Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX-3090 | RTX-A4000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 350W | 140W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 16 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 10,496 | 6,144 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ampere |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | |
| Tensor Cores | 328 | 192 |
| FP16 Performance | 35.6 TFLOPS | 19.2 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 35.6 TFLOPS | 19.2 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 936 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 3090 Ti's 35.6 TFLOPS FP16 and FP32 performance surpasses the A4500's 19.2 TFLOPS by 85 percent, accelerating training and inference for deep learning models reliant on half-precision or single-precision compute. Equal FP16 to FP32 ratios in each GPU support mixed-precision workflows: the higher absolute throughput on the 3090 Ti halves iteration times for large-scale neural network optimization.
Memory bandwidth defines batch size capabilities: 936 GB/s on the RTX 3090 Ti sustains larger batches in memory-bound tasks like transformer training, minimizing data starvation compared to 448 GB/s on the A4500. The 24 GB VRAM versus 16 GB further allows full-model loading without sharding, critical for LLMs exceeding 16 GB footprints during inference or fine-tuning.
Power disparity impacts density: the A4500's 140W TDP permits more GPUs per server, but the 3090 Ti's superior specs yield better per-GPU throughput for compute-heavy jobs.
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 153GB 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 A4500
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() TensorDock | NVIDIA RTX A4000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 0 vCPU 0GB RAM | Tallinn, Harjumaa | $0.08/GPU/hr | Available | ||
![]() Vast.ai | 8×NVIDIA RTX A4000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 80 vCPU 201GB RAM 1698GB Storage | United Kingdom | $0.15/GPU/hr $1.17/hr total (8×) | Available | ||
![]() Hyperstack | 4×NVIDIA RTX A4000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 16 vCPU 86GB RAM 500GB Storage | Norway | $0.15/GPU/hr $0.60/hr total (4×) | Available | ||
![]() Hyperstack | 2×NVIDIA RTX A4000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 8 vCPU 43GB RAM 200GB Storage | Norway | $0.15/GPU/hr $0.30/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
![]() Hyperstack | NVIDIA RTX A4000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 4 vCPU 21GB RAM 100GB Storage | Norway | $0.15/GPU/hr | Available |
When to Choose the RTX 3090 Ti
The RTX 3090 Ti excels in VRAM-intensive workloads such as training large language models or high-resolution Stable Diffusion generation, where 24 GB GDDR6X handles datasets beyond the A4500's 16 GB limit. Its 35.6 TFLOPS and NVLink support optimize multi-GPU scaling for distributed training, delivering 85 percent more compute than the A4500's 19.2 TFLOPS.
When to Choose the RTX A4500
The RTX A4500 fits power-sensitive or budget deployments, consuming 140W TDP versus 350W and averaging $0.19 per hour against $0.25. It suffices for inference on models under 16 GB or fine-tuning compact networks, where its 448 GB/s bandwidth and 19.2 TFLOPS provide adequate performance without excess capacity.
Use Cases
24 GB VRAM and 35.6 TFLOPS support larger models and batch sizes than the A4500's 16 GB and 19.2 TFLOPS. Higher 936 GB/s bandwidth reduces memory bottlenecks in transformer training.
Superior 35.6 TFLOPS FP16 performance accelerates batched serving for LLMs. 24 GB capacity fits bigger models without quantization needs.
Fine-tuning often fits within 16 GB VRAM on the A4500 at 19.2 TFLOPS. RTX 3090 Ti's extras suit oversized adapters, but A4500 saves on power and cost.
24 GB VRAM enables high-resolution image generation without offloading. 936 GB/s bandwidth speeds diffusion steps over A4500's 448 GB/s.
35.6 TFLOPS FP32 outperforms A4500's 19.2 TFLOPS for simulations. NVLink aids multi-GPU HPC clusters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more VRAM, RTX 3090 Ti or RTX A4500?▾
RTX 3090 Ti provides 24 GB GDDR6X VRAM, surpassing RTX A4500's 16 GB GDDR6. Greater capacity supports larger AI models in training and inference.
How do FP32 performances compare?▾
RTX 3090 Ti achieves 35.6 TFLOPS FP32, 85 percent above RTX A4500's 19.2 TFLOPS. This boosts training speed for FP32-heavy scientific workloads.
What are the TDPs of these GPUs?▾
RTX 3090 Ti draws 350W TDP, while RTX A4500 uses 140W. Lower power on A4500 enables denser cloud server packing.
Compare their cloud pricing.▾
Both start at $0.10 per hour; RTX 3090 Ti averages $0.25 across 5 offers, RTX A4500 $0.19 across 4. A4500 offers better value for lighter tasks.
Does RTX 3090 Ti support NVLink?▾
RTX 3090 Ti includes NVLink interconnect for multi-GPU communication. RTX A4500 lacks this, limiting scaled configurations.
What architectures do they use?▾
Both employ Ampere architecture: RTX 3090 Ti from 2020, RTX A4500 from 2021. Shared tensor cores enhance AI acceleration.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 3090 or the RTX A4000?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 3090 and RTX A4000 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 A4000?▾
The RTX 3090 has 24 GB of GDDR6X memory. The RTX A4000 has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find RTX 3090 and RTX A4000 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 A4000?▾
The RTX 3090 uses the Ampere architecture (2020) while the RTX A4000 uses Ampere (2021). The RTX 3090 delivers 1.9x the FP16 throughput and 2.1x the memory bandwidth of the RTX A4000.



