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Rent NVIDIA H100 SXM5 Cloud Instances

The NVIDIA H100 SXM5 is a high-performance data center GPU designed for accelerated computing, AI, and high-performance computing (HPC) workloads. Built on the Hopper architecture, it delivers significant performance improvements over previous generations, particularly in AI training and inference.

📊 Pricing at a Glance

Cheapest Provider
Massed Compute
$3.14/GPU/hr
Most Expensive
VERDA
$3.25/GPU/hr
Median Price
$2.29/GPU/hr
Total Instances
100
Providers
15
Last Updated
June 5, 2026

NVIDIA H100 SXM5 rental pricing ranges from $3.14/GPU/hr to $3.25/GPU/hr across 100 instances from 15 providers (updated June 2026).

Looking for a specific provider? See Massed Compute NVIDIA H100 SXM5, VERDA NVIDIA H100 SXM5, or Nebius NVIDIA H100 SXM5.

Available Offers

Compare the top 5 cheapest offers from 15 providers.

7 instances available
NVIDIA H100 SXM58x
80GB VRAM
124 vCPU
1800GB RAM
9000GB Storage
$3.14/GPU/hr
$25.12/hr total (8×)
VERDA
VERDA
Helsinki
Available
NVIDIA H100 SXM58x
80GB VRAM
176 vCPU
1480GB RAM
$3.25/GPU/hr
$26.00/hr total (8×)
NVIDIA H100 SXM5
80GB VRAM
16 vCPU
200GB RAM
$2.15/GPU/hr
NVIDIA H100 SXM58x
80GB VRAM
208 vCPU
928GB RAM
19200GB Storage
$1.99/GPU/hr
$15.92/hr total (8×)
NVIDIA H100 SXM58x
80GB VRAM
208 vCPU
1024GB RAM
22800GB Storage
$2.30/GPU/hr
$18.40/hr total (8×)

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
16,896
Memory type
HBM3
Tensor cores
528 Fourth-Generation Tensor Cores
FP8 performance
Up to 3,958 TFLOPS with sparsity
Memory bandwidth
3.35 TB/s

Strengths & Limitations

Advantages
  • Exceptional performance for AI training and inference.
  • High memory bandwidth for large datasets.
  • Advanced features like Transformer Engine for faster AI model training.
  • Excellent double-precision performance for HPC workloads.
  • SXM5 form factor enables high-speed interconnects within servers.
Limitations
  • High cost compared to other GPUs.
  • High power consumption.
  • Requires specialized server infrastructure to support the SXM5 form factor.
  • Not suitable for gaming or desktop applications.

Top Use Cases

Large Language Model (LLM) Training

The H100 SXM5 excels at training large language models due to its high compute performance and memory bandwidth. The Transformer Engine further accelerates training by dynamically adjusting precision.

High-Performance Computing (HPC)

The H100 SXM5's double-precision performance makes it suitable for scientific simulations, weather forecasting, and other HPC applications.

Deep Learning Inference

The H100 SXM5 provides high throughput and low latency for deep learning inference, enabling real-time AI applications.

Real-World Benchmark

AI Training Performance
The NVIDIA H100 SXM5 significantly outperforms previous generation GPUs in AI training benchmarks, such as those involving large language models. Expect substantial reductions in training time compared to V100 or A100 GPUs. Specific performance gains depend on the model and dataset.
Est. Cost$0.74/hr

Market Analysis

The NVIDIA H100 SXM5 is positioned as a top-tier GPU for data centers and cloud providers offering accelerated computing services. Its high price point reflects its performance capabilities and targets organizations with demanding AI and HPC workloads. Compared to the H100 PCIe ($1.07/hr), the SXM5 offers potentially better performance due to higher power limits and interconnect speeds, but requires compatible server infrastructure. The H200 SXM ($1.90/hr) offers even higher performance but at a significantly increased cost. The AMD Instinct MI300X ($0.50/hr) is a competitor in this space, offering a different architecture and performance characteristics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between H100 SXM5 and H100 PCIe?

The H100 SXM5 uses the SXM5 form factor, which allows for higher power limits and faster interconnects compared to the PCIe version. This typically results in better performance for the SXM5 variant, but it requires specialized server infrastructure.

What kind of workloads is the H100 SXM5 best suited for?

The H100 SXM5 is best suited for computationally intensive workloads such as AI training, deep learning inference, and high-performance computing.

What is the power consumption of the H100 SXM5?

The H100 SXM5 has a typical power consumption of around 700W.

Alternative GPUs

NVIDIA A100 SXM4 80GB
$0.78/hr

A previous-generation high-performance GPU that can be a cost-effective alternative for some workloads, although it offers lower performance than the H100 SXM5.

NVIDIA H100 PCIe
$1.07/hr

A PCIe-based version of the H100, offering similar performance to the SXM5 version but with wider compatibility due to the standard PCIe interface.

AMD Instinct MI300X
$0.50/hr

A competing high-performance GPU from AMD that offers an alternative architecture and performance characteristics for AI and HPC workloads. Consider if the workload is optimized for AMD GPUs.

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H100 SXM5 Pricing: What It Costs in 2026

H100 SXM5 cloud GPU pricing ranges from $3.14/hr on Massed Compute to $3.25/hr on VERDA, based on 100 offers tracked by GPUPerHour across 15 providers. 7 instances are currently in stock across 28 regions.

Running a H100 SXM5 continuously for one month at the cheapest available rate costs approximately $2261. 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 SXM5: Which Provider to Choose

GPUPerHour tracks H100 SXM5 offers from 15 providers. The cheapest option is Massed Compute at $3.14/hr, followed by VERDA at $3.25/hr and Nebius at $2.15/hr.

Price is not the only factor when choosing a provider. Availability matters: 7 of 100 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 SXM5 Compares

Compared to alternatives, the NVIDIA A100 SXM4 80GB is available from $0.78/hr. A previous-generation high-performance GPU that can be a cost-effective alternative for some workloads, although it offers lower performance than the H100 SXM5. The NVIDIA H100 PCIe is available from $1.07/hr. A PCIe-based version of the H100, offering similar performance to the SXM5 version but with wider compatibility due to the standard PCIe interface. The AMD Instinct MI300X is available from $0.50/hr. A competing high-performance GPU from AMD that offers an alternative architecture and performance characteristics for AI and HPC workloads. Consider if the workload is optimized for AMD GPUs.

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

H100 SXM5 Pricing FAQ

How much does H100 SXM5 cost per hour?

H100 SXM5 cloud rental pricing starts at $3.14/hr on Massed Compute and goes up to $3.25/hr. Running a H100 SXM5 continuously for one month at the cheapest rate costs approximately $2261. GPUPerHour tracks pricing from 15 providers with prices updated every 60 seconds.

Which is the cheapest provider for H100 SXM5?

The cheapest H100 SXM5 is available on Massed Compute at $3.14/hr, VERDA at $3.25/hr, Nebius at $2.15/hr. 7 instances are currently in stock across 15 providers.

What are the alternatives to H100 SXM5?

Alternatives to the H100 SXM5 include NVIDIA A100 SXM4 80GB ($0.78/hr), NVIDIA H100 PCIe ($1.07/hr), AMD Instinct MI300X ($0.50/hr). A previous-generation high-performance GPU that can be a cost-effective alternative for some workloads, although it offers lower performance than the H100 SXM5.

H100 SXM 80GB Price: $1.47/hr on Vast.ai | GPUPerHour