A10 vs RTX A4000

AmperevsAmpereUpdated 35 days ago

The A10 emerges as the superior choice for most machine learning workloads due to its 24 GB VRAM, 600 GB/s bandwidth, and 31.2 TFLOPS performance, enabling larger models and batches than the RTX A4000's 16 GB and 19.2 TFLOPS. Budget constraints may favor the cheaper RTX A4000, but for demanding training and inference, the A10 delivers unmatched capability.

A10 from $0.60/hrRTX A4000 from $0.08/hr

Specifications Compared

SpecA10RTX-A4000
TDP150W140W
VRAM24 GB16 GB
CUDA Cores9,2166,144
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
ArchitectureAmpereAmpere
Form FactorsPCIePCIe
Interconnect
Tensor Cores288192
FP16 Performance31.2 TFLOPS19.2 TFLOPS
FP32 Performance31.2 TFLOPS19.2 TFLOPS
INT8 Performance250 TOPS
Memory Bandwidth600 GB/s448 GB/s

Performance Analysis

The A10 outperforms the RTX A4000 in raw compute with 31.2 TFLOPS in both FP16 and FP32, compared to 19.2 TFLOPS for the RTX A4000: this translates to roughly 62% higher throughput for training deep learning models and inference on large neural networks. Equivalent FP16 and FP32 rates on both GPUs indicate balanced precision handling, ideal for mixed-precision training where FP16 accelerates computations without FP32 accuracy loss.

Memory specifications further differentiate them. The A10's 24 GB VRAM versus 16 GB on the RTX A4000 enables larger batch sizes in training, reducing overhead from frequent data swaps. Its 600 GB/s bandwidth exceeds the RTX A4000's 448 GB/s by 34%, minimizing bottlenecks in data-heavy workloads like Stable Diffusion where high-resolution image generation demands rapid memory access.

Power efficiency tilts slightly toward the RTX A4000 at 140W TDP against 150W, yielding better performance per watt for prolonged inference tasks. However, the A10's specs dominate in scenarios requiring maximum throughput, such as fine-tuning large language models.

Live Cloud Pricing

Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.

A10

ProviderGPU ModelVRAMHost SpecsRegionPriceStatusAction
LeaderGPU
LeaderGPU
10×NVIDIA A10
24GB VRAM
$0.60/GPU/hr
$6.00/hr total (10×)
Available
Vast.ai
Vast.ai
NVIDIA A100 SXM4 80GB
80GB VRAM
$0.73/GPU/hr
Available
Vast.ai
Vast.ai
2×NVIDIA A100 SXM4 80GB
80GB VRAM
$0.73/GPU/hr
$1.47/hr total (2×)
Available
LeaderGPU
LeaderGPU
8×NVIDIA A100 PCIe 80GB
80GB VRAM
$0.90/GPU/hr
$7.20/hr total (8×)
Available
Vast.ai
Vast.ai
NVIDIA A100 SXM4 80GB
80GB VRAM
$1.00/GPU/hr
Available

RTX A4000

ProviderGPU ModelVRAMHost SpecsRegionPriceStatusAction
TensorDock
TensorDock
NVIDIA RTX A4000
16GB VRAM
$0.08/GPU/hr
Available
Vast.ai
Vast.ai
8×NVIDIA RTX A4000
16GB VRAM
$0.15/GPU/hr
$1.17/hr total (8×)
Available
Hyperstack
Hyperstack
4×NVIDIA RTX A4000
16GB VRAM
$0.15/GPU/hr
$0.60/hr total (4×)
Available
Hyperstack
Hyperstack
2×NVIDIA RTX A4000
16GB VRAM
$0.15/GPU/hr
$0.30/hr total (2×)
Available
Hyperstack
Hyperstack
NVIDIA RTX A4000
16GB VRAM
$0.15/GPU/hr
Available

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When to Choose the A10

Select the A10 for memory-constrained workloads needing 24 GB VRAM, such as training models with batch sizes exceeding what 16 GB supports. Its 600 GB/s bandwidth and 31.2 TFLOPS performance excel in high-throughput inference for enterprise AI pipelines. Despite higher costs from $0.60 per hour, the A10 justifies selection when scaling large datasets without multi-GPU setups.

When to Choose the RTX A4000

Opt for the RTX A4000 in cost-sensitive deployments where 16 GB VRAM suffices for most inference tasks at 19.2 TFLOPS. Its pricing from $0.08 per hour across 28 offers provides exceptional value for prototyping or small-scale fine-tuning. The 140W TDP suits dense cloud instances prioritizing efficiency over peak capacity.

Use Cases

LLM Training
A10

The A10's 24 GB VRAM and 31.2 TFLOPS FP16 performance handle larger models and batches better than the RTX A4000's 16 GB and 19.2 TFLOPS.

LLM Inference
A10

Higher 600 GB/s bandwidth on the A10 supports faster token generation for LLMs compared to 448 GB/s on the RTX A4000.

Fine-tuning
Either

Both GPUs offer sufficient Ampere tensor cores; choose A10 for datasets over 16 GB or RTX A4000 for budget under $0.31 per hour average.

Stable Diffusion
A10

A10's 24 GB VRAM accommodates high-resolution generations without swapping, outperforming RTX A4000's 16 GB limit.

Scientific Computing
RTX A4000

RTX A4000's lower $0.08 per hour pricing and 140W TDP provide cost-effective FP32 compute at 19.2 TFLOPS for simulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the VRAM difference between A10 and RTX A4000?

The A10 has 24 GB GDDR6 VRAM, while the RTX A4000 offers 16 GB GDDR6. This 8 GB gap allows the A10 to manage larger models in training.

How do their prices compare in the cloud?

A10 pricing starts at $0.60 per hour averaging $1.06 across three offers. RTX A4000 begins at $0.08 per hour averaging $0.31 across 28 offers.

Which has higher FP32 performance?

The A10 delivers 31.2 TFLOPS FP32, surpassing the RTX A4000's 19.2 TFLOPS by 62%. This benefits compute-intensive tasks like simulations.

What are their memory bandwidth specs?

A10 provides 600 GB/s bandwidth versus RTX A4000's 448 GB/s. The A10's higher rate reduces data transfer delays in ML workflows.

Are they suitable for the same form factors?

Both use PCIe form factors with no interconnect specified. They fit standard cloud instances without adapter needs.

Which is more power efficient?

RTX A4000 has a 140W TDP compared to A10's 150W. It offers better efficiency for always-on inference at lower costs.

Which is cheaper to rent, the A10 or the RTX A4000?

Cloud rental prices for both the A10 and RTX A4000 vary by provider, configuration, and availability. This page shows live pricing from 25+ providers updated every 60 seconds. Scroll to the Live Cloud Pricing section to compare current rates.

How much VRAM does the A10 have compared to the RTX A4000?

The A10 has 24 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX A4000 has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory.

Can I find A10 and RTX A4000 GPUs available to rent right now?

Yes. This page shows real-time availability across 25+ cloud GPU providers. The Live Cloud Pricing section displays only in-stock offers with current pricing.

What is the main difference between the A10 and the RTX A4000?

The A10 uses the Ampere architecture (2021) while the RTX A4000 uses Ampere (2021). The A10 delivers 1.6x the FP16 throughput and 1.3x the memory bandwidth of the RTX A4000.

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