Re: ** FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - RECORD-BREAKING TPC-C RECORD!! **

Hi David, In your previous message you say: >dasidwel@us.oracle.com (David Sidwell) writes: >[snip] >I would urge people to compare *real* audited numbers... >[snip] Ok, have it your way: Database Hardware CPUs tpmCs Cost/tpmC ------------- ----------- ---- ----- --------- SQL Server 11 HP9000 T500 12 5,621 $396 Oracle7.3 HP9000 T500 12 5,369 $535 NOTE: Both databases are in beta. That means that the 5 year cost of an HP9000 T500 with the above databases is: Oracle7.3 5,369 * $535 $2,872,415 SQL Server 11 5,621 * $396 $2,225,916 -------------- ---------- Sybase Savings $ 646,499 The total cost of the tested databases is about $200K each (give or take a few $10K). OK let's say, to err on the expensive side, that they cost $250K each. What I'm driving at here is that even if Oracle's software cost $0, the TOTAL COST of the system would be $396,499 HIGHER for Oracle. Sybase Savings $649,499 Reduction of Oracle7.3 software cost $250,000 ------------------------------------------ -------- Total 'Sybase Savigs' if Oracle7.3 is free $396,499 and Sybase SQL Server 11 costs $250,000. Why does a system running Sybase SQL Server 11 cost less than a system running Oracle7.3? It's simple: Sybase SQL Server 11 REQUIRES LESS memory and disk space to handle MORE user data and transactions than Oracle7.3, as is evident by the TPC Full Disclosure Documents. So, if you want to SPEND MORE MONEY for LOWER transaction rates and data storage by using ORACLE7.3, I have a suggestion. BUY SYBASE INSTEAD! Write a check for the cost of the system difference -- Sybase Savings of $646,499 -- to UNICEF (United Nations International Childrens Emergency Fund) and have a nice tax write off! Francisco *** Disclaimer: These are my opinions only and not those of my employer.