MI325X vs RTX 3090

CDNA 3vsAmpereUpdated 36 days ago

The MI325X emerges as the superior choice for demanding AI workloads: 256 GB VRAM and 1307 TFLOPS FP16 outperform RTX 3090's 24 GB and 35.6 TFLOPS by orders of magnitude, enabling larger models and faster training. Despite higher 750W TDP and no current pricing, it dominates in datacenter-scale LLM tasks over the consumer RTX 3090.

RTX 3090 from $0.20/hr

Specifications Compared

SpecMI325XRTX-3090
TDP750W350W
VRAM256 GB24 GB
Memory TypeHBM3eGDDR6X
ArchitectureCDNA 3Ampere
Form FactorsOAMPCIe
InterconnectInfinity FabricNVLink
FP8 Performance2,614 TFLOPS
FP16 Performance1,307 TFLOPS35.6 TFLOPS
FP32 Performance1307 TFLOPS35.6 TFLOPS
FP64 Performance40.9 TFLOPS
INT8 Performance2,614 TOPS
Memory Bandwidth6,000 GB/s936 GB/s

Performance Analysis

MI325X's 256 GB HBM3e VRAM enables handling of massive models that exceed the RTX 3090's 24 GB GDDR6X limit: large language models with billions of parameters fit entirely on the MI325X, reducing multi-GPU complexity. The 6000 GB/s bandwidth supports enormous batch sizes during training, minimizing data loading bottlenecks compared to the RTX 3090's 936 GB/s.

Compute performance shows MI325X at 1307 TFLOPS for FP16 and FP32, approximately 37 times the RTX 3090's 35.6 TFLOPS: this translates to faster model training epochs and inference queries in deep learning pipelines. FP8 capability at 2614 TFLOPS on MI325X accelerates quantized inference, a feature unavailable on RTX 3090.

Power demands reflect priorities: MI325X's 750W TDP suits dense data center cooling, while RTX 3090's 350W fits consumer setups. Infinity Fabric interconnect on MI325X enhances multi-GPU scaling over NVLink on RTX 3090, benefiting distributed training.

Live Cloud Pricing

Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.

RTX 3090

ProviderGPU ModelVRAMHost SpecsRegionPriceStatusAction
TensorDock
TensorDock
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090
24GB VRAM
$0.20/GPU/hr
Available
TensorDock
TensorDock
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090
24GB VRAM
$0.21/GPU/hr
Available
Vast.ai
Vast.ai
4×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090
24GB VRAM
$0.25/GPU/hr
$1.01/hr total (4×)
Available
Vast.ai
Vast.ai
4×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090
24GB VRAM
$0.27/GPU/hr
$1.07/hr total (4×)
Available
LeaderGPU
LeaderGPU
8×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090
24GB VRAM
$0.29/GPU/hr
$2.29/hr total (8×)
Available

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When to Choose the MI325X

Choose the MI325X for large-scale AI training and inference: 256 GB VRAM accommodates models over 100 billion parameters without sharding, and 6000 GB/s bandwidth sustains high throughput. Its 1307 TFLOPS FP16 performance cuts training times dramatically versus alternatives.

Datacenter deployments favor MI325X's OAM form factor and Infinity Fabric for seamless scaling in racks handling scientific simulations or hyperscale inference.

When to Choose the RTX 3090

Opt for the RTX 3090 in cost-sensitive prototyping: cloud pricing from $0.08 per hour across 51 offers makes it accessible for small teams. Its 24 GB VRAM suffices for models under 20 billion parameters, with 35.6 TFLOPS FP32 enabling quick iterations.

PCIe compatibility and 350W TDP suit versatile cloud instances for gaming, content creation, or fine-tuning alongside general compute.

Use Cases

LLM Training
MI325X

MI325X's 256 GB VRAM holds massive models intact, while 1307 TFLOPS FP16 accelerates epochs 37 times faster than RTX 3090's 35.6 TFLOPS.

LLM Inference
MI325X

6000 GB/s bandwidth on MI325X supports high-query volumes with large batches; FP8 at 2614 TFLOPS optimizes quantized serving beyond RTX 3090 capabilities.

Fine-tuning
Either

RTX 3090's 24 GB VRAM handles most fine-tuning at $0.08 per hour; MI325X excels for parameter-heavy adapters needing 256 GB.

Stable Diffusion
RTX 3090

RTX 3090's 24 GB GDDR6X and PCIe form factor suit image generation workflows affordably; 35.6 TFLOPS FP16 meets typical demands.

Scientific Computing
MI325X

MI325X's 1307 TFLOPS FP32 and Infinity Fabric enable large simulations; 6000 GB/s bandwidth processes datasets far beyond RTX 3090's 936 GB/s.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has more VRAM, MI325X or RTX 3090?

MI325X provides 256 GB HBM3e VRAM, over 10 times the RTX 3090's 24 GB GDDR6X. This allows MI325X to load enormous AI models without splitting across GPUs.

How does MI325X compare to RTX 3090 in FP16 performance?

MI325X achieves 1307 TFLOPS FP16, about 37 times the RTX 3090's 35.6 TFLOPS. Training and inference run dramatically faster on MI325X.

What is the memory bandwidth difference?

MI325X offers 6000 GB/s, over six times the RTX 3090's 936 GB/s. Higher bandwidth on MI325X supports larger batch sizes in deep learning.

RTX 3090 cloud pricing versus MI325X?

RTX 3090 starts at $0.08 per hour, averaging $0.41 across 51 offers; MI325X has no live offers currently. RTX 3090 provides immediate budget access.

Power consumption of MI325X vs RTX 3090?

MI325X draws 750W TDP, more than double the RTX 3090's 350W. MI325X demands robust data center power infrastructure.

Best GPU for large model training?

MI325X excels with 256 GB VRAM and 1307 TFLOPS FP32. RTX 3090's 24 GB limits it to smaller models.

Which is cheaper to rent, the MI325X or the RTX 3090?

Cloud rental prices for both the MI325X and RTX 3090 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 MI325X have compared to the RTX 3090?

The MI325X has 256 GB of HBM3e memory. The RTX 3090 has 24 GB of GDDR6X memory.

Can I find MI325X and RTX 3090 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 MI325X and the RTX 3090?

The MI325X uses the CDNA 3 architecture (2024) while the RTX 3090 uses Ampere (2020). The MI325X delivers 36.7x the FP16 throughput and 6.4x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 3090.