Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX-3060 | RTX-5070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W | 250W |
| VRAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 3,584 | 6,144 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR7 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Blackwell |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | ||
| Tensor Cores | 112 | 192 |
| FP16 Performance | 12.7 TFLOPS | 40.6 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 12.7 TFLOPS | 40.6 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 360 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
Compute capability defines the core disparity: RTX 5070 achieves 40.6 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, surpassing RTX 3060 Ti's 12.7 TFLOPS by a factor of 3.2. This accelerates LLM training cycles and inference latency, handling complex models with half-precision arithmetic more efficiently.
Memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s on RTX 5070 exceeds 360 GB/s on RTX 3060 Ti, enabling larger batch sizes in training and reducing data transfer bottlenecks. GDDR7 technology further minimizes latency for high-throughput workloads like fine-tuning.
The 250W TDP on RTX 5070 contrasts with 170W on RTX 3060 Ti, supporting sustained peak performance at the expense of higher power draw, which proves advantageous in dense cloud instances.
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 | 24 vCPU 110GB RAM 3881GB Storage | Texas | $0.23/GPU/hr $0.90/hr total (4×) | 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 | 64 vCPU 126GB RAM 3050GB Storage | Texas | $0.23/GPU/hr $0.45/hr total (2×) | Available |
When to Choose the RTX 3060 Ti
RTX 3060 Ti fits budget-conscious deployments. Its $0.03 to $0.06 per hour pricing supports entry-level LLM inference, Stable Diffusion, or light fine-tuning with 12 GB VRAM and 360 GB/s bandwidth. The 170W TDP suits power-limited setups without sacrificing viability for smaller models.
When to Choose the RTX 5070
RTX 5070 targets high-performance needs. The 40.6 TFLOPS FP16/FP32 excels in LLM training and scientific computing, while 448 GB/s bandwidth manages large batches effectively. Higher $0.08 to $0.16 per hour cost aligns with production-scale acceleration.
Use Cases
RTX 5070's 40.6 TFLOPS FP16 outperforms RTX 3060 Ti's 12.7 TFLOPS, shortening training times significantly. Higher 448 GB/s bandwidth supports larger models.
40.6 TFLOPS on RTX 5070 reduces inference latency compared to 12.7 TFLOPS on RTX 3060 Ti. 12 GB VRAM handles most deployments efficiently.
Both offer 12 GB VRAM for common models. RTX 5070 accelerates with 40.6 TFLOPS, but RTX 3060 Ti suffices at lower $0.06 per hour average.
RTX 3060 Ti's 360 GB/s bandwidth and $0.03 per hour starting price manage image generation adequately. 12.7 TFLOPS meets moderate demands.
RTX 5070's 448 GB/s bandwidth and 40.6 TFLOPS FP32 excel in simulations. Superior to RTX 3060 Ti's 360 GB/s and 12.7 TFLOPS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the VRAM difference between RTX 3060 Ti and RTX 5070?▾
Both GPUs provide 12 GB VRAM. RTX 3060 Ti uses GDDR6, while RTX 5070 employs faster GDDR7. This parity suits similar model sizes in cloud workloads.
How do FP32 performances compare?▾
RTX 5070 delivers 40.6 TFLOPS FP32 versus 12.7 TFLOPS on RTX 3060 Ti. The gap enables 3.2 times faster general compute tasks. Training benefits most from this delta.
Which has higher memory bandwidth?▾
RTX 5070 offers 448 GB/s, exceeding RTX 3060 Ti's 360 GB/s by 24 percent. Larger batches become feasible on RTX 5070. GDDR7 contributes to efficiency gains.
What are the cloud rental prices?▾
RTX 3060 Ti starts at $0.03 per hour, averaging $0.06 across two offers. RTX 5070 begins at $0.08 per hour, averaging $0.16. Budget users favor RTX 3060 Ti.
Which GPU has lower TDP?▾
RTX 3060 Ti consumes 170W TDP compared to RTX 5070's 250W. Lower power suits constrained environments. Performance scales with higher TDP on RTX 5070.
Is RTX 5070 worth the extra cost?▾
RTX 5070 justifies $0.16 average hourly rate with 40.6 TFLOPS versus 12.7 TFLOPS on RTX 3060 Ti. Intensive AI tasks recoup investment via speed. Casual use favors RTX 3060 Ti.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 3060 or the RTX 5070?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 3060 and RTX 5070 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 5070?▾
The RTX 3060 has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 5070 has 12 GB of GDDR7 memory.
Can I find RTX 3060 and RTX 5070 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 5070?▾
The RTX 3060 uses the Ampere architecture (2021) while the RTX 5070 uses Blackwell (2025). The RTX 5070 delivers 3.2x the FP16 throughput and 1.2x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 3060.