Specifications Compared
| Spec | L40S | RTX-5060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 350W | 180W |
| VRAM | 48 GB | 12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 18,176 | 4,608 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR7 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | PCIe 4.0 | |
| Tensor Cores | 568 | 144 |
| FP8 Performance | 724 TFLOPS | |
| FP16 Performance | 362 TFLOPS | 23.1 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 91 TFLOPS | 23.1 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 1.4 TFLOPS | |
| INT8 Performance | 724 TOPS | 370 TOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 864 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
Superior compute defines the L40S advantage: its 362 TFLOPS FP16 outperforms RTX 5060 Ti's 23.1 TFLOPS by over 15 times, accelerating ML training where half-precision dominates. The FP32 rating of 91 TFLOPS on L40S versus 23.1 TFLOPS suits general compute, while FP8 at 724 TFLOPS excels in quantized inference. RTX 5060 Ti's balanced FP16/FP32 reflects gaming priorities over specialized AI.
Memory specs impact workloads directly: L40S's 864 GB/s bandwidth supports larger batch sizes in training, reducing bottlenecks with 48 GB VRAM for models exceeding 12 GB limits on RTX 5060 Ti. Lower 448 GB/s on RTX 5060 Ti constrains high-throughput tasks. Power draw follows at 350W for L40S versus 180W, trading efficiency for raw output in sustained cloud runs.
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 5060 Ti
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Vast.ai | 2×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 128 vCPU 63GB RAM 1345GB Storage | Maryland | $0.27/GPU/hr $0.53/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
Vast.ai | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 128 vCPU 31GB RAM 1526GB Storage | Maryland | $0.27/GPU/hr | Available |
When to Choose the L40S
Opt for the L40S in large-scale AI training or inference requiring 48 GB VRAM: it handles models too big for 12 GB, with 362 TFLOPS FP16 and 724 TFLOPS FP8 enabling fast iterations. High 864 GB/s bandwidth sustains big batches, ideal for datacenter-scale deployments despite 350W TDP.
When to Choose the RTX 5060 Ti
Choose the RTX 5060 Ti for cost-sensitive tasks like gaming or small-model inference: at $0.07/hr average $0.15/hr, it delivers 23.1 TFLOPS FP16/FP32 efficiently on 180W TDP. Its 12 GB GDDR7 and 448 GB/s suffice for batch sizes under L40S capacities, suiting entry-level cloud experiments.
Use Cases
L40S's 48 GB VRAM and 362 TFLOPS FP16 handle large models and batches infeasible on RTX 5060 Ti's 12 GB.
724 TFLOPS FP8 on L40S accelerates quantized serving; 864 GB/s bandwidth supports high throughput versus 448 GB/s.
91 TFLOPS FP32 and 48 GB VRAM enable efficient tuning of mid-to-large models, outpacing 23.1 TFLOPS on RTX 5060 Ti.
RTX 5060 Ti suffices for standard generations at low cost with 23.1 TFLOPS; L40S excels for high-res or batch jobs needing 48 GB VRAM.
L40S's 91 TFLOPS FP32 and 864 GB/s bandwidth process simulations faster than RTX 5060 Ti's 23.1 TFLOPS and 448 GB/s.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM?▾
The L40S provides 48 GB GDDR6X. RTX 5060 Ti offers 12 GB GDDR7. This gap suits L40S for memory-intensive AI tasks.
What are the FP16 performance differences?▾
L40S delivers 362 TFLOPS FP16. RTX 5060 Ti reaches 23.1 TFLOPS. L40S accelerates ML training far more effectively.
How do cloud prices compare?▾
L40S starts at $0.40/hr, averaging $1.18/hr across 23 offers. RTX 5060 Ti begins at $0.07/hr, averaging $0.15/hr across 10 offers.
Which has higher memory bandwidth?▾
L40S achieves 864 GB/s. RTX 5060 Ti provides 448 GB/s. Higher bandwidth on L40S supports larger training batches.
What are the TDP ratings?▾
L40S consumes 350W. RTX 5060 Ti uses 180W. Lower TDP makes RTX 5060 Ti more power-efficient for light workloads.
Which architecture is newer?▾
RTX 5060 Ti uses Blackwell from 2025. L40S employs Ada Lovelace from 2023. Blackwell brings consumer efficiency gains.
Which is cheaper to rent, the L40S or the RTX 5060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the L40S and RTX 5060 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 5060?▾
The L40S has 48 GB of GDDR6X memory. The RTX 5060 has 12 GB of GDDR7 memory.
Can I find L40S and RTX 5060 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 5060?▾
The L40S uses the Ada Lovelace architecture (2023) while the RTX 5060 uses Blackwell (2025). The L40S delivers 15.7x the FP16 throughput and 1.9x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 5060.