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Azure Virtual Desktop vs Windows 365
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Azure Virtual Desktop
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AVD Cost Breakdown
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Annual Projection
12-Month AVD Cost
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12-Month W365 Cost
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36-Month TCO Savings
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Feature Comparison: AVD vs Windows 365
| Feature | Azure Virtual Desktop | Windows 365 |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment Complexity | Complex (requires Azure expertise) | Simple (managed service) |
| Cost Optimization | High (autoscaling, reserved instances) | Limited (fixed per-user pricing) |
| Multi-session Support | Yes (Windows 11 Multi-session) | No (single-session only) |
| Custom VM Sizes | Full flexibility | Fixed SKUs only |
| Management Overhead | High (infrastructure management) | Low (fully managed) |
| Predictable Costs | Variable (usage-based) | Fixed per user |
| GPU Support | Yes (NV, NC series) | Limited (premium SKUs) |
| Hybrid Benefit | Supported | Not applicable |
| Best For | Large enterprises, variable workloads | SMBs, predictable user counts |
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