H100 PCIe vs Quadro RTX 5000

HoppervsTuringUpdated 35 days ago

The NVIDIA H100 PCIe emerges as the clear winner for the most common modern use cases, particularly AI training and inference. Its 1979 TFLOPS FP16, 80 to 94 GB VRAM, and 3350 GB/s bandwidth deliver over 100 times the performance of the Quadro RTX 5000's 11.2 TFLOPS and 16 GB, justifying the higher $1.25 to $2.73 per hour pricing for demanding applications.

H100 PCIe from $1.90/hrQuadro RTX 5000 from $0.82/hr

Specifications Compared

SpecH100QUADRO-RTX-5000
TDP700W230W
VRAM80-94 GB16 GB
CUDA Cores16,8963,072
Memory TypeHBM3GDDR6
ArchitectureHopperTuring
Form FactorsSXM5, PCIe, NVLPCIe
InterconnectNVLink, PCIe 5.0, InfiniBandNVLink
Tensor Cores528384
FP8 Performance3,958 TFLOPS
FP16 Performance1,979 TFLOPS11.2 TFLOPS
FP32 Performance67 TFLOPS11.2 TFLOPS
FP64 Performance34 TFLOPS
INT8 Performance3,958 TOPS
Memory Bandwidth3,350 GB/s448 GB/s

Performance Analysis

The H100 PCIe dominates in compute performance: its 1979 TFLOPS FP16 capability surpasses the Quadro RTX 5000's 11.2 TFLOPS by over 176 times, accelerating deep learning training where half-precision is standard. For FP32 workloads like simulations, the H100's 67 TFLOPS provides sixfold improvement over the Quadro's 11.2 TFLOPS. The H100's FP8 performance at 3958 TFLOPS further optimizes inference for quantized models.

Memory specifications profoundly impact real-world usage. With 80 to 94 GB HBM3 VRAM, the H100 handles massive models and large batch sizes that exceed the Quadro's 16 GB GDDR6 limit, preventing out-of-memory errors in LLM training. The H100's 3350 GB/s bandwidth ensures rapid data throughput, enabling larger batches than the Quadro's 448 GB/s, which bottlenecks high-throughput inference.

Power consumption reflects their roles: the H100's 700W TDP supports sustained datacenter loads, while the Quadro's 230W suits compact workstations. Overall, these specs translate to the H100 completing AI tasks in fractions of the time required by the Quadro.

Live Cloud Pricing

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

H100 PCIe

ProviderGPU ModelVRAMHost SpecsRegionPriceStatusAction
Hyperstack
Hyperstack
4×NVIDIA H100 PCIe
80GB VRAM
$1.90/GPU/hr
$7.60/hr total (4×)
Available
Hyperstack
Hyperstack
2×NVIDIA H100 PCIe
80GB VRAM
$1.90/GPU/hr
$3.80/hr total (2×)
Available
Hyperstack
Hyperstack
8×NVIDIA H100 PCIe
80GB VRAM
$1.90/GPU/hr
$15.20/hr total (8×)
Available
Hyperstack
Hyperstack
NVIDIA H100 PCIe
80GB VRAM
$1.90/GPU/hr
Available
Hyperstack
Hyperstack
8×NVIDIA H100 PCIe
80GB VRAM
$1.95/GPU/hr
$15.60/hr total (8×)
Available

Quadro RTX 5000

ProviderGPU ModelVRAMHost SpecsRegionPriceStatusAction
Paperspace
Paperspace
NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000
16GB VRAM
$0.82/GPU/hr
Available
Paperspace
Paperspace
2×NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000
16GB VRAM
$0.82/GPU/hr
$1.64/hr total (2×)
Available

Compare real-time pricing across 25+ providers

When to Choose the H100 PCIe

The H100 PCIe is the superior choice for AI-driven workloads such as large-scale LLM training or inference. Its 80 to 94 GB VRAM accommodates models exceeding 16 GB, and 1979 TFLOPS FP16 performance handles massive datasets efficiently. High memory bandwidth of 3350 GB/s supports optimal batch sizes in cloud environments starting at $1.25 per hour.

