Specifications Compared
| Spec | B200 | MI250X |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 1000W | 560W |
| VRAM | 192 GB | 128 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 18,432 | |
| Memory Type | HBM3e | HBM2e |
| Architecture | Blackwell | CDNA 2 |
| Form Factors | SXM, NVL | OAM |
| Interconnect | NVLink, PCIe 6.0, InfiniBand | Infinity Fabric |
| Tensor Cores | 576 | |
| FP8 Performance | 9,000 TFLOPS | |
| FP16 Performance | 4,500 TFLOPS | 383 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 90 TFLOPS | 383 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 45 TFLOPS | 48 TFLOPS |
| INT8 Performance | 9,000 TOPS | |
| Memory Bandwidth | 8,000 GB/s | 3,277 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The B200's 4500 TFLOPS FP16 performance surpasses the MI250X's 383 TFLOPS by over 11 times, accelerating neural network training and inference where half-precision dominates. Its 9000 TFLOPS FP8 capability further boosts low-precision inference tasks common in deployment. The B200's FP32 at 90 TFLOPS trails the MI250X's 383 TFLOPS, yet AI pipelines seldom rely heavily on single-precision, minimizing this drawback.
Memory advantages define real-world impact: 192 GB HBM3e on B200 supports larger models and batch sizes than 128 GB HBM2e on MI250X. The 8000 GB/s bandwidth, more than double the MI250X's 3277 GB/s, slashes data transfer latencies, enabling sustained throughput in memory-bound workloads like transformer training.
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 |
MI250X
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cirrascale | 4×AMD Instinct MI250X 128GB VRAM | 128GB | 256 vCPU 1024GB RAM 11882GB Storage | United States | $1.28/GPU/hr $5.12/hr total (4×) | |||
Cirrascale | 4×AMD Instinct MI250X 128GB VRAM | 128GB | 256 vCPU 1024GB RAM 11882GB Storage | United States | $1.44/GPU/hr $5.76/hr total (4×) | |||
Cirrascale | 4×AMD Instinct MI250X 128GB VRAM | 128GB | 256 vCPU 1024GB RAM 11882GB Storage | United States | $1.52/GPU/hr $6.08/hr total (4×) | |||
Cirrascale | 4×AMD Instinct MI250X 128GB VRAM | 128GB | 256 vCPU 1024GB RAM 11882GB Storage | United States | $1.60/GPU/hr $6.40/hr total (4×) |
When to Choose the B200 NVL
Select the B200 NVL for large-scale AI endeavors demanding peak throughput. Its 4500 TFLOPS FP16, 9000 TFLOPS FP8, 192 GB VRAM, and 8000 GB/s bandwidth excel in training trillion-parameter LLMs or high-volume inference, where speed trumps cost.
Deployments with NVLink and PCIe 6.0 interconnects benefit from B200's SXM or NVL form factors in clustered supercomputing.
When to Choose the MI250X
The MI250X suits cost-sensitive or power-restricted environments. At $1.28 per hour from and 560W TDP, it delivers solid 383 TFLOPS FP16/FP32 for mid-tier AI and traditional HPC without B200's $10.50 per hour expense or 1000W draw.
Infinity Fabric interconnect and OAM form factor fit legacy AMD ecosystems or dense racks prioritizing efficiency over raw scale.
Use Cases
B200's 4500 TFLOPS FP16 and 192 GB HBM3e VRAM manage trillion-parameter models with larger batches, far exceeding MI250X's 383 TFLOPS and 128 GB.
9000 TFLOPS FP8 on B200 accelerates high-throughput serving, while 8000 GB/s bandwidth supports bigger batches than MI250X's 3277 GB/s.
MI250X's 383 TFLOPS FP16 suffices for smaller models at $1.28 per hour; B200's superior specs justify use for efficiency on complex tasks.
B200's 192 GB VRAM and 4500 TFLOPS FP16 enable high-resolution generation at scale, outperforming MI250X's memory and compute limits.
MI250X's balanced 383 TFLOPS FP32/FP16 and 560W TDP fit simulations better than B200's FP32-weak 90 TFLOPS and higher power.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the VRAM difference between B200 NVL and MI250X?▾
The B200 NVL provides 192 GB HBM3e VRAM, exceeding the MI250X's 128 GB HBM2e by 50 percent. This allows larger models and batch sizes in AI tasks. Memory bandwidth follows suit at 8000 GB/s versus 3277 GB/s.
How do FP16 performances compare?▾
B200 delivers 4500 TFLOPS FP16, over 11 times the MI250X's 383 TFLOPS. This gap accelerates deep learning training significantly. FP8 on B200 reaches 9000 TFLOPS, absent on MI250X.
What are the cloud pricing differences?▾
B200 NVL starts at $10.50 per hour across one offer. MI250X begins at $1.28 per hour, averaging $1.46 per hour over four offers. Cost reflects performance disparity.
Which has higher power consumption?▾
B200's TDP is 1000W, double the MI250X's 560W. This impacts data center cooling and density. Lower TDP aids MI250X in power-constrained setups.
What architectures do they use?▾
B200 employs Blackwell from 2024 with NVLink and PCIe 6.0. MI250X uses CDNA 2 from 2021 with Infinity Fabric. Newer design drives B200's spec advantages.
Is B200 better for inference?▾
Yes, B200's 9000 TFLOPS FP8 and 8000 GB/s bandwidth optimize inference throughput. MI250X lags with 383 TFLOPS FP16 only. Larger 192 GB VRAM supports bigger deployments.
Which is cheaper to rent, the B200 or the MI250X?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the B200 and MI250X 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 MI250X?▾
The B200 has 192 GB of HBM3e memory. The MI250X has 128 GB of HBM2e memory.
Can I find B200 and MI250X 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 MI250X?▾
The B200 uses the Blackwell architecture (2024) while the MI250X uses CDNA 2 (2021). The B200 delivers 11.7x the FP16 throughput and 2.4x the memory bandwidth of the MI250X.