VMware VCF licensing is calculated using physical CPU cores rather than simply counting servers or CPU sockets. Broadcom's licensing rules specify a minimum of 16 licensed cores per physical processor, so a processor with fewer than 16 physical cores is still counted as 16 for licensing purposes. For example, an environment with four ESXi hosts, each containing two 24-core processors, requires 192 VCF core licenses based on the basic calculation. If those processors instead have 12 cores each, the minimum-core rule results in 128 licensed cores for the same number of hosts and processors. These examples illustrate core quantities and do not represent subscription prices. Organizations should verify the applicable program documentation and their contract before finalizing requirements. Accurate inventory of ESXi hosts, processors and physical cores helps reduce errors when preparing a VMware VCF quotation or renewal. Radiant Info Solutions can support VMware core calculations and licensing requirement assessments for businesses across India.
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