Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX-3060 | RTX-5880-ADA |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W | 285W |
| VRAM | 12 GB | 48 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 3,584 | 14,080 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | ||
| Tensor Cores | 112 | 440 |
| FP16 Performance | 12.7 TFLOPS | 69.7 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 12.7 TFLOPS | 69.7 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 360 GB/s | 960 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
Compute performance defines the divide: the RTX 5880 Ada's 69.7 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32 exceeds the RTX 3060 Ti's 12.7 TFLOPS by a factor of 5.5, accelerating neural network training and inference cycles. Training large models benefits from this power, as matrix multiplications complete faster, while inference handles higher query volumes without latency spikes. Memory specifications amplify advantages: 48 GB VRAM versus 12 GB supports massive models and batch sizes up to four times larger, preventing out-of-memory failures in LLM fine-tuning. Bandwidth at 960 GB/s compared to 360 GB/s doubles data throughput, enabling sustained high batch sizes in diffusion models or simulations where memory access bottlenecks performance. Power draw rises from 170W to 285W, but efficiency gains in Ada architecture offset this for density-focused deployments.
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
The RTX 3060 Ti excels in cost-sensitive scenarios. Its pricing from $0.03 per hour makes it ideal for prototyping, small-scale inference, or educational workloads where 12 GB VRAM and 12.7 TFLOPS suffice. Low 170W TDP suits edge or multi-GPU setups with power constraints, delivering reliable performance without premium costs.
When to Choose the RTX 5880 Ada
Professional users select the RTX 5880 Ada for high-end compute. The 48 GB VRAM and 69.7 TFLOPS handle large-scale training and complex simulations that overwhelm the RTX 3060 Ti. Despite 285W TDP, its Ada efficiency shines in data centers prioritizing throughput over initial pricing.
Use Cases
The RTX 5880 Ada's 48 GB VRAM and 69.7 TFLOPS support large parameter counts and extended training runs. The RTX 3060 Ti's 12 GB limits it to smaller models.
High 69.7 TFLOPS and 960 GB/s bandwidth enable low-latency serving of massive LLMs. RTX 3060 Ti struggles with batch sizes beyond 12 GB capacity.
RTX 3060 Ti handles small datasets at $0.03 per hour; RTX 5880 Ada scales to larger ones with 48 GB VRAM. Choice depends on model size.
48 GB VRAM fits high-resolution generations and upscaling; 69.7 TFLOPS speeds iterations over RTX 3060 Ti's limits.
Superior 960 GB/s bandwidth and 69.7 TFLOPS accelerate simulations; 12 GB VRAM on RTX 3060 Ti constrains dataset sizes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the VRAM difference between RTX 3060 Ti and RTX 5880 Ada?▾
The RTX 5880 Ada has 48 GB GDDR6 VRAM, while the RTX 3060 Ti offers 12 GB GDDR6. This quadruples capacity for larger models. Bandwidth follows suit at 960 GB/s versus 360 GB/s.
How do TFLOPS compare for RTX 3060 Ti vs RTX 5880 Ada?▾
RTX 5880 Ada delivers 69.7 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32; RTX 3060 Ti provides 12.7 TFLOPS in both. The Ada GPU is 5.5 times faster for compute tasks.
What is the cloud pricing for RTX 3060 Ti?▾
Pricing starts at $0.03 per hour, averaging $0.06 per hour across two live offers. RTX 5880 Ada has no current listings. This makes RTX 3060 Ti budget-friendly.
Is RTX 5880 Ada better for machine learning training?▾
Yes, its 69.7 TFLOPS and 48 GB VRAM outperform RTX 3060 Ti's 12.7 TFLOPS and 12 GB for training. Larger batches and faster epochs result.
What are the TDP ratings of these GPUs?▾
RTX 3060 Ti consumes 170W; RTX 5880 Ada requires 285W. Both use PCIe form factors without interconnects specified.
Which GPU has newer architecture?▾
RTX 5880 Ada uses Ada Lovelace from 2024; RTX 3060 Ti relies on Ampere from 2021. This yields efficiency gains in the newer card.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 3060 or the RTX 5880 Ada?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 3060 and RTX 5880 Ada 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 5880 Ada?▾
The RTX 3060 has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 5880 Ada has 48 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find RTX 3060 and RTX 5880 Ada 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 5880 Ada?▾
The RTX 3060 uses the Ampere architecture (2021) while the RTX 5880 Ada uses Ada Lovelace (2024). The RTX 5880 Ada delivers 5.5x the FP16 throughput and 2.7x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 3060.