Specifications Compared
| Spec | L40S | RTX-4060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 350W | 115W |
| VRAM | 48 GB | 8 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 18,176 | 3,072 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | PCIe 4.0 | |
| Tensor Cores | 568 | 96 |
| FP8 Performance | 724 TFLOPS | |
| FP16 Performance | 362 TFLOPS | 15.1 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 91 TFLOPS | 15.1 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 1.4 TFLOPS | |
| INT8 Performance | 724 TOPS | 242 TOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 864 GB/s | 272 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The L40S demonstrates superior compute capabilities tailored for AI: its 362 TFLOPS FP16 performance enables rapid model training and inference using half-precision arithmetic, compared to the RTX 4060 Ti's 15.1 TFLOPS. The FP32 rating of 91 TFLOPS on L40S supports general-purpose computing, exceeding the RTX 4060 Ti's 15.1 TFLOPS by a factor of six.
Memory bandwidth profoundly impacts workloads: the L40S's 864 GB/s sustains larger batch sizes during training, minimizing data bottlenecks and accelerating convergence, whereas the RTX 4060 Ti's 272 GB/s limits scalability for memory-intensive tasks. In inference, higher FP16 throughput on L40S processes more tokens per second for large language models.
Power draw differs markedly at 350W for L40S versus 115W for RTX 4060 Ti, influencing cloud instance efficiency, though datacenter cooling handles the L40S effectively.
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 | NVIDIA L40S 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 12 vCPU 72GB RAM 625GB Storage | Iowa | $0.88/GPU/hr | 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 |
When to Choose the L40S
Select the L40S for demanding AI workloads requiring substantial VRAM, such as training large language models that exceed 8 GB. Its 48 GB GDDR6X and 362 TFLOPS FP16 ensure handling of high-resolution datasets and large batch sizes without swapping.
Professional visualization and multi-GPU scaling favor the L40S due to PCIe 4.0 interconnect and 864 GB/s bandwidth, enabling faster rendering and distributed training.
When to Choose the RTX 4060 Ti
Opt for the RTX 4060 Ti in cost-sensitive scenarios like lightweight inference or prototyping small models fitting within 8 GB VRAM. At an average $0.14 per hour, it provides 15.1 TFLOPS FP16 at a fraction of L40S pricing.
Gaming-integrated compute or low-power edge deployments suit the RTX 4060 Ti's 115W TDP, ideal for bursty tasks without sustained high loads.
Use Cases
The L40S's 48 GB VRAM and 362 TFLOPS FP16 support large models and batches unattainable on the RTX 4060 Ti's 8 GB and 15.1 TFLOPS.
High FP16 performance of 362 TFLOPS and 864 GB/s bandwidth on L40S enable high-throughput serving of large models, surpassing RTX 4060 Ti capabilities.
Fine-tuning demands 48 GB VRAM for parameter-efficient methods on big models; L40S's 91 TFLOPS FP32 outperforms RTX 4060 Ti's 15.1 TFLOPS.
Smaller Stable Diffusion models fit RTX 4060 Ti's 8 GB VRAM at 15.1 TFLOPS FP16 for quick generation; larger variants need L40S's 48 GB.
L40S's 91 TFLOPS FP32 and 864 GB/s bandwidth accelerate simulations with large datasets, far beyond RTX 4060 Ti's limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much more VRAM does the L40S have than the RTX 4060 Ti?▾
The L40S provides 48 GB GDDR6X VRAM, six times the RTX 4060 Ti's 8 GB GDDR6. This enables larger models and batch sizes in AI tasks. Datacenter workloads benefit most from the extra capacity.
What is the FP16 performance difference between L40S and RTX 4060 Ti?▾
L40S achieves 362 TFLOPS FP16, over 24 times the RTX 4060 Ti's 15.1 TFLOPS. This gap accelerates AI training and inference significantly. Half-precision tasks see the largest gains.
Which GPU has higher memory bandwidth?▾
The L40S offers 864 GB/s bandwidth, more than triple the RTX 4060 Ti's 272 GB/s. Higher bandwidth supports bigger batches and faster data movement. It reduces training times in memory-bound scenarios.
What are the cloud pricing differences?▾
L40S starts at $0.40 per hour with $1.11 average across 20 offers; RTX 4060 Ti from $0.08 per hour averaging $0.14 over 6 offers. Budget users favor RTX 4060 Ti for light tasks. Performance per dollar tilts to L40S for heavy loads.
Is the TDP higher on L40S?▾
Yes, L40S consumes 350W TDP versus RTX 4060 Ti's 115W. This suits datacenter cooling but increases power costs in clouds. Efficiency remains high for compute-intensive jobs.
Both use Ada Lovelace architecture: what sets them apart?▾
Both launched in 2023 on Ada Lovelace, but L40S targets datacenters with 48 GB VRAM and PCIe 4.0, while RTX 4060 Ti is consumer PCIe with 8 GB. Compute scales dramatically: 362 TFLOPS FP16 on L40S vs 15.1 TFLOPS.
Which is cheaper to rent, the L40S or the RTX 4060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the L40S and RTX 4060 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 4060?▾
The L40S has 48 GB of GDDR6X memory. The RTX 4060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find L40S and RTX 4060 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 4060?▾
The L40S uses the Ada Lovelace architecture (2023) while the RTX 4060 uses Ada Lovelace (2023). The L40S delivers 24.0x the FP16 throughput and 3.2x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 4060.