AWS SAA · 20%
Design Cost-Optimized Architectures
Design Cost-Optimized Architectures is 20% of the AWS Certified Solutions Architect — Associate (SAA-C03) (AWS SAA), administered by AWS. It falls under the IT Certifications category.
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Domain | Design Cost-Optimized Architectures |
| Exam | AWS Certified Solutions Architect — Associate (SAA-C03) (AWS SAA) |
| Domain Weight | 20% |
| Governing Body | AWS |
| Available in App | Cloud Cert Exam Prep: AWS, Azure & GCP |
| Official Source | AWS official website ↗ |
AWS SAA Design Cost-Optimized Architectures: FAQ
How much of the AWS SAA covers Design Cost-Optimized Architectures?
Design Cost-Optimized Architectures accounts for 20% of the AWS SAA, which has 65 questions total. AWS publishes the official exam content outline with the most current weighting. The C3RT app covers all 4 AWS SAA content areas.
What is the AWS SAA exam format and how does Design Cost-Optimized Architectures fit in?
The AWS SAA has 4 content areas across 65 questions in 130 minutes, with a passing score of 720/1000 (scaled). Design Cost-Optimized Architectures is content area 4 of 4 and carries 20% of the total exam weight. The other content areas are Design Secure Architectures, Design Resilient Architectures, Design High-Performing Architectures.
How do I study for the Design Cost-Optimized Architectures section of the AWS SAA?
Targeted practice by content area is the most effective approach. The C3RT Cloud Cert Exam Prep: AWS, Azure & GCP app for iOS and Mac tags every practice question by content area, so you can isolate Design Cost-Optimized Architectures questions, track your accuracy, and focus study time on your weak spots. Combine focused practice sets with full-length timed mock exams as your test date approaches.
How many questions are on the AWS SAA and what is the passing score?
The AWS SAA consists of 65 questions in 130 minutes, with a passing score of 720/1000 (scaled). It is administered by AWS and the exam fee is $150 USD. The C3RT app includes full-length practice exams that mirror the real format across all 4 content areas.
Where can I find official AWS resources for Design Cost-Optimized Architectures?
The official source for AWS SAA content outlines and study resources is the AWS website. The exam blueprint, which details all content areas including Design Cost-Optimized Architectures, is published there. C3RT is not affiliated with AWS. It is a third-party practice platform that supplements official materials with 65+ practice questions, flashcards, and study tools across all 4 content areas.
Design Cost-Optimized Architectures is a content area on the AWS Certified Solutions Architect — Associate (SAA-C03) (AWS SAA), a IT Certifications exam administered by AWS. C3RT is not affiliated with AWS. Certification names and trademarks are the property of their respective organisations. Official exam information is available at the AWS website.