Load balancing · AWS vs Google Cloud
Network Load Balancer vs Network Load Balancer
Network Load Balancer maps to Google Cloud Network Load Balancers, either proxy (TCP/SSL) or passthrough (TCP/UDP preserving client IP).
Side-by-side comparison
| Aspect | Amazon Web Services | Google Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Service | Network Load Balancer | Network Load Balancer |
| Lifecycle | Generally available | Generally available |
| What it is | Layer 4 (TCP, UDP, TLS) load balancer for very high throughput and low latency, with static IPs per AZ and source IP preservation. | Layer 4 load balancers in proxy and passthrough modes. |
| Pricing model | Per NLB-hour plus per NLCU-hour. | Hourly charge per forwarding rule plus data processed. |
| Docs | Network Load Balancer docs | Network Load Balancer docs |
| Pricing page | Network Load Balancer pricing | Network Load Balancer pricing |
Key differences
- Passthrough load balancers are regional and don't terminate connections.
Pricing summary
Pricing models only. No prices are quoted because they change by region and over time.
- AWS
- Per NLB-hour plus per NLCU-hour. Network Load Balancer pricing →
- GCP
- Hourly charge per forwarding rule plus data processed. Network Load Balancer pricing →
And on Azure?
Direct match Azure's equivalent is Azure Load Balancer (Standard). AWS vs Azure comparison →
FAQ
What is the Google Cloud equivalent of Network Load Balancer?
Network Load Balancer maps to Google Cloud Network Load Balancers, either proxy (TCP/SSL) or passthrough (TCP/UDP preserving client IP).
How does pricing compare between Network Load Balancer and Network Load Balancer?
AWS: Per NLB-hour plus per NLCU-hour. Google Cloud: Hourly charge per forwarding rule plus data processed. Check the official pricing pages for current rates.
What is the Azure equivalent?
Azure Load Balancer (Standard) (direct match). Network Load Balancer maps to Azure Load Balancer (Standard).