Specifications Compared
| Spec | L4 | RTX-3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 72W | 220W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 8 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 7,424 | 5,888 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ampere |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | PCIe 4.0 | |
| Tensor Cores | 232 | 184 |
| FP8 Performance | 242 TFLOPS | |
| FP16 Performance | 121 TFLOPS | 20.3 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 30.3 TFLOPS | 20.3 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 0.5 TFLOPS | |
| INT8 Performance | 242 TOPS | |
| Memory Bandwidth | 300 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The L4's superior FP16 performance of 121 TFLOPS compared to 20.3 TFLOPS on the RTX 3070 Ti accelerates half-precision training and inference, common in modern LLMs where models like Llama 7B fit entirely in the L4's 24 GB VRAM but strain the RTX 3070 Ti's 8 GB. FP32 at 30.3 TFLOPS versus 20.3 TFLOPS benefits single-precision scientific simulations and graphics rendering. The FP16/FP32 delta on the L4 enables mixed-precision workflows, reducing memory use by 50% while maintaining accuracy.
Higher VRAM on the L4 supports batch sizes up to 4x larger for inference, minimizing latency in serving pipelines. The RTX 3070 Ti's 448 GB/s bandwidth versus 300 GB/s excels in bandwidth-bound tasks like Stable Diffusion, where texture loading sustains higher throughputs. However, the L4's 72W TDP versus 220W lowers operational costs in multi-GPU setups, and PCIe 4.0 interconnect ensures low-latency scaling.
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 L4
Choose the L4 for memory-intensive AI workloads: its 24 GB VRAM handles large LLMs during inference without quantization, unlike the RTX 3070 Ti's 8 GB limit. The 121 TFLOPS FP16 and 72W TDP suit efficient edge or cloud inference servers processing high-volume requests.
When to Choose the RTX 3070 Ti
Select the RTX 3070 Ti for budget-sensitive graphics or gaming emulation: 448 GB/s bandwidth and $0.06/hr starting price enable fast Stable Diffusion generations at low cost. Its 20.3 TFLOPS FP32 performs well for real-time rendering where VRAM under 8 GB suffices.
Use Cases
The L4's 24 GB VRAM and 121 TFLOPS FP16 support larger batch sizes and faster convergence than the RTX 3070 Ti's 8 GB and 20.3 TFLOPS.
L4 handles full models in 24 GB VRAM with 242 TFLOPS FP8 for low-latency serving; RTX 3070 Ti requires quantization due to 8 GB limit.
121 TFLOPS FP16 and 30.3 TFLOPS FP32 on L4 accelerate parameter updates; 72W TDP allows longer runs without thermal throttling.
RTX 3070 Ti's 448 GB/s bandwidth speeds image generation; $0.06/hr pricing fits iterative creative workflows.
L4's 30.3 TFLOPS FP32 outperforms 20.3 TFLOPS on RTX 3070 Ti for simulations; 24 GB VRAM manages complex datasets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM, L4 or RTX 3070 Ti?▾
The L4 has 24 GB GDDR6 VRAM, three times the 8 GB on the RTX 3070 Ti. This allows larger models without offloading to system RAM.
How do FP16 performances compare?▾
L4 delivers 121 TFLOPS FP16 versus 20.3 TFLOPS on RTX 3070 Ti, nearly 6x faster for AI training and inference. FP8 on L4 adds 242 TFLOPS for quantized tasks.
What are the power consumption differences?▾
L4 uses 72W TDP, far lower than RTX 3070 Ti's 220W. This enables denser cloud deployments and reduces electricity costs.
Which is cheaper in the cloud?▾
RTX 3070 Ti starts at $0.06/hr (average $0.08/hr) across 2 offers, versus L4's $0.32/hr (average $0.69/hr) across 16 offers. Budget tasks favor RTX 3070 Ti.
Does memory bandwidth differ significantly?▾
RTX 3070 Ti offers 448 GB/s, higher than L4's 300 GB/s. Bandwidth-intensive workloads like diffusion models benefit from RTX 3070 Ti.
What architectures do they use?▾
L4 uses Ada Lovelace (2023) with PCIe 4.0; RTX 3070 Ti uses Ampere (2020). Newer architecture gives L4 better efficiency per watt.
Which is cheaper to rent, the L4 or the RTX 3070?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the L4 and RTX 3070 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 L4 have compared to the RTX 3070?▾
The L4 has 24 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 3070 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find L4 and RTX 3070 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 L4 and the RTX 3070?▾
The L4 uses the Ada Lovelace architecture (2023) while the RTX 3070 uses Ampere (2020). The L4 delivers 6.0x the FP16 throughput and 1.5x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 3070.