YugabyteDB, the first distributed SQL database to achieve AWS Graviton Ready status, has successfully optimized its performance with the new ARM-based processors, providing a 20% cost savings compared to existing EC2 instance types. By testing and optimizing YugabyteDB on Graviton-based instances, the company was able to deliver equivalent throughput while reducing costs. The journey involved adding features that supported the ARM architecture, benchmarking performance, and implementing optimizations such as compiler flags and operating system changes. With the success of this partnership, customers now have more options for choosing between platforms and chipsets, allowing them to select the best fit for their unique needs and preferences.