GH200 vs RTX A4000

HoppervsAmpereUpdated 36 days ago

GH200 emerges as the superior choice for most AI workloads due to its 1979 TFLOPS FP16, 96 GB VRAM, and 4000 GB/s bandwidth, enabling efficient training and inference of large models unattainable on A4000. While A4000 offers value at $0.08 per hour, GH200's Hopper advantages dominate demanding compute scenarios.

GH200 from $1.99/hrRTX A4000 from $0.08/hr

Specifications Compared

SpecGH200RTX-A4000
TDP900W140W
VRAM96 GB16 GB
CUDA Cores16,8966,144
Memory TypeHBM3GDDR6
ArchitectureHopperAmpere
Form FactorsSXMPCIe
InterconnectNVLink-C2C, PCIe 5.0
Tensor Cores528192
FP8 Performance3,958 TFLOPS
FP16 Performance1,979 TFLOPS19.2 TFLOPS
FP32 Performance67 TFLOPS19.2 TFLOPS
FP64 Performance34 TFLOPS
INT8 Performance3,958 TOPS
Memory Bandwidth4,000 GB/s448 GB/s

Performance Analysis

GH200's FP16 performance of 1979 TFLOPS vastly outpaces A4000's 19.2 TFLOPS, accelerating deep learning training where half-precision computations dominate. The FP32 rate of 67 TFLOPS on GH200 exceeds A4000's 19.2 TFLOPS, benefiting simulations requiring single-precision accuracy. FP8 capability at 3958 TFLOPS on GH200 optimizes large language model inference, reducing latency for high-throughput serving.

Memory bandwidth profoundly impacts real-world usage: GH200's 4000 GB/s supports batch sizes up to 10 times larger than A4000's 448 GB/s limit, minimizing out-of-memory errors in transformer models. This enables training sequences exceeding 96 GB VRAM thresholds on GH200, while A4000 suits smaller datasets fitting 16 GB. Power draw of 900W on GH200 demands data center cooling, unlike A4000's efficient 140W for edge deployments.

Interconnects highlight scalability: GH200's NVLink-C2C and PCIe 5.0 facilitate multi-GPU clusters, whereas A4000's PCIe form factor limits to single-node setups.

Live Cloud Pricing

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

GH200

ProviderGPU ModelVRAMHost SpecsRegionPriceStatusAction
Vultr
Vultr
NVIDIA GH200 Grace Hopper
96GB VRAM
$1.99/GPU/hr
Available
Lambda Labs
Lambda Labs
NVIDIA GH200 Grace Hopper
96GB VRAM
$2.29/GPU/hr
Available
Denvr
Denvr
NVIDIA GH200 Grace Hopper
96GB VRAM
$3.87/GPU/hr
CoreWeave
CoreWeave
NVIDIA GH200 Grace Hopper
96GB VRAM
$6.50/GPU/hr

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 GH200

GH200 excels in large-scale LLM training and inference where 96 GB HBM3 VRAM handles models like GPT variants without sharding. Its 4000 GB/s bandwidth supports massive batch sizes, reducing training time via 1979 TFLOPS FP16 throughput. Enterprise users prioritize it for HPC at $1.99 per hour when performance justifies the premium over A4000.

When to Choose the RTX A4000

RTX A4000 fits budget-conscious workflows like Stable Diffusion generation or fine-tuning compact models within 16 GB GDDR6. At 140W TDP and $0.08 per hour, it enables accessible cloud prototyping without data center infrastructure. Professionals choose it for visualization tasks leveraging 19.2 TFLOPS FP32 balanced with low costs across 29 offers.

Use Cases

LLM Training
GH200

GH200's 96 GB HBM3 VRAM and 1979 TFLOPS FP16 handle massive datasets and long sequences without sharding. A4000's 16 GB limits it to small models.

LLM Inference
GH200

3958 TFLOPS FP8 on GH200 delivers high-throughput serving for production-scale models. A4000's 19.2 TFLOPS FP16 suffices only for lightweight queries.

Fine-tuning
GH200

GH200's 4000 GB/s bandwidth supports large batch sizes during parameter-efficient tuning. A4000 works for tiny models but risks memory constraints.

Stable Diffusion
RTX A4000

A4000's 16 GB GDDR6 and 19.2 TFLOPS FP16 generate images efficiently at $0.08 per hour. GH200 overkill for single-user creative tasks.

Scientific Computing
Either

GH200 accelerates FP32 simulations at 67 TFLOPS for complex HPC; A4000 handles moderate loads at 19.2 TFLOPS with lower power and cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the VRAM difference between GH200 and RTX A4000?

GH200 features 96 GB HBM3 VRAM, enabling large model handling. RTX A4000 provides 16 GB GDDR6, suitable for smaller workloads. This sixfold gap affects batch sizes and model scale.

How do cloud prices compare for GH200 vs RTX A4000?

GH200 starts at $1.99 per hour with an average of $3.59 per hour across 4 offers. RTX A4000 begins at $0.08 per hour averaging $0.36 per hour over 29 offers. A4000 offers broader availability and lower entry cost.

Which has higher FP16 performance?

GH200 achieves 1979 TFLOPS in FP16, over 100 times A4000's 19.2 TFLOPS. This boosts AI training speed significantly on GH200.

What are the power requirements?

GH200 consumes 900W TDP in SXM form factor for data centers. RTX A4000 uses 140W in PCIe, ideal for workstations or edge servers.

Is GH200 better for large model training?

Yes, GH200's 96 GB VRAM and 4000 GB/s bandwidth support untruncated training. A4000's 16 GB GDDR6 requires model parallelism for similar tasks.

What architectures do they use?

GH200 employs Hopper from 2023 with NVLink-C2C interconnect. RTX A4000 uses Ampere from 2021 in PCIe form without advanced multi-GPU links.

Which is cheaper to rent, the GH200 or the RTX A4000?

Cloud rental prices for both the GH200 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 GH200 have compared to the RTX A4000?

The GH200 has 96 GB of HBM3 memory. The RTX A4000 has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory.

Can I find GH200 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 GH200 and the RTX A4000?

The GH200 uses the Hopper architecture (2023) while the RTX A4000 uses Ampere (2021). The GH200 delivers 103.1x the FP16 throughput and 8.9x the memory bandwidth of the RTX A4000.