Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX-2080 | RTX-3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 215W | 170W |
| VRAM | 8-11 GB | 12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 2,944 | 3,584 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | |
| Tensor Cores | 368 | 112 |
| FP16 Performance | 10.1 TFLOPS | 12.7 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 10.1 TFLOPS | 12.7 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 616 GB/s | 360 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 3060 Ti's 12.7 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32 surpasses the RTX 2080 Ti's 10.1 TFLOPS by 26 percent, accelerating deep learning training and inference. Training cycles complete faster on the 3060 Ti, and inference latency drops for real-time applications like LLMs. The identical FP16 and FP32 rates on both indicate balanced scalar and half-precision compute without specialized tensor core divergence in these specs. Higher bandwidth on the RTX 2080 Ti at 616 GB/s versus 360 GB/s enables larger batch sizes in memory-bound workloads: models with high data throughput avoid stalls, supporting up to 70 percent more bandwidth-intensive operations. The RTX 3060 Ti counters with 12 GB VRAM against 8-11 GB, accommodating bigger models or datasets without swapping. Lower 170W TDP on the 3060 Ti improves efficiency over 215W, cutting power costs in extended cloud runs by about 21 percent.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
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 |
RTX 3060 Ti
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Vast.ai | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB VRAM | 12GB | 36 vCPU 31GB RAM 862GB Storage | Texas | $0.23/GPU/hr | Available | ||
Vast.ai | 4×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB VRAM | 12GB | 128 vCPU 336GB RAM 1431GB Storage | Texas | $0.23/GPU/hr $0.90/hr total (4×) | Available | ||
Vast.ai | 2×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB VRAM | 12GB | 24 vCPU 55GB RAM 1940GB Storage | Texas | $0.23/GPU/hr $0.45/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
Vast.ai | 2×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB VRAM | 12GB | 64 vCPU 126GB RAM 3050GB Storage | Texas | $0.23/GPU/hr $0.45/hr total (2×) | Available |
When to Choose the RTX 2080 Ti
Select the RTX 2080 Ti for bandwidth-critical tasks like large-scale scientific computing or multi-GPU training via NVLink. Its 616 GB/s bandwidth handles high-throughput data movement better than the 3060 Ti's 360 GB/s, enabling larger batches in simulations. Legacy Turing-optimized software also performs reliably on this GPU.
When to Choose the RTX 3060 Ti
The RTX 3060 Ti suits modern AI workflows prioritizing compute and value. With 12.7 TFLOPS and 12 GB VRAM, it outperforms in LLM fine-tuning and inference at lower costs from $0.03 per hour. Ampere architecture and 170W TDP favor power-efficient, budget-conscious deployments.
Use Cases
RTX 3060 Ti's 12.7 TFLOPS FP16 outperforms 2080 Ti's 10.1 TFLOPS for faster training epochs. 12 GB VRAM handles larger batches than 8-11 GB.
Higher 12.7 TFLOPS on RTX 3060 Ti reduces latency versus 10.1 TFLOPS. Newer Ampere architecture optimizes inference efficiency.
12.7 TFLOPS and 12 GB VRAM on RTX 3060 Ti accelerate fine-tuning of mid-sized models. Lower $0.06/hr average cost fits iterative workflows.
RTX 3060 Ti's 12 GB VRAM exceeds 2080 Ti's 8-11 GB for higher-resolution image generation. 12.7 TFLOPS speeds diffusion steps.
RTX 2080 Ti's 616 GB/s bandwidth supports data-heavy simulations better than 360 GB/s. NVLink aids multi-GPU scaling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has higher compute performance?▾
The RTX 3060 Ti leads with 12.7 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, compared to 10.1 TFLOPS on the RTX 2080 Ti. This 26 percent advantage boosts training and inference speeds.
What are the VRAM differences?▾
RTX 3060 Ti provides 12 GB GDDR6 VRAM, while RTX 2080 Ti offers 8-11 GB. The extra capacity on 3060 Ti suits larger models without out-of-memory errors.
How do memory bandwidths compare?▾
RTX 2080 Ti delivers 616 GB/s, surpassing RTX 3060 Ti's 360 GB/s by 71 percent. Higher bandwidth benefits large-batch processing.
What are the cloud pricing ranges?▾
RTX 3060 Ti starts at $0.03 per hour average $0.06 across 2 offers. RTX 2080 Ti begins at $0.06 per hour average $0.11 across 6 offers.
Which has lower power consumption?▾
RTX 3060 Ti uses 170W TDP versus 215W on RTX 2080 Ti, a 21 percent reduction. This lowers costs in long-running cloud instances.
Does either support multi-GPU interconnects?▾
RTX 2080 Ti includes NVLink for efficient multi-GPU communication. RTX 3060 Ti lacks a specified interconnect, relying on PCIe.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 2080 or the RTX 3060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 2080 and RTX 3060 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 2080 have compared to the RTX 3060?▾
The RTX 2080 has 8 to 11 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 3060 has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find RTX 2080 and RTX 3060 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 2080 and the RTX 3060?▾
The RTX 2080 uses the Turing architecture (2018) while the RTX 3060 uses Ampere (2021). The RTX 3060 delivers 1.3x the FP16 throughput and 1.7x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 2080.