Specifications Compared
| Spec | B200 | H100 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 1000W | 700W |
| VRAM | 192 GB | 80-94 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 18,432 | 16,896 |
| Memory Type | HBM3e | HBM3 |
| Architecture | Blackwell | Hopper |
| Form Factors | SXM, NVL | SXM5, PCIe, NVL |
| Interconnect | NVLink, PCIe 6.0, InfiniBand | NVLink, PCIe 5.0, InfiniBand |
| Tensor Cores | 576 | 528 |
| FP8 Performance | 9,000 TFLOPS | 3,958 TFLOPS |
| FP16 Performance | 4,500 TFLOPS | 1,979 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 90 TFLOPS | 67 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 45 TFLOPS | 34 TFLOPS |
| INT8 Performance | 9,000 TOPS | 3,958 TOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 8,000 GB/s | 3,350 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The B200 NVL outperforms the H100 PCIe significantly in FP16 tensor performance at 4500 TFLOPS versus 1979 TFLOPS, enabling faster AI model training where half-precision computations dominate. This gap translates to roughly 2.3 times higher throughput for large-scale training runs. For inference, the FP8 capability of 9000 TFLOPS on the B200 NVL doubles the H100 PCIe is 3958 TFLOPS, accelerating low-precision deployments common in production serving.
Memory specifications further favor the B200 NVL: 192 GB HBM3e VRAM supports models exceeding 100 billion parameters without fragmentation, compared to 80-94 GB on the H100 PCIe. The 8000 GB/s bandwidth, over 2.4 times the H100 PCIe is 3350 GB/s, sustains larger batch sizes and reduces data loading bottlenecks in training loops. FP32 performance edges slightly higher at 90 TFLOPS versus 67 TFLOPS, benefiting scientific simulations requiring single-precision accuracy.
Power draw reflects these gains: the B200 NVL requires 1000W TDP against 700W for the H100 PCIe, demanding robust cooling in dense cloud setups.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
B200 NVL
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Nebius | NVIDIA B200 SXM 192GB VRAM | 192GB | 20 vCPU 224GB RAM | 🌍Europe | $3.95/GPU/hr | |||
 Cirrascale | 8×NVIDIA B200 SXM 192GB VRAM | 192GB | 192 vCPU 2048GB RAM 43923GB Storage | United States | $4.79/GPU/hr $38.32/hr total (8×) | |||
Cirrascale | 8×NVIDIA B200 SXM 192GB VRAM | 192GB | 192 vCPU 2048GB RAM 43923GB Storage | United States | $5.39/GPU/hr $43.12/hr total (8×) | |||
Cirrascale | 8×NVIDIA B200 SXM 192GB VRAM | 192GB | 192 vCPU 2048GB RAM 43923GB Storage | United States | $5.69/GPU/hr $45.52/hr total (8×) | |||
 RunPod | NVIDIA B200 SXM 192GB VRAM | 192GB | 28 vCPU 283GB RAM | California | $5.89/GPU/hr |
H100 PCIe
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Hyperstack | 4×NVIDIA H100 PCIe 80GB VRAM | 80GB | 124 vCPU 720GB RAM 3300GB Storage | Canada | $1.90/GPU/hr $7.60/hr total (4×) | Available | ||
Hyperstack | 2×NVIDIA H100 PCIe 80GB VRAM | 80GB | 60 vCPU 360GB RAM 1600GB Storage | Canada | $1.90/GPU/hr $3.80/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
Hyperstack | 8×NVIDIA H100 PCIe 80GB VRAM | 80GB | 252 vCPU 1440GB RAM 6600GB Storage | Canada | $1.90/GPU/hr $15.20/hr total (8×) | Available | ||
Hyperstack | NVIDIA H100 PCIe 80GB VRAM | 80GB | 28 vCPU 180GB RAM 850GB Storage | Canada | $1.90/GPU/hr | Available | ||
Hyperstack | 8×NVIDIA H100 PCIe 80GB VRAM | 80GB | 252 vCPU 1440GB RAM 6600GB Storage | Canada | $1.95/GPU/hr $15.60/hr total (8×) | Available |
When to Choose the B200 NVL
Choose the B200 NVL for workloads demanding maximum scale, such as training foundation models over 500 billion parameters, where 192 GB HBM3e VRAM and 8000 GB/s bandwidth enable unprecedented batch sizes. Its FP16 performance of 4500 TFLOPS suits enterprises prioritizing throughput over cost at $10.50 per hour. NVLink and PCIe 6.0 interconnects optimize multi-GPU clusters for distributed training.
When to Choose the H100 PCIe
Opt for the H100 PCIe in cost-sensitive scenarios or when rapid deployment matters, with pricing from $1.25 per hour and availability across 23 offers. It handles most LLM fine-tuning and inference effectively with 1979 TFLOPS FP16 and 80-94 GB VRAM. Mature software support and PCIe 5.0 form factor simplify integration into existing infrastructure.
Use Cases
The B200 NVL offers 4500 TFLOPS FP16 and 192 GB VRAM, enabling larger models and batches than the H100 PCIe is 1979 TFLOPS and 80-94 GB.
FP8 performance reaches 9000 TFLOPS on the B200 NVL versus 3958 TFLOPS on the H100 PCIe, doubling throughput for high-volume serving.
H100 PCIe suffices at $1.25 per hour for mid-sized models with 1979 TFLOPS FP16, but B200 NVL accelerates larger tasks via 192 GB VRAM.
H100 PCIe provides ample 80-94 GB VRAM and 3350 GB/s bandwidth at lower $2.61 average cost for image generation pipelines.
B200 NVL FP32 at 90 TFLOPS and 8000 GB/s bandwidth outperform H100 PCIe is 67 TFLOPS for simulations requiring high memory throughput.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the VRAM difference between B200 NVL and H100 PCIe?▾
The B200 NVL provides 192 GB HBM3e VRAM, more than double the H100 PCIe is 80-94 GB HBM3. This allows the B200 NVL to load significantly larger models without swapping.
How do cloud prices compare for these GPUs?▾
B200 NVL pricing starts at $10.50 per hour across one offer. H100 PCIe ranges from $1.25 per hour, averaging $2.61 per hour over 23 offers.
Which GPU has higher FP16 performance?▾
B200 NVL achieves 4500 TFLOPS in FP16, exceeding the H100 PCIe is 1979 TFLOPS by 2.3 times. This boosts training speed for deep learning tasks.
What are the memory bandwidth specs?▾
B200 NVL delivers 8000 GB/s, 2.4 times the H100 PCIe is 3350 GB/s. Higher bandwidth reduces bottlenecks in data-intensive workloads.
Is the B200 NVL more power-hungry?▾
Yes, B200 NVL TDP is 1000W compared to H100 PCIe at 700W. This requires stronger power and cooling infrastructure in cloud deployments.
Which supports faster interconnects?▾
B200 NVL includes PCIe 6.0 and NVLink, advancing beyond H100 PCIe is PCIe 5.0 and NVLink. This enhances multi-GPU scaling.
Which is cheaper to rent, the B200 or the H100?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the B200 and H100 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 B200 have compared to the H100?▾
The B200 has 192 GB of HBM3e memory. The H100 has 80 to 94 GB of HBM3 memory.
Can I find B200 and H100 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 B200 and the H100?▾
The B200 uses the Blackwell architecture (2024) while the H100 uses Hopper (2022). The B200 delivers 2.3x the FP16 throughput and 2.4x the memory bandwidth of the H100.