Specifications Compared
| Spec | A30 | RTX-4070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 165W | 200W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 3,584 | 5,888 |
| Memory Type | HBM2 | GDDR6X |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | |
| Tensor Cores | 224 | 184 |
| FP16 Performance | 10.3 TFLOPS | 29.1 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 10.3 TFLOPS | 29.1 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 5.2 TFLOPS | |
| INT8 Performance | 165 TOPS | 466 TOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 933 GB/s | 504 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
Raw compute power sets the RTX 4070 Ti apart: its 40 TFLOPS FP16 and FP32 rates deliver nearly 3.9 times the A30's 10.3 TFLOPS, accelerating neural network training where FP16 halves memory use and FP32 handles precise computations. Inference benefits similarly with lower latency on smaller batches.
Memory specs shape real-world viability: A30's 24 GB HBM2 and 933 GB/s bandwidth enable larger batch sizes for LLMs, avoiding out-of-memory errors on models over 12 GB that challenge RTX 4070 Ti's GDDR6X at 504 GB/s. Bandwidth disparity reduces stalls in memory-bound inference serving.
TDP varies at 165W for A30 versus 285W for RTX 4070 Ti: the latter achieves 0.14 TFLOPS per watt compared to A30's 0.062 TFLOPS per watt, enhancing efficiency in high-performance cloud instances.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
RTX 4070 Ti
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 RunPod | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti 12GB VRAM | 12GB | 6 vCPU 30GB RAM | 🌍global | $0.50/GPU/hr |
When to Choose the A30
The A30 outperforms in memory-constrained environments: 24 GB HBM2 VRAM handles LLMs or datasets exceeding 12 GB on RTX 4070 Ti. Its 933 GB/s bandwidth sustains high-throughput inference with minimal latency.
Power-limited data centers favor A30's 165W TDP over 285W, enabling denser packing and lower cooling costs. NVLink interconnect scales multi-GPU inference effectively.
When to Choose the RTX 4070 Ti
Choose RTX 4070 Ti for compute-heavy workloads: 40 TFLOPS FP16 and FP32 speeds training and fine-tuning 3.9x over A30's 10.3 TFLOPS. Ada Lovelace optimizations boost generative tasks like diffusion models.
Cloud accessibility shines with pricing from $0.08/hr (average $0.22/hr) across 5 offers, versus A30's lack of live availability.
Use Cases
RTX 4070 Ti's 40 TFLOPS FP16 outperforms A30's 10.3 TFLOPS, reducing training time by nearly 4x on standard batches.
A30's 24 GB VRAM and 933 GB/s bandwidth manage large models and batches better than RTX 4070 Ti's 12 GB and 504 GB/s.
The 40 TFLOPS FP32 on RTX 4070 Ti accelerates iterations 3.9x faster than A30's 10.3 TFLOPS for efficient adaptation.
Ada Lovelace on RTX 4070 Ti with 40 TFLOPS generates images quicker than Ampere A30 at 10.3 TFLOPS.
RTX 4070 Ti suits compute-bound simulations at 40 TFLOPS; A30 fits memory-intensive ones with 24 GB HBM2 and 933 GB/s.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much VRAM do A30 and RTX 4070 Ti have?▾
A30 provides 24 GB HBM2 VRAM; RTX 4070 Ti has 12 GB GDDR6X. A30 supports bigger models as a result. Bandwidth reaches 933 GB/s on A30 versus 504 GB/s on RTX 4070 Ti.
Which has better FP16/FP32 performance?▾
RTX 4070 Ti delivers 40 TFLOPS FP16 and FP32; A30 offers 10.3 TFLOPS. This yields almost 4x speedup for training. FP16 aids mixed-precision workflows.
What are the power consumption differences?▾
A30 TDP is 165W; RTX 4070 Ti TDP is 285W. A30 enables more efficient dense racks. RTX 4070 Ti provides 0.14 TFLOPS per watt versus 0.062.
What cloud pricing exists for these GPUs?▾
RTX 4070 Ti starts at $0.08/hr, averaging $0.22/hr over 5 offers. A30 has no live offers currently. Pricing favors RTX 4070 Ti availability.
Which GPU supports NVLink?▾
A30 includes NVLink for multi-GPU connectivity. RTX 4070 Ti has no interconnect listed. NVLink aids A30 in scaled training setups.
What architectures do they use?▾
A30 runs Ampere from 2021; RTX 4070 Ti uses Ada Lovelace from 2023. Ada brings efficiency gains. Both fit PCIe cloud slots.
Which is cheaper to rent, the A30 or the RTX 4070?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the A30 and RTX 4070 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 A30 have compared to the RTX 4070?▾
The A30 has 24 GB of HBM2 memory. The RTX 4070 has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory.
Can I find A30 and RTX 4070 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 A30 and the RTX 4070?▾
The A30 uses the Ampere architecture (2021) while the RTX 4070 uses Ada Lovelace (2023). The RTX 4070 delivers 2.8x the FP16 throughput and 1.9x the memory bandwidth of the A30.