Specifications Compared
| Spec | H100 | H200 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 700W | 700W |
| VRAM | 80-94 GB | 141 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 16,896 | 16,896 |
| Memory Type | HBM3 | HBM3e |
| Architecture | Hopper | Hopper |
| Form Factors | SXM5, PCIe, NVL | SXM, NVL |
| Interconnect | NVLink, PCIe 5.0, InfiniBand | NVLink, PCIe 5.0, InfiniBand |
| Tensor Cores | 528 | 528 |
| FP8 Performance | 3,958 TFLOPS | 3,958 TFLOPS |
| FP16 Performance | 1,979 TFLOPS | 1,979 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 67 TFLOPS | 67 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 34 TFLOPS | 34 TFLOPS |
| INT8 Performance | 3,958 TOPS | 3,958 TOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 3,350 GB/s | 4,800 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
Compute capabilities match precisely between the H100 SXM5 and H200 NVL: 1979 TFLOPS FP16 suits accelerated training, 67 TFLOPS FP32 handles precise simulations, and 3958 TFLOPS FP8 optimizes inference. This equivalence means neither excels in pure FLOPS-bound operations; differences emerge in memory handling.
The H200's 141 GB VRAM surpasses the H100's 80 to 94 GB, accommodating models like 70B-parameter LLMs without fragmentation. Its 4800 GB/s bandwidth, versus 3350 GB/s, cuts data movement latency by 43 percent, enabling larger batch sizes in training and inference. Real-world impact includes 1.4 to 1.8 times higher throughput for memory-intensive tasks such as fine-tuning or diffusion models.
For inference, FP8 parity combines with superior memory to process bigger contexts; training benefits from sustained high batches without swapping.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
H100 SXM5
| 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 |
H200 NVL
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Vultr | NVIDIA GH200 Grace Hopper 96GB VRAM | 96GB | 72 vCPU 480GB RAM 960GB Storage | Atlanta | $1.99/GPU/hr | Available | ||
 Lambda Labs | NVIDIA GH200 Grace Hopper 96GB VRAM | 96GB | 64 vCPU 432GB RAM 4096GB Storage | Virginia | $2.29/GPU/hr | Available | ||
 Nebius | NVIDIA H200 SXM 141GB VRAM | 141GB | 16 vCPU 200GB RAM | 🌍Europe | $2.45/GPU/hr | |||
 CoreWeave | 8×NVIDIA H200 SXM 141GB VRAM | 141GB | 128 vCPU 0GB RAM 61440GB Storage | United States | $2.58/GPU/hr $20.64/hr total (8×) | |||
 Ori | 4×NVIDIA H200 SXM 141GB VRAM | 141GB | 96 vCPU 960GB RAM 12000GB Storage | London | $3.50/GPU/hr $14.00/hr total (4×) | Available |
When to Choose the H100 SXM5
The H100 SXM5 fits deployments prioritizing availability and compatibility. It boasts 32 live cloud offers versus 4 for H200 NVL, ensuring quicker access across providers. PCIe form factor support allows integration into non-SXM systems, unlike H200's SXM and NVL restrictions.
Cost-sensitive users find value in H100's $1.47 per hour minimum pricing for compute-dominant workloads where 80 to 94 GB VRAM suffices.
When to Choose the H200 NVL
The H200 NVL dominates memory-bound applications. Its 141 GB HBM3e VRAM handles models exceeding 94 GB, such as massive LLMs, without model parallelism overhead. 4800 GB/s bandwidth supports 43 percent larger batches than H100's 3350 GB/s, accelerating throughput.
Lower average pricing at $2.39 per hour versus $3.65 makes it economical for scaled inference and training.
Use Cases
H200's 141 GB VRAM supports larger models than H100's 94 GB maximum. 4800 GB/s bandwidth enables bigger batches for faster convergence.
141 GB capacity fits extended contexts without sharding. Higher 4800 GB/s bandwidth boosts token throughput by reducing stalls.
Memory headroom of 141 GB handles parameter-efficient methods on big models. Bandwidth advantage sustains high batch sizes.
Both offer identical 1979 TFLOPS FP16 for generation speed. H100 suffices for standard resolutions; H200 aids high-res with more VRAM.
67 TFLOPS FP32 parity favors H100's broader availability across 32 offers. PCIe flexibility suits diverse HPC clusters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the VRAM difference between H100 SXM5 and H200 NVL?▾
H200 NVL provides 141 GB HBM3e VRAM, exceeding H100 SXM5's 80 to 94 GB HBM3. This enables larger models or batches on H200. Bandwidth follows suit at 4800 GB/s versus 3350 GB/s.
Are H100 and H200 compute performance identical?▾
Yes, both deliver 1979 TFLOPS FP16, 67 TFLOPS FP32, and 3958 TFLOPS FP8. Differences lie solely in memory specs. TDP remains 700W for each.
Which has lower cloud pricing?▾
H200 NVL starts at $0.50 per hour with $2.39 average across 4 offers. H100 SXM5 begins at $1.47 per hour averaging $3.65 across 32 offers. H200 offers better value currently.
Is H200 a generational upgrade over H100?▾
Both use Hopper architecture, but H200 from 2024 refreshes memory to 141 GB HBM3e and 4800 GB/s. Compute matches 2022 H100 specs. Form factors differ: H100 adds PCIe.
Best GPU for LLM inference?▾
H200 NVL excels with 141 GB VRAM for long contexts and 4800 GB/s for high throughput. H100's 94 GB limits scale. FP8 performance equals 3958 TFLOPS on both.
Do they support the same interconnects?▾
Yes, NVLink, PCIe 5.0, and InfiniBand work on both. H100 SXM5 adds PCIe form factor versatility. H200 focuses on SXM and NVL.
Which is cheaper to rent, the H100 or the H200?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the H100 and H200 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 H200?▾
The H100 has 80 to 94 GB of HBM3 memory. The H200 has 141 GB of HBM3e memory.
Can I find H100 and H200 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 H200?▾
The H100 uses the Hopper architecture (2022) while the H200 uses Hopper (2024). The H200 delivers 1.0x the FP16 throughput and 1.4x the memory bandwidth of the H100.