) yields a Disk Mark score of 5040 (top 10% of world’s fastest SSDs)
1 Gbps Internet connection (with 500Mbps guaranteed minimum) with unmetered (unlimited bandwidth) provides connectivity that is 10 times faster than that of a typical VPS provider
Network latency is industry-leading 0-1ms
CPU performance comparable to modern Intel i9 and AMD 9 / Threadripper series
Overall system performance comparable to the Alienware X51 Threadripper Desktop
Benchmarking Environment
Benchmarking Environment
All benchmark tests were performed using Passmark 9, the industry standard software for objectively measuring performance of computer hardware. Two benchmarks were completed:
The first compared each ChartVPS plan to all tests ever performed, representing all of the world’s computers.
The second compared each ChartVPS plan to peer devices, those computers within the performance range of the plan being tested. Peer comparison gives you a sense of familiarity – the kind of performance they can expect if a VPS or dedicated plan were a consumer computer.
Hardware Testing Methodology
Each VPS plan had individual hardware components tested in specific scenarios, representing different real-world applications, in order to test for comprehensiveness and avoid bias. Listed below are the hardware we benchmarked and associated tests:
Processor (CPU)
Single-Threaded Performance (applications utilizing a single core – Ninjatrader preferences single-threaded performance)
Multi-Threaded Performance (applications capable of parallel processing, making use of multiple cores, such as TradeStation and MultiCharts)
Speed of Reading and Writing across different file sizes
Latency
Responsiveness with various memory loads
Storage (Solid State Drive – SSD)
Speed of Reading and Writing across different file sizes
Data search within disk files
Responsiveness with various memory loads
Input/Output Operations Per Second (IOPS)
Graphics (2D)
Speed of rendering graphical user interface (GUI) elements
Rendering of vectors, bitmaps, and text
Network & Latency
Network, including latency and speed of connection, was tested outside Passmark via multi-locational ping from our VPS to popular brokers (Interactive Brokers, TradeStation, etc.) and exchanges, to provide a more relevant guide of what traders can expect when placing orders. A few remarks:
Trader, Daytrader, Professional VPS plans run have an ultra-fast burstable 10 Gbps network connection – that means the speed can reach 10 Gbps but it averages 3-4 Gbps.
Institutional and Quant plans feature a 1Gbps unmetered, dedicated network line, meaning there are no bandwidth restrictions and the speed is a constant 1Gbps.
While important, network latency should not be the main focus when looking for a reliable trading server. Equally important is the computer’s ability to perform calculations quickly and in parallel (across multiple cores), and it must do so with stability (without overheating, throttling etc.). Our servers are built to avoid those bottlenecks. A slower, bottlenecked computer that has 1ms network latency will execute orders slower in the real world than a faster, bottleneck-free computer that has 10ms network latency. This is because the faster machine is able to load and process data with no queue. Unless you trade nanosecond-sensitive strategies, like arbitrage, as long as your latency is under 20ms, you can expect immediate fills, even for high frequency trading strategies like scalping.
ChartVPS NEXT: Algos as a service
Developed for traders looking to augment their trading strategies, or discover new ones, ChartVPS NEXT is an extensive algo framework that incorporates numerous fields of asset valuation, including price action, statistics, volume, momentum, and quantitative analysis. These strategies are published via trading rooms (signals) and scripts (indicators, etc.).
Access to ChartVPS NEXT is included with all plans.