When to Choose the Quadro RTX 5000

The Quadro RTX 5000 fits budget-conscious professional visualization tasks like CAD or moderate rendering. Its 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM and 11.2 TFLOPS FP32 performance suffice for workflows not requiring extensive AI compute. At $0.82 per hour and 230W TDP, it offers low-cost, low-power operation in PCIe workstations.

Use Cases

LLM Training
H100 PCIe

The H100's 1979 TFLOPS FP16 and 80 to 94 GB HBM3 VRAM enable training of massive models with large batches. The Quadro RTX 5000's 11.2 TFLOPS and 16 GB limit it to small-scale tasks.

LLM Inference
H100 PCIe

H100's 3958 TFLOPS FP8 and 3350 GB/s bandwidth support high-throughput serving of large models. Quadro RTX 5000's 448 GB/s bandwidth constrains inference speed.

Fine-tuning
H100 PCIe

H100 handles fine-tuning with 67 TFLOPS FP32 and vast VRAM for full model loading. Quadro RTX 5000's 16 GB VRAM often requires model sharding.

Stable Diffusion
H100 PCIe

H100's high FP16 performance and 80 GB VRAM generate high-resolution images quickly. Quadro RTX 5000 manages basic diffusion but slows on complex prompts.

Scientific Computing
H100 PCIe

H100's 67 TFLOPS FP32 and 3350 GB/s bandwidth accelerate simulations with large datasets. Quadro RTX 5000 suits lightweight computations only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the VRAM difference between NVIDIA H100 PCIe and Quadro RTX 5000?

The H100 PCIe features 80 to 94 GB of HBM3 VRAM, far exceeding the Quadro RTX 5000's 16 GB GDDR6. This allows the H100 to process much larger AI models without swapping. The Quadro suffices for smaller professional datasets.

Which GPU has better FP16 performance?

The H100 PCIe achieves 1979 TFLOPS in FP16, compared to the Quadro RTX 5000's 11.2 TFLOPS. This gap makes H100 ideal for deep learning training. Quadro performs adequately for lighter tensor operations.

How do cloud prices compare for these GPUs?

H100 PCIe starts at $1.25 per hour, averaging $2.73 across 15 offers. Quadro RTX 5000 is priced from $0.82 per hour, averaging $0.82 across 2 offers. Pricing reflects their performance tiers.

What are the memory bandwidth specs?

H100 PCIe offers 3350 GB/s bandwidth with HBM3 memory. Quadro RTX 5000 provides 448 GB/s with GDDR6. Higher bandwidth on H100 supports larger batch sizes in training.

Which is better for AI workloads?

The H100 PCIe excels with 1979 TFLOPS FP16, 3958 TFLOPS FP8, and 80 GB VRAM for AI tasks. Quadro RTX 5000's 11.2 TFLOPS limits it to entry-level AI. Choose H100 for production-scale inference or training.

What are the TDP ratings?

H100 PCIe has a 700W TDP for datacenter use. Quadro RTX 5000 consumes 230W, fitting workstations. Lower TDP on Quadro reduces cooling needs.

Which is cheaper to rent, the H100 or the Quadro RTX 5000?

Cloud rental prices for both the H100 and Quadro RTX 5000 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 H100 have compared to the Quadro RTX 5000?

The H100 has 80 to 94 GB of HBM3 memory. The Quadro RTX 5000 has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory.

Can I find H100 and Quadro RTX 5000 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 H100 and the Quadro RTX 5000?

The H100 uses the Hopper architecture (2022) while the Quadro RTX 5000 uses Turing (2018). The H100 delivers 176.7x the FP16 throughput and 7.5x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro RTX 5000.

H100 PCIe vs Quadro RTX 5000: 94GB vs 16GB | GPUPerHour