Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX-2080 | RTX-4060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 215W | 115W |
| VRAM | 8-11 GB | 8 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 2,944 | 3,072 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Turing | Ada Lovelace |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | |
| Tensor Cores | 368 | 96 |
| FP16 Performance | 10.1 TFLOPS | 15.1 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 10.1 TFLOPS | 15.1 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 616 GB/s | 272 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 4060 demonstrates a clear compute advantage: its 15.1 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32 exceeds the RTX 2080 Ti's 10.1 TFLOPS by 49 percent, benefiting training and inference tasks that are compute-bound, such as LLM fine-tuning where matrix multiplications dominate. This delta translates to faster iteration times in deep learning frameworks. Conversely, the RTX 2080 Ti's 616 GB/s memory bandwidth doubles the RTX 4060's 272 GB/s, enabling larger batch sizes in memory-bound scenarios like high-resolution Stable Diffusion generation or scientific simulations with extensive datasets. Lower bandwidth on the RTX 4060 may limit effective throughput in such cases. Power efficiency favors the RTX 4060 at 115 W TDP versus 215 W, reducing operational costs in prolonged cloud sessions, though the RTX 2080 Ti's NVLink interconnect supports multi-GPU scaling unavailable on the RTX 4060.
Live Cloud Pricing
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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 |
When to Choose the RTX 2080 Ti
The RTX 2080 Ti excels in bandwidth-heavy workloads requiring up to 11 GB VRAM and 616 GB/s throughput, such as large-batch LLM inference or Stable Diffusion with high-resolution outputs. Its cloud pricing from $0.06 per hour makes it ideal for cost-sensitive projects needing immediate availability across four live offers. Users prioritizing multi-GPU setups benefit from NVLink support.
When to Choose the RTX 4060
The RTX 4060 suits compute-intensive tasks like LLM training, where 15.1 TFLOPS outperforms the RTX 2080 Ti's 10.1 TFLOPS, and its 115 W TDP ensures lower power draw. It appeals to efficiency-focused deployments on newer Ada Lovelace architecture, despite current lack of cloud offers. Single-GPU inference benefits from the performance edge.
Use Cases
The RTX 4060's 15.1 TFLOPS FP16 exceeds the RTX 2080 Ti's 10.1 TFLOPS, accelerating matrix-heavy training phases. Lower 115 W TDP supports sustained runs.
RTX 2080 Ti's 616 GB/s bandwidth handles larger batch sizes better than 272 GB/s on RTX 4060. Up to 11 GB VRAM aids token processing.
Higher 15.1 TFLOPS on RTX 4060 speeds gradient computations over RTX 2080 Ti's 10.1 TFLOPS. Efficiency at 115 W reduces costs.
RTX 2080 Ti's 616 GB/s bandwidth supports larger images and batches versus RTX 4060's 272 GB/s. NVLink enables scaling.
RTX 2080 Ti offers bandwidth for data movement at 616 GB/s, while RTX 4060 provides compute at 15.1 TFLOPS. Choice depends on workload balance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has higher memory bandwidth?▾
The RTX 2080 Ti achieves 616 GB/s, more than double the RTX 4060's 272 GB/s. This benefits memory-intensive tasks like large-batch processing. Bandwidth impacts throughput in data-heavy simulations.
What are the TFLOPS ratings?▾
RTX 4060 delivers 15.1 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, surpassing RTX 2080 Ti's 10.1 TFLOPS by 49 percent. Higher TFLOPS aids compute-bound AI training. Both support half-precision workloads equally in ratio.
Which has lower power consumption?▾
RTX 4060 uses 115 W TDP, nearly half of RTX 2080 Ti's 215 W. Lower TDP lowers cloud electricity costs. Efficiency suits prolonged inference runs.
Is RTX 2080 Ti available in cloud rentals?▾
RTX 2080 Ti offers start from $0.06 per hour, averaging $0.10 per hour across four providers. RTX 4060 has no live offers. Availability drives short-term choices.
What VRAM do they offer?▾
RTX 2080 Ti provides 8-11 GB GDDR6, while RTX 4060 has 8 GB GDDR6. Extra VRAM on RTX 2080 Ti fits larger models. Both use PCIe form factors.
Which architecture is newer?▾
RTX 4060 uses 2023 Ada Lovelace, improving on RTX 2080 Ti's 2018 Turing. Newer architecture enhances ray tracing and AI features. Performance gains appear in FP32 at 15.1 TFLOPS.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 2080 or the RTX 4060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 2080 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 RTX 2080 have compared to the RTX 4060?▾
The RTX 2080 has 8 to 11 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 4060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find RTX 2080 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 RTX 2080 and the RTX 4060?▾
The RTX 2080 uses the Turing architecture (2018) while the RTX 4060 uses Ada Lovelace (2023). The RTX 4060 delivers 1.5x the FP16 throughput and 2.3x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 2080.