Specifications Compared
| Spec | L40S | RTX-2080 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 350W | 215W |
| VRAM | 48 GB | 8-11 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 18,176 | 2,944 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Turing |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | PCIe 4.0 | NVLink |
| Tensor Cores | 568 | 368 |
| FP8 Performance | 724 TFLOPS | |
| FP16 Performance | 362 TFLOPS | 10.1 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 91 TFLOPS | 10.1 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 1.4 TFLOPS | |
| INT8 Performance | 724 TOPS | |
| Memory Bandwidth | 864 GB/s | 616 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The L40S demonstrates superior compute throughput with 362 TFLOPS FP16 versus 10.1 TFLOPS on the RTX 2080 Ti, enabling training of large neural networks up to 36 times faster in mixed precision. Its FP32 performance of 91 TFLOPS outpaces the RTX 2080 Ti's 10.1 TFLOPS by a factor of nine, benefiting scientific simulations requiring single-precision accuracy. FP8 capability at 724 TFLOPS on the L40S further accelerates inference for quantized models.
Memory specifications profoundly impact real-world usage. The 48 GB VRAM on the L40S supports batch sizes for billion-parameter LLMs that exceed the RTX 2080 Ti's 11 GB limit, reducing per-iteration overhead. Higher bandwidth of 864 GB/s compared to 616 GB/s minimizes data transfer bottlenecks during inference, allowing sustained high throughput. The L40S TDP of 350W reflects its power for intensive tasks, versus 215W on the RTX 2080 Ti for lighter loads.
Interconnect differences matter in multi-GPU setups: PCIe 4.0 on the L40S versus NVLink on the RTX 2080 Ti influences scaling efficiency.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
L40S
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 TensorDock | NVIDIA L40S 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 0 vCPU 0GB RAM | Wolverhampton | $0.55/GPU/hr | Available | ||
 RunPod | NVIDIA L40S 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 16 vCPU 94GB RAM | 🌍global | $0.86/GPU/hr | |||
 Massed Compute | 4×NVIDIA L40S 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 46 vCPU 288GB RAM 2500GB Storage | Iowa | $0.88/GPU/hr $3.52/hr total (4×) | Available | ||
Massed Compute | 2×NVIDIA L40S 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 24 vCPU 144GB RAM 1250GB Storage | Iowa | $0.88/GPU/hr $1.76/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
Massed Compute | NVIDIA L40S 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 12 vCPU 72GB RAM 625GB Storage | Iowa | $0.88/GPU/hr | Available |
RTX 2080 Ti
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Vast.ai | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti 11GB VRAM | 11GB | 32 vCPU 63GB RAM 1273GB Storage | Maryland | $0.13/GPU/hr | Available |
When to Choose the L40S
Professionals select the L40S for large-scale AI training and inference where 48 GB VRAM accommodates models over 70 billion parameters without fragmentation. Its 362 TFLOPS FP16 performance accelerates iterations in deep learning pipelines, ideal for data centers.
Cloud deployments benefit from the L40S when memory bandwidth of 864 GB/s ensures smooth handling of high-resolution datasets in scientific computing.
When to Choose the RTX 2080 Ti
Budget-limited users choose the RTX 2080 Ti for prototyping small models fitting within 11 GB VRAM, leveraging its low $0.06 per hour pricing. Gaming or light inference tasks utilize its 10.1 TFLOPS FP32 efficiently without overprovisioning.
Entry-level fine-tuning on datasets under 10 GB finds value in the RTX 2080 Ti's 215W TDP and NVLink for dual-GPU affordability.
Use Cases
The L40S 48 GB VRAM supports large batch sizes for billion-parameter LLMs, with 362 TFLOPS FP16 accelerating training 36 times faster than the RTX 2080 Ti's 11 GB and 10.1 TFLOPS.
L40S 864 GB/s bandwidth and 724 TFLOPS FP8 handle high-throughput serving of large models, far surpassing RTX 2080 Ti's 616 GB/s and limited 11 GB VRAM.
Fine-tuning mid-sized models benefits from L40S 91 TFLOPS FP32 for precision, with 48 GB VRAM avoiding out-of-memory errors common on RTX 2080 Ti's 11 GB.
RTX 2080 Ti suffices for basic Stable Diffusion at 10.1 TFLOPS FP16 and $0.06 per hour, but L40S 362 TFLOPS enables faster high-resolution generations with 48 GB VRAM.
L40S 91 TFLOPS FP32 outperforms RTX 2080 Ti's 10.1 TFLOPS for simulations, with 864 GB/s bandwidth speeding data-intensive computations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM: L40S or RTX 2080 Ti?▾
The L40S provides 48 GB GDDR6X VRAM, exceeding the RTX 2080 Ti's 11 GB GDDR6 by over four times. This enables larger models on the L40S. Bandwidth also favors L40S at 864 GB/s versus 616 GB/s.
How do L40S and RTX 2080 Ti compare in FP16 performance?▾
L40S delivers 362 TFLOPS FP16, about 36 times higher than RTX 2080 Ti's 10.1 TFLOPS. This gap accelerates AI training significantly. FP32 follows suit with 91 TFLOPS versus 10.1 TFLOPS.
What is the cloud pricing for L40S versus RTX 2080 Ti?▾
L40S rents from $0.40 per hour averaging $1.16 per hour across 23 offers. RTX 2080 Ti starts at $0.06 per hour averaging $0.11 per hour over 6 offers. Cost reflects performance disparity.
Is L40S better for LLM training than RTX 2080 Ti?▾
Yes, L40S 48 GB VRAM and 362 TFLOPS FP16 handle large LLMs efficiently, unlike RTX 2080 Ti's 11 GB limit. Training speed improves dramatically on L40S.
What are the TDPs of L40S and RTX 2080 Ti?▾
L40S consumes 350W TDP for high-performance tasks. RTX 2080 Ti uses 215W, suiting lower-power setups. Both fit PCIe form factors.
Can RTX 2080 Ti handle Stable Diffusion well?▾
RTX 2080 Ti manages Stable Diffusion with 10.1 TFLOPS FP16 and 11 GB VRAM for standard resolutions. L40S excels at higher speeds with 362 TFLOPS and 48 GB.
Which is cheaper to rent, the L40S or the RTX 2080?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the L40S and RTX 2080 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 L40S have compared to the RTX 2080?▾
The L40S has 48 GB of GDDR6X memory. The RTX 2080 has 8 to 11 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find L40S and RTX 2080 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 L40S and the RTX 2080?▾
The L40S uses the Ada Lovelace architecture (2023) while the RTX 2080 uses Turing (2018). The L40S delivers 35.8x the FP16 throughput and 1.4x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 2080.