Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX-3060 | RTX-4070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W | 200W |
| VRAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 3,584 | 5,888 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | ||
| Tensor Cores | 112 | 184 |
| FP16 Performance | 12.7 TFLOPS | 29.1 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 12.7 TFLOPS | 29.1 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 360 GB/s | 504 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER outperforms the RTX 3060 Ti significantly in compute: its 44.1 TFLOPS FP16 and FP32 ratings dwarf the 16.2 TFLOPS of the RTX 3060 Ti, enabling 2.7 times faster matrix operations critical for deep learning. This delta translates to quicker LLM training epochs and inference latencies, especially in FP16-optimized frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
Memory specifications favor the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER for demanding workloads: 16 GB GDDR6X VRAM versus 8 GB GDDR6 allows handling larger models without swapping, while 672 GB/s bandwidth compared to 448 GB/s supports bigger batch sizes and reduces bottlenecks in data-heavy tasks like Stable Diffusion generation.
Power draw reflects capability differences: the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's 285 W TDP exceeds the RTX 3060 Ti's 200 W, indicating higher sustained performance but requiring robust cooling in cloud setups. Overall, these specs position the newer GPU for scalable AI pipelines.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
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 |
RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 RunPod | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti 12GB VRAM | 12GB | 6 vCPU 30GB RAM | 🌍global | $0.50/GPU/hr |
When to Choose the RTX 3060 Ti
The RTX 3060 Ti suits budget-limited projects: at $0.03 per hour starting price, it delivers 16.2 TFLOPS FP32 for entry-level inference or fine-tuning small models under 8 GB VRAM. It excels in light scientific computing or Stable Diffusion with modest batch sizes, where 448 GB/s bandwidth suffices and 200 W TDP keeps costs low.
Choose it for prototyping or intermittent cloud usage across 2 offers averaging $0.06 per hour, avoiding overprovisioning for tasks not saturating Ampere architecture limits.
When to Choose the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
Opt for the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER in performance-critical scenarios: 44.1 TFLOPS FP16 enables rapid LLM training, while 16 GB VRAM handles large-parameter models that exceed RTX 3060 Ti capacity. The 672 GB/s bandwidth supports high-throughput inference at scale.
It benefits intensive fine-tuning or scientific simulations despite $0.09 per hour starting cost, leveraging Ada Lovelace efficiencies for 2.7 times faster processing across 2 offers averaging $0.17 per hour.
Use Cases
The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's 16 GB VRAM and 44.1 TFLOPS FP16 handle large models and batches better than the RTX 3060 Ti's 8 GB and 16.2 TFLOPS.
44.1 TFLOPS FP32 and 672 GB/s bandwidth on RTX 4070 Ti SUPER deliver lower latency for high-volume queries compared to RTX 3060 Ti's 16.2 TFLOPS and 448 GB/s.
RTX 4070 Ti SUPER supports bigger datasets with 16 GB VRAM, while 2.7 times higher TFLOPS speeds iterations over RTX 3060 Ti limits.
RTX 3060 Ti manages basic generations with 8 GB VRAM at low cost, but RTX 4070 Ti SUPER excels in high-res or batched outputs via 16 GB and superior bandwidth.
The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's 44.1 TFLOPS and 672 GB/s bandwidth accelerate simulations more effectively than RTX 3060 Ti's specs for complex datasets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM: RTX 3060 Ti or RTX 4070 Ti SUPER?▾
The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER offers 16 GB GDDR6X VRAM. The RTX 3060 Ti provides 8 GB GDDR6. This difference allows larger models on the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER.
What is the TFLOPS difference between RTX 3060 Ti and RTX 4070 Ti SUPER?▾
RTX 4070 Ti SUPER delivers 44.1 TFLOPS in both FP16 and FP32. RTX 3060 Ti achieves 16.2 TFLOPS in each. This yields 2.7 times more compute on the newer GPU.
How do cloud prices compare for these GPUs?▾
RTX 3060 Ti starts at $0.03 per hour, averaging $0.06 across 2 offers. RTX 4070 Ti SUPER begins at $0.09 per hour, averaging $0.17 across 2 offers.
Which has higher memory bandwidth?▾
RTX 4070 Ti SUPER provides 672 GB/s with GDDR6X. RTX 3060 Ti offers 448 GB/s with GDDR6. Higher bandwidth aids larger batch sizes.
What are the TDPs of RTX 3060 Ti and RTX 4070 Ti SUPER?▾
RTX 3060 Ti has a 200 W TDP. RTX 4070 Ti SUPER requires 285 W. The higher TDP correlates with greater performance.
Is RTX 4070 Ti SUPER newer than RTX 3060 Ti?▾
RTX 4070 Ti SUPER uses 2024 Ada Lovelace architecture. RTX 3060 Ti relies on 2020 Ampere. The generational gap drives major spec improvements.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 3060 or the RTX 4070?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 3060 and RTX 4070 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 3060 have compared to the RTX 4070?▾
The RTX 3060 has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 4070 has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory.
Can I find RTX 3060 and RTX 4070 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 3060 and the RTX 4070?▾
The RTX 3060 uses the Ampere architecture (2021) while the RTX 4070 uses Ada Lovelace (2023). The RTX 4070 delivers 2.3x the FP16 throughput and 1.4x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 3060.