A physical server is a dedicated, standalone hardware that runs software and apps on one physical machine.
A virtual server shares hardware resources with a physical server while functioning in a virtualized environment.
Physical servers generally have higher upfront costs due to hardware purchases. Virtual servers are cost-effective, using existing hardware.
Physical servers offer dedicated resources, ensuring consistent performance. Virtual servers share resources, which may affect performance.
Physical servers require new hardware for scalability. Virtual servers are highly scalable, allowing easy addition of resources.
Physical servers may have longer downtimes due to hardware repairs. Virtual servers enable easy failover and quick recovery.