Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX-3090 | RTX-4060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 350W | 115W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 8 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 10,496 | 3,072 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | |
| Tensor Cores | 328 | 96 |
| FP16 Performance | 35.6 TFLOPS | 15.1 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 35.6 TFLOPS | 15.1 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 936 GB/s | 272 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 3090 Ti's 35.6 TFLOPS FP16 and FP32 performance enables approximately 2.4 times faster training and inference speeds over the RTX 4060's 15.1 TFLOPS. Equal FP16 and FP32 rates on both GPUs ensure balanced handling of half-precision training common in deep learning and full-precision inference without precision bottlenecks.
A 936 GB/s memory bandwidth on the RTX 3090 Ti permits larger batch sizes in model training, accelerating convergence compared to the RTX 4060's 272 GB/s limit. The 24 GB VRAM capacity accommodates massive models or datasets that cause out-of-memory failures on the RTX 4060's 8 GB, critical for large language models or high-resolution generative tasks.
Power differences highlight trade-offs: the RTX 3090 Ti's 350W TDP demands robust cooling, while the RTX 4060's 115W suits constrained environments, though its lower specs reduce overall throughput.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
RTX 3090 Ti
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 TensorDock | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 0 vCPU 0GB RAM | Wilmington, Delaware | $0.20/GPU/hr | Available | ||
TensorDock | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 0 vCPU 0GB RAM | Dallas, Texas | $0.21/GPU/hr | Available | ||
 Vast.ai | 4×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 32 vCPU 403GB RAM 104GB Storage | Iceland | $0.25/GPU/hr $1.01/hr total (4×) | Available | ||
Vast.ai | 4×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 32 vCPU 252GB RAM 1440GB Storage | Finland | $0.27/GPU/hr $1.07/hr total (4×) | Available | ||
 LeaderGPU | 8×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 64 vCPU 384GB RAM 2000GB Storage | Netherlands | $0.29/GPU/hr $2.29/hr total (8×) | Available |
When to Choose the RTX 3090 Ti
Select the RTX 3090 Ti for memory-intensive applications like LLM training or Stable Diffusion with large batches, where 24 GB VRAM and 936 GB/s bandwidth prevent limitations. Its NVLink support enables multi-GPU scaling, and cloud pricing from $0.10 per hour averaging $0.25 per hour provides value for high-compute needs.
The 35.6 TFLOPS performance excels in FP16/FP32 workloads demanding raw power over efficiency.
When to Choose the RTX 4060
Choose the RTX 4060 for lightweight inference or fine-tuning small models in power-limited setups, leveraging its 115W TDP and Ada Lovelace architecture for better efficiency per watt. It suits deployments where 8 GB VRAM suffices and low latency matters more than capacity.
Absence of cloud offers may favor on-premises use for cost-sensitive, low-demand tasks.
Use Cases
24 GB VRAM and 936 GB/s bandwidth on the RTX 3090 Ti handle large models and batches infeasible on the RTX 4060's 8 GB VRAM.
35.6 TFLOPS FP16 performance supports faster serving of substantial models with ample VRAM capacity.
RTX 3090 Ti's 24 GB VRAM manages gradients and checkpoints for bigger models without memory errors.
High VRAM enables high-resolution image generation and batch processing beyond RTX 4060 limits.
Both provide equal FP16/FP32 ratios, but RTX 3090 Ti offers superior capacity for complex simulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM?▾
The RTX 3090 Ti features 24 GB GDDR6X VRAM, three times the 8 GB GDDR6 of the RTX 4060. This advantage suits large model workloads. The RTX 4060 limits applications needing over 8 GB.
What are the TFLOPS differences?▾
RTX 3090 Ti delivers 35.6 TFLOPS FP16 and FP32, more than double the RTX 4060's 15.1 TFLOPS in both. This yields faster training and inference. Bandwidth of 936 GB/s versus 272 GB/s further boosts RTX 3090 Ti throughput.
Which has higher power consumption?▾
RTX 3090 Ti requires 350W TDP, triple the RTX 4060's 115W. Higher TDP correlates with greater performance. RTX 4060 fits low-power scenarios better.
What cloud pricing exists?▾
RTX 3090 Ti offers start from $0.10 per hour, averaging $0.25 per hour across five live deals. RTX 4060 has no live cloud offers. Pricing makes RTX 3090 Ti accessible for rentals.
What architectures power these GPUs?▾
RTX 3090 Ti uses Ampere from 2020, while RTX 4060 employs Ada Lovelace from 2023. Newer architecture improves RTX 4060 efficiency. RTX 3090 Ti provides higher absolute performance.
Do they support multi-GPU interconnects?▾
RTX 3090 Ti includes NVLink for scaling across GPUs. RTX 4060 lacks an interconnect. This favors RTX 3090 Ti for distributed training.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 3090 or the RTX 4060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 3090 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 3090 have compared to the RTX 4060?▾
The RTX 3090 has 24 GB of GDDR6X memory. The RTX 4060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find RTX 3090 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 3090 and the RTX 4060?▾
The RTX 3090 uses the Ampere architecture (2020) while the RTX 4060 uses Ada Lovelace (2023). The RTX 3090 delivers 2.4x the FP16 throughput and 3.4x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 4060.