Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX-2060 | RTX-3090 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 160W | 350W |
| VRAM | 6-12 GB | 24 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 1,920 | 10,496 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | |
| Tensor Cores | 240 | 328 |
| FP16 Performance | 6.5 TFLOPS | 35.6 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 6.5 TFLOPS | 35.6 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 336 GB/s | 936 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
Compute disparity defines these GPUs: the RTX 3090 Ti delivers 35.6 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, compared to 6.5 TFLOPS on the RTX 2060 SUPER. This enables the RTX 3090 Ti to accelerate training and inference by roughly 5.5 times for FP16-heavy deep learning workloads.
VRAM and bandwidth gaps impact model handling profoundly: 24 GB GDDR6X versus 6 to 12 GB GDDR6 allows larger models on the RTX 3090 Ti without out-of-memory errors. The 936 GB/s bandwidth supports bigger batch sizes than the 336 GB/s limit, speeding convergence in training.
The RTX 3090 Ti's 350W TDP demands robust cooling, unlike the efficient 160W of the RTX 2060 SUPER. NVLink on the RTX 3090 Ti facilitates multi-GPU scaling absent in the RTX 2060 SUPER.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
RTX 3090 Ti
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 TensorDock | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 0 vCPU 0GB RAM | Wilmington, Delaware | $0.20/GPU/hr | Available | ||
TensorDock | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 0 vCPU 0GB RAM | Dallas, Texas | $0.21/GPU/hr | Available | ||
 Vast.ai | 4×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 32 vCPU 403GB RAM 104GB Storage | Iceland | $0.25/GPU/hr $1.01/hr total (4×) | Available | ||
Vast.ai | 4×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 32 vCPU 252GB RAM 1440GB Storage | Finland | $0.27/GPU/hr $1.07/hr total (4×) | Available | ||
 LeaderGPU | 8×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 64 vCPU 384GB RAM 2000GB Storage | Netherlands | $0.29/GPU/hr $2.29/hr total (8×) | Available |
When to Choose the RTX 2060 SUPER
Select the RTX 2060 SUPER for budget-conscious, low-intensity AI experiments. Its 160W TDP suits power-limited local desktops, and 6 to 12 GB VRAM handles small models or inference on modest datasets. Absence of cloud offers encourages on-premises use where efficiency trumps peak performance.
When to Choose the RTX 3090 Ti
The RTX 3090 Ti excels in demanding workloads like large model training. With 24 GB VRAM and 936 GB/s bandwidth, it manages high batch sizes effectively. Affordable cloud access from $0.10 per hour and NVLink support make it ideal for scalable, production-grade deployments.
Use Cases
The RTX 3090 Ti's 24 GB VRAM fits large language models, unlike the RTX 2060 SUPER's 6 to 12 GB limit. Its 35.6 TFLOPS accelerates training significantly.
High 936 GB/s bandwidth on the RTX 3090 Ti supports fast token generation with large batches. The RTX 2060 SUPER's 336 GB/s constrains throughput.
Smaller datasets fit the RTX 2060 SUPER's 6 to 12 GB VRAM for quick iterations. The RTX 3090 Ti's 24 GB handles bigger fine-tuning jobs efficiently.
The RTX 3090 Ti's 35.6 TFLOPS and 24 GB VRAM generate high-resolution images rapidly. The RTX 2060 SUPER struggles with memory-intensive generations.
NVLink and 936 GB/s bandwidth on the RTX 3090 Ti enable multi-GPU simulations. The RTX 2060 SUPER suffices only for lightweight computations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM: RTX 2060 SUPER or RTX 3090 Ti?▾
The RTX 3090 Ti offers 24 GB GDDR6X VRAM. The RTX 2060 SUPER provides 6 to 12 GB GDDR6. This makes the RTX 3090 Ti better for large models.
What is the performance difference in TFLOPS?▾
The RTX 3090 Ti achieves 35.6 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32. The RTX 2060 SUPER delivers 6.5 TFLOPS in both. The gap equates to 5.5 times more compute on the RTX 3090 Ti.
RTX 3090 Ti cloud pricing on gpuperhour.com?▾
Pricing starts from $0.10 per hour, averaging $0.25 per hour across 5 live offers. No offers exist for the RTX 2060 SUPER currently.
Which has higher memory bandwidth?▾
The RTX 3090 Ti reaches 936 GB/s. The RTX 2060 SUPER offers 336 GB/s. Higher bandwidth aids larger batch sizes on the RTX 3090 Ti.
Power consumption comparison?▾
The RTX 3090 Ti has a 350W TDP. The RTX 2060 SUPER uses 160W. Lower TDP makes the RTX 2060 SUPER suitable for efficient setups.
Does the RTX 2060 SUPER support NVLink?▾
The RTX 2060 SUPER lacks NVLink and uses PCIe only. The RTX 3090 Ti includes NVLink for multi-GPU connectivity.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 2060 or the RTX 3090?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 2060 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 RTX 2060 have compared to the RTX 3090?▾
The RTX 2060 has 6 to 12 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 3090 has 24 GB of GDDR6X memory.
Can I find RTX 2060 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 RTX 2060 and the RTX 3090?▾
The RTX 2060 uses the Turing architecture (2019) while the RTX 3090 uses Ampere (2020). The RTX 3090 delivers 5.5x the FP16 throughput and 2.8x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 2060.