Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX-3090 | RTX-6000-ADA |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 350W | 300W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 48 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 10,496 | 18,176 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | NVLink |
| Tensor Cores | 328 | 568 |
| FP16 Performance | 35.6 TFLOPS | 91.1 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 35.6 TFLOPS | 91.1 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 936 GB/s | 960 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 6000 Ada Generation outperforms the RTX 3090 Ti significantly in raw compute: 91.1 TFLOPS FP16 and FP32 versus 35.6 TFLOPS enables 2.5 times faster model training and inference on large neural networks. This delta translates to shorter epochs in training large language models and higher throughput in inference serving. Memory differences prove critical for real-world use: 48 GB VRAM on the RTX 6000 Ada supports batch sizes twice as large as the 24 GB on the RTX 3090 Ti, reducing out-of-memory errors for models exceeding 20 billion parameters. Bandwidth remains close at 960 GB/s versus 936 GB/s, so data transfer bottlenecks affect both similarly during memory-intensive operations like Stable Diffusion generation. The RTX 6000 Ada's 300W TDP versus 350W allows denser cloud deployments without excessive power draw.
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 6000 Ada Generation
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 RunPod | NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada Generation 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 16 vCPU 188GB RAM | 🌍global | $0.50/GPU/hr | |||
RunPod | NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada Generation 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 10 vCPU 167GB RAM | 🌍global | $0.77/GPU/hr | |||
 Massed Compute | NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada Generation 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 12 vCPU 72GB RAM 350GB Storage | Iowa | $0.79/GPU/hr | Available | ||
Massed Compute | 8×NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada Generation 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 104 vCPU 640GB RAM 2800GB Storage | Iowa | $0.79/GPU/hr $6.32/hr total (8×) | Available | ||
Massed Compute | 4×NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada Generation 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 52 vCPU 288GB RAM 1400GB Storage | Iowa | $0.79/GPU/hr $3.16/hr total (4×) | Available |
When to Choose the RTX 3090 Ti
The RTX 3090 Ti suits budget-conscious users handling workloads fitting within 24 GB VRAM, such as fine-tuning mid-sized models or Stable Diffusion at 512x512 resolutions. Its cloud pricing from $0.10 per hour average $0.25 per hour makes it ideal for extended training runs where 35.6 TFLOPS suffices and cost savings outweigh marginal performance gains.
When to Choose the RTX 6000 Ada Generation
Opt for the RTX 6000 Ada Generation when VRAM demands exceed 24 GB, like training or inferring on 70 billion parameter LLMs, enabled by its 48 GB capacity. The 91.1 TFLOPS FP16 performance accelerates these tasks by over 2.5 times compared to the RTX 3090 Ti, justifying the higher average $1.25 per hour rental despite more availability across 50 offers.
Use Cases
The RTX 6000 Ada Generation's 48 GB VRAM and 91.1 TFLOPS FP16 support larger models and batch sizes critical for efficient training. The RTX 3090 Ti's 24 GB limits scale on datasets for models over 30 billion parameters.
91.1 TFLOPS on the RTX 6000 Ada enables higher throughput for serving large LLMs, with 48 GB VRAM accommodating multiple concurrent requests. RTX 3090 Ti at 35.6 TFLOPS handles smaller deployments but bottlenecks on high loads.
Fine-tuning mid-sized models fits 24 GB VRAM on RTX 3090 Ti, with 936 GB/s bandwidth aiding quick iterations at low cost. RTX 6000 Ada's 48 GB excels for parameter-heavy adapters.
RTX 3090 Ti's 24 GB GDDR6X and 936 GB/s bandwidth generate high-resolution images efficiently at $0.10 per hour. RTX 6000 Ada's extra VRAM offers minimal gains for typical diffusion tasks.
The RTX 6000 Ada Generation's 91.1 TFLOPS FP32 accelerates simulations and HPC workloads, with 300W TDP for sustained runs. RTX 3090 Ti's 35.6 TFLOPS suits lighter computations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the VRAM difference between RTX 3090 Ti and RTX 6000 Ada?▾
The RTX 3090 Ti has 24 GB GDDR6X VRAM, while the RTX 6000 Ada Generation offers 48 GB GDDR6. This doubling allows the RTX 6000 Ada to manage larger models without swapping to system RAM.
How do their compute performances compare?▾
RTX 6000 Ada delivers 91.1 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, over 2.5 times the 35.6 TFLOPS of the RTX 3090 Ti. This results in faster AI training and inference on both GPUs.
Which has better cloud pricing?▾
RTX 3090 Ti rentals start at $0.10 per hour average $0.25 per hour across 5 offers, cheaper than RTX 6000 Ada's $0.20 per hour average $1.25 per hour across 50 offers. Budget tasks favor the RTX 3090 Ti.
What are the power requirements?▾
The RTX 3090 Ti draws 350W TDP, higher than the RTX 6000 Ada's 300W. Lower TDP on the RTX 6000 Ada supports more efficient multi-GPU cloud instances.
Do they support NVLink?▾
Both the RTX 3090 Ti and RTX 6000 Ada Generation feature NVLink interconnect for multi-GPU scaling. This enables pooled memory up to 96 GB with two RTX 6000 Adas.
Which is newer?▾
RTX 6000 Ada uses 2022 Ada Lovelace architecture, succeeding the 2020 Ampere in the RTX 3090 Ti. Newer design yields better efficiency per watt.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 3090 or the RTX 6000 Ada?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 3090 and RTX 6000 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 3090 have compared to the RTX 6000 Ada?▾
The RTX 3090 has 24 GB of GDDR6X memory. The RTX 6000 Ada has 48 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find RTX 3090 and RTX 6000 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 3090 and the RTX 6000 Ada?▾
The RTX 3090 uses the Ampere architecture (2020) while the RTX 6000 Ada uses Ada Lovelace (2022). The RTX 6000 Ada delivers 2.6x the FP16 throughput and 1.0x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 3090.