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Rent NVIDIA H100 NVL Cloud Instances

The NVIDIA H100 NVL (NVLink) is a high-performance GPU designed for demanding AI and HPC workloads. It leverages the Hopper architecture to deliver exceptional computational power and memory bandwidth, making it suitable for large-scale model training, inference, and data analytics. The NVLink inter...

📊 Pricing at a Glance

Cheapest Provider
Vast.ai
$2.95/GPU/hr
Most Expensive
Atlantic.net
$3.94/GPU/hr
Median Price
$3.11/GPU/hr
Total Instances
18
Providers
4
Last Updated
June 5, 2026

NVIDIA H100 NVL rental pricing ranges from $2.95/GPU/hr to $3.94/GPU/hr across 18 instances from 4 providers (updated June 2026).

Looking for a specific provider? See Vast.ai NVIDIA H100 NVL, Massed Compute NVIDIA H100 NVL, or RunPod NVIDIA H100 NVL.

Available Offers

Compare the top 5 cheapest offers from 4 providers.

4 instances available
NVIDIA H100 NVL
94GB VRAM
224 vCPU
189GB RAM
873GB Storage
8143 Mbps ↑
8587 Mbps ↓
$2.95/GPU/hr
NVIDIA H100 NVL
94GB VRAM
18 vCPU
128GB RAM
1250GB Storage
$3.11/GPU/hr
NVIDIA H100 NVL
94GB VRAM
16 vCPU
94GB RAM
$3.19/GPU/hr
NVIDIA H100 NVL
94GB VRAM
28 vCPU
240GB RAM
2400GB Storage
$3.94/GPU/hr
NVIDIA H100 NVL
94GB VRAM
128 vCPU
94GB RAM
1664GB Storage
5568 Mbps ↑
6361 Mbps ↓
$2.27/GPU/hr

QuantaCloud

H-series supply is constrained.

Most providers are sold out through Q3 2026. If you need 16+ GPU reserved or cluster capacity in the next 90 days, we can quote B300 or remaining Hopper inventory within 24 hours.

No waitlist24hr quote turnaroundInfiniBand fabric

Technical Specifications

CUDA cores
Not publicly specified by NVIDIA, but significantly enhanced compared to previous generations.
Memory type
HBM3
Tensor cores
4th Generation Tensor Cores, offering significant acceleration for AI workloads.
FP8 performance
Up to 4 PetaFLOPS with sparsity
Memory bandwidth
Up to 4.8 TB/s

Strengths & Limitations

Advantages
  • Exceptional performance for AI training and inference.
  • High memory bandwidth for large datasets.
  • NVLink interconnect for multi-GPU scaling.
  • Advanced features like Tensor Cores and sparsity acceleration.
  • Optimized for large language models and other demanding AI applications.
Limitations
  • High cost compared to other GPUs.
  • Requires specialized infrastructure and software support.
  • High power consumption.
  • May be overkill for less demanding workloads.

Top Use Cases

Large Language Model (LLM) Training

The H100 NVL excels at training massive language models due to its high compute power, memory capacity, and NVLink interconnect, enabling faster training times and larger model sizes.

High-Performance Computing (HPC)

Scientific simulations, financial modeling, and other HPC applications benefit from the H100 NVL's raw computational power and memory bandwidth.

Deep Learning Inference

The H100 NVL can handle high-throughput inference workloads, particularly for complex models that require significant computational resources.

Real-World Benchmark

AI Training Performance
The H100 NVL demonstrates significant performance improvements over previous generation GPUs in AI training benchmarks, achieving faster convergence and higher throughput. Specific benchmark results vary depending on the model and dataset.
Est. Cost$1.87/hr

Market Analysis

The NVIDIA H100 NVL is positioned as a premium GPU for organizations with the most demanding AI and HPC workloads. Its high cost reflects its exceptional performance and advanced features. It competes with other high-end GPUs such as the AMD Instinct MI300X and other NVIDIA H100 variants. The market for these GPUs is driven by the increasing demand for AI and the growing complexity of AI models.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NVLink and how does it benefit the H100 NVL?

