Specifications Compared
| Spec | GTX-1070 | L4 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 72W |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 24 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 1,920 | 7,424 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ada Lovelace |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | PCIe 4.0 | |
| FP16 Performance | 6.5 TFLOPS | 121 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 6.5 TFLOPS | 30.3 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 256 GB/s | 300 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
Architecture defines core capabilities: Pascal in GTX 1070 limits tensor operations, whereas Ada Lovelace in L4 supports FP8 at 242 TFLOPS for ultra-efficient inference. FP16 performance of 121 TFLOPS in L4 accelerates training and inference by 18.6 times over GTX 1070's 6.5 TFLOPS, enabling larger models without precision loss.
FP32 throughput of 30.3 TFLOPS in L4 suits general compute, outperforming GTX 1070's 6.5 TFLOPS by 4.7 times for tasks like simulations. Memory specs impact batch sizes: 24 GB VRAM in L4 handles models up to three times larger than GTX 1070's 8 GB, reducing out-of-memory errors in LLM fine-tuning.
Bandwidth edges to L4 at 300 GB/s over 256 GB/s, sustaining higher throughputs in data-heavy workloads. Lower 72W TDP yields better efficiency, critical for cloud scaling versus GTX 1070's 150W draw.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
L4
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Vast.ai | NVIDIA L4 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 64 vCPU 101GB RAM 485GB Storage | Iceland | $0.33/GPU/hr | Available | ||
 RunPod | NVIDIA L4 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 12 vCPU 50GB RAM | 🌍global | $0.39/GPU/hr | |||
 TensorDock | NVIDIA L40S 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 0 vCPU 0GB RAM | Wolverhampton | $0.55/GPU/hr | Available | ||
RunPod | NVIDIA L40 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 8 vCPU 94GB RAM | 🌍global | $0.82/GPU/hr | |||
RunPod | NVIDIA L40S 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 16 vCPU 94GB RAM | 🌍global | $0.86/GPU/hr |
When to Choose the GTX 1070
The GTX 1070 suits legacy gaming or desktop applications where physical hardware exists locally. Its 6.5 TFLOPS FP32 performance handles light compute tasks without cloud dependency, avoiding L4's rental costs. Users with existing PCIe setups benefit from no interconnect upgrades.
When to Choose the L4
The L4 excels in cloud-based AI inference and training due to 121 TFLOPS FP16 and 24 GB VRAM. Pricing from $0.32 per hour across 15 offers makes it scalable for production. PCIe 4.0 interconnect supports modern datacenters, outperforming GTX 1070 in efficiency at 72W TDP.
Use Cases
L4's 121 TFLOPS FP16 and 24 GB VRAM enable training larger models with bigger batches than GTX 1070's 6.5 TFLOPS and 8 GB.
FP8 at 242 TFLOPS and 300 GB/s bandwidth on L4 optimize high-throughput serving, far exceeding GTX 1070's capabilities.
L4's 30.3 TFLOPS FP32 and higher VRAM support efficient fine-tuning of mid-sized LLMs, unlike GTX 1070's limitations.
24 GB VRAM on L4 accommodates high-resolution generations and batching, with 121 TFLOPS FP16 speeding inference over GTX 1070.
L4's 30.3 TFLOPS FP32 and 72W efficiency handle simulations scalably in cloud, surpassing GTX 1070's 150W and lower throughput.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM?▾
The L4 offers 24 GB GDDR6 VRAM, three times the GTX 1070's 8 GB GDDR5. This allows larger models and batch sizes in AI tasks.
How does FP16 performance compare?▾
L4 delivers 121 TFLOPS FP16, 18.6 times higher than GTX 1070's 6.5 TFLOPS. This boosts training and inference speeds significantly.
What is the power consumption difference?▾
L4 uses 72W TDP, less than half of GTX 1070's 150W. Lower power improves cloud efficiency and cost.
Is the L4 available in the cloud?▾
L4 has 15 live offers from $0.32 per hour, average $0.68 per hour. GTX 1070 has no live cloud offers.
Which is better for AI inference?▾
L4's FP8 at 242 TFLOPS and PCIe 4.0 make it ideal for inference. GTX 1070 lacks modern precision support.
What architectures do they use?▾
GTX 1070 uses Pascal from 2016; L4 uses Ada Lovelace from 2023. This generational gap drives L4's performance lead.
Which is cheaper to rent, the GTX 1070 or the L4?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the GTX 1070 and L4 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 GTX 1070 have compared to the L4?▾
The GTX 1070 has 8 GB of GDDR5 memory. The L4 has 24 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find GTX 1070 and L4 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 GTX 1070 and the L4?▾
The GTX 1070 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the L4 uses Ada Lovelace (2023). The L4 delivers 18.6x the FP16 throughput and 1.2x the memory bandwidth of the GTX 1070.