Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX-3080 | RTX-5060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 320W | 180W |
| VRAM | 10-12 GB | 12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 8,704 | 4,608 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR7 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Blackwell |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | ||
| Tensor Cores | 272 | 144 |
| FP16 Performance | 29.8 TFLOPS | 23.1 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 29.8 TFLOPS | 23.1 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 760 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
Raw compute performance favors the RTX 3080: its 29.8 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32 exceeds the RTX 5060's 23.1 TFLOPS, enabling faster model training and inference on large datasets. In training scenarios, this 29 percent higher throughput reduces epoch times significantly for FP32-heavy tasks like scientific simulations.
Memory bandwidth dictates batch size capabilities: the RTX 3080's 760 GB/s supports larger batches than the RTX 5060's 448 GB/s, minimizing data loading bottlenecks in deep learning pipelines. Lower bandwidth on the newer GPU may constrain high-resolution image generation or multi-modal models.
Power efficiency differentiates usage: RTX 5060's 180W TDP consumes less than RTX 3080's 320W, suiting dense cloud clusters. However, Blackwell architecture likely introduces tensor core improvements not reflected in base TFLOPS, potentially enhancing specialized inference.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
RTX 5060
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Vast.ai | 4×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 128 vCPU 126GB RAM 2690GB Storage | Maryland | $0.27/GPU/hr $1.07/hr total (4×) | Available |
When to Choose the RTX 3080
Select the RTX 3080 for bandwidth-intensive workloads: its 760 GB/s enables larger batch sizes in LLM training compared to 448 GB/s on RTX 5060. With 29.8 TFLOPS versus 23.1 TFLOPS, it accelerates FP32 computations in scientific computing at a minimum $0.06 per hour.
When to Choose the RTX 5060
Choose the RTX 5060 for power-sensitive deployments: its 180W TDP is 44 percent lower than RTX 3080's 320W, ideal for multi-GPU setups. The Blackwell architecture and 12 GB GDDR7 VRAM benefit low-latency inference at average $0.14 per hour.
Use Cases
RTX 3080's 29.8 TFLOPS and 760 GB/s bandwidth handle large model training batches better than RTX 5060's 23.1 TFLOPS and 448 GB/s.
RTX 5060's lower 180W TDP and Blackwell architecture optimize for efficient, low-latency serving in production environments.
Higher 29.8 TFLOPS on RTX 3080 speeds up fine-tuning iterations compared to 23.1 TFLOPS on RTX 5060.
RTX 3080's 760 GB/s bandwidth supports high-resolution image generation without bottlenecks, exceeding RTX 5060's 448 GB/s.
RTX 3080 delivers 29.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance for simulations, outperforming RTX 5060's 23.1 TFLOPS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has higher TFLOPS?▾
The RTX 3080 achieves 29.8 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, surpassing the RTX 5060's 23.1 TFLOPS. This advantage benefits compute-heavy tasks like training.
What is the memory bandwidth difference?▾
RTX 3080 offers 760 GB/s, nearly double the RTX 5060's 448 GB/s. Higher bandwidth supports larger batches in deep learning.
Which has lower TDP?▾
RTX 5060 consumes 180W, compared to RTX 3080's 320W. Lower TDP suits power-limited cloud instances.
How do cloud prices compare?▾
RTX 3080 starts at $0.06 per hour average $0.15 across 10 offers; RTX 5060 at $0.07 average $0.14 across 8 offers. Pricing remains competitive.
What VRAM do they have?▾
RTX 3080 provides 10 to 12 GB GDDR6X; RTX 5060 has 12 GB GDDR7. Similar capacities fit mid-sized models.
Which architecture is newer?▾
RTX 5060 uses Blackwell from 2025, versus Ampere 2020 on RTX 3080. Newer design may include efficiency gains.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 3080 or the RTX 5060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 3080 and RTX 5060 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 3080 have compared to the RTX 5060?▾
The RTX 3080 has 10 to 12 GB of GDDR6X memory. The RTX 5060 has 12 GB of GDDR7 memory.
Can I find RTX 3080 and RTX 5060 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 3080 and the RTX 5060?▾
The RTX 3080 uses the Ampere architecture (2020) while the RTX 5060 uses Blackwell (2025). The RTX 3080 delivers 1.3x the FP16 throughput and 1.7x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 5060.