NVLink is a high-bandwidth, low-latency interconnect technology developed by NVIDIA. It allows for fast communication between multiple GPUs, enabling efficient scaling for distributed computing tasks. The H100 NVL utilizes NVLink to improve performance in multi-GPU configurations.

What types of workloads is the H100 NVL best suited for?

The H100 NVL is best suited for demanding AI and HPC workloads that require high computational power, memory bandwidth, and multi-GPU scaling. Examples include large language model training, scientific simulations, and high-throughput inference.

How does the H100 NVL compare to the A100?

The H100 NVL offers significant performance improvements over the A100, particularly in AI training and inference. It features a newer architecture, higher memory bandwidth, and enhanced Tensor Cores. However, the A100 may still be a viable option for less demanding workloads or when budget is a primary concern.

Alternative GPUs

NVIDIA H100 PCIe
$1.07/hr

A lower-cost alternative to the H100 NVL, sacrificing NVLink for a more standard PCIe interface. Suitable if multi-GPU scaling via NVLink is not required.

AMD Instinct MI300X
$0.50/hr

A competing high-performance GPU from AMD, offering comparable performance in some workloads. Consider if you are open to using AMD's ecosystem.

NVIDIA A100 SXM4 80GB
$0.78/hr

A previous-generation high-end GPU that may offer a more cost-effective solution for certain workloads, especially if the H100's peak performance is not fully utilized.

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H100 NVL Pricing: What It Costs in 2026

H100 NVL cloud GPU pricing ranges from $2.95/hr on Vast.ai to $3.94/hr on Atlantic.net, based on 18 offers tracked by GPUPerHour across 4 providers. 4 instances are currently in stock across 7 regions.

Running a H100 NVL continuously for one month at the cheapest available rate costs approximately $2122. Most providers bill per second or per minute, so shorter jobs cost proportionally less. Prices on GPUPerHour update every 60 seconds, reflecting real-time changes in provider pricing and availability.

Renting H100 NVL: Which Provider to Choose

GPUPerHour tracks H100 NVL offers from 4 providers. The cheapest option is Vast.ai at $2.95/hr, followed by Massed Compute at $3.11/hr and RunPod at $3.19/hr.

Price is not the only factor when choosing a provider. Availability matters: 4 of 18 instances are in stock right now. Billing increments, region coverage, and security certifications also vary between providers. Use the pricing tool to filter by region, availability, and provider features.

How H100 NVL Compares

Compared to alternatives, the NVIDIA H100 PCIe is available from $1.07/hr. A lower-cost alternative to the H100 NVL, sacrificing NVLink for a more standard PCIe interface. Suitable if multi-GPU scaling via NVLink is not required. The AMD Instinct MI300X is available from $0.50/hr. A competing high-performance GPU from AMD, offering comparable performance in some workloads. Consider if you are open to using AMD's ecosystem. The NVIDIA A100 SXM4 80GB is available from $0.78/hr. A previous-generation high-end GPU that may offer a more cost-effective solution for certain workloads, especially if the H100's peak performance is not fully utilized.

For detailed head-to-head analysis, see: a10 vs h100 nvl, a100 pcie 40gb vs h100 nvl, a100 pcie 80gb vs h100 nvl.

H100 NVL Pricing FAQ

How much does H100 NVL cost per hour?

H100 NVL cloud rental pricing starts at $2.95/hr on Vast.ai and goes up to $3.94/hr. Running a H100 NVL continuously for one month at the cheapest rate costs approximately $2122. GPUPerHour tracks pricing from 4 providers with prices updated every 60 seconds.

Which is the cheapest provider for H100 NVL?

The cheapest H100 NVL is available on Vast.ai at $2.95/hr, Massed Compute at $3.11/hr, RunPod at $3.19/hr. 4 instances are currently in stock across 4 providers.

What are the alternatives to H100 NVL?

Alternatives to the H100 NVL include NVIDIA H100 PCIe ($1.07/hr), AMD Instinct MI300X ($0.50/hr), NVIDIA A100 SXM4 80GB ($0.78/hr). A lower-cost alternative to the H100 NVL, sacrificing NVLink for a more standard PCIe interface. Suitable if multi-GPU scaling via NVLink is not required.

H100 NVL Price: $2.27/hr on Vast.ai | GPUPerHour