Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX-3090 | RTX-5060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 350W | 180W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 10,496 | 4,608 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR7 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Blackwell |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | |
| Tensor Cores | 328 | 144 |
| FP16 Performance | 35.6 TFLOPS | 23.1 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 35.6 TFLOPS | 23.1 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 936 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
Compute capabilities highlight a clear leader: RTX 3090 Ti delivers 35.6 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, outpacing RTX 5060 Ti's 23.1 TFLOPS by 54 percent. This advantage accelerates training cycles and inference throughput in FP16-heavy AI pipelines, where matrix multiplications dominate.
Memory specs define workload feasibility: RTX 3090 Ti's 24 GB VRAM supports models up to that size, enabling batch sizes twice those of RTX 5060 Ti's 12 GB limit. Bandwidth of 936 GB/s versus 448 GB/s minimizes data starvation during large transfers, vital for training stability; lower bandwidth on RTX 5060 Ti constrains high-resolution tasks.
Power efficiency tilts toward RTX 5060 Ti: 180W TDP yields similar FP32 performance per watt compared to 350W, benefiting prolonged inference or edge-like cloud runs.
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 |
RTX 5060 Ti
| 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 3090 Ti
Select RTX 3090 Ti for VRAM-intensive scenarios: training large LLMs requiring over 12 GB or Stable Diffusion with high-resolution outputs leverages 24 GB GDDR6X. Its 936 GB/s bandwidth and 35.6 TFLOPS handle big batch sizes in scientific computing effectively.
Multi-GPU setups favor it via NVLink, ideal for scaling beyond single-card limits.
When to Choose the RTX 5060 Ti
RTX 5060 Ti excels in cost-sensitive applications: inference or fine-tuning smaller models fits within 12 GB VRAM at $0.07 per hour start. Lower 180W TDP reduces operational costs in dense cloud clusters.
Newer Blackwell architecture optimizes per-watt FP16 performance for lightweight workloads.
Use Cases
RTX 3090 Ti's 24 GB VRAM accommodates large models and batch sizes exceeding RTX 5060 Ti's 12 GB limit. Higher 35.6 TFLOPS speeds up training epochs.
RTX 5060 Ti's lower $0.07 per hour pricing suits high-volume inference where 12 GB VRAM suffices. 180W TDP enhances efficiency for sustained runs.
Fine-tuning often fits 12 GB VRAM on RTX 5060 Ti for cost savings, but RTX 3090 Ti's bandwidth aids larger datasets. Choice depends on model scale.
RTX 3090 Ti's 24 GB and 936 GB/s bandwidth support high-resolution generations without swapping. 35.6 TFLOPS accelerates diffusion steps.
35.6 TFLOPS FP32 performance excels in simulations; 24 GB VRAM handles complex datasets better than 12 GB.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM: RTX 3090 Ti or RTX 5060 Ti?▾
RTX 3090 Ti provides 24 GB GDDR6X VRAM, double the RTX 5060 Ti's 12 GB GDDR7. This enables larger models on the older card.
What are the cloud pricing differences?▾
RTX 3090 Ti starts at $0.10 per hour averaging $0.25 across five offers. RTX 5060 Ti is cheaper at $0.07 per hour averaging $0.15 across ten offers.
How do TFLOPS compare between RTX 3090 Ti and RTX 5060 Ti?▾
RTX 3090 Ti achieves 35.6 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, surpassing RTX 5060 Ti's 23.1 TFLOPS by 54 percent. This boosts training and inference speeds.
Which has higher memory bandwidth?▾
RTX 3090 Ti offers 936 GB/s, more than double RTX 5060 Ti's 448 GB/s. Higher bandwidth reduces bottlenecks in data-heavy tasks.
What are the TDP ratings?▾
RTX 3090 Ti consumes 350W, while RTX 5060 Ti uses 180W. Lower TDP on the newer card lowers power costs in clouds.
Does either support NVLink?▾
RTX 3090 Ti includes NVLink for multi-GPU scaling. RTX 5060 Ti lacks a listed interconnect, limiting such configurations.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 3090 or the RTX 5060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 3090 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 3090 have compared to the RTX 5060?▾
The RTX 3090 has 24 GB of GDDR6X memory. The RTX 5060 has 12 GB of GDDR7 memory.
Can I find RTX 3090 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 3090 and the RTX 5060?▾
The RTX 3090 uses the Ampere architecture (2020) while the RTX 5060 uses Blackwell (2025). The RTX 3090 delivers 1.5x the FP16 throughput and 2.1x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 5060.