Specifications Compared
| Spec | A10 | RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 170W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 8-12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 9,216 | 3,584 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ampere |
| FP16 (dense) | 125 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| INT8 (dense) | 250 TOPS | Not published |
| Interconnect | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | 288 | 112 |
| FP32 Performance | 31.2 TFLOPS | 12.7 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 600 GB/s | 360 GB/s |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | 250 TFLOPS | Not published |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | 500 TOPS | Not published |
Performance Analysis
The A10 delivers 125 TFLOPS dense FP16 and 31.2 TFLOPS FP32 while the RTX 3060 publishes only the 12.7 TFLOPS FP32 figure. This dense FP16 advantage on the A10 supports faster matrix operations during training steps that rely on reduced precision. The 600 GB per second bandwidth on the A10 versus 360 GB per second on the RTX 3060 permits larger batch sizes before memory capacity limits are reached. In inference scenarios the A10 also lists 250 TOPS dense INT8 against no published INT8 rating for the RTX 3060. The resulting throughput and bandwidth margins translate into higher sustained utilization on the A10 when both GPUs process identical model sizes.
Current On-Demand Offers
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A10
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LeaderGPU | The Netherlands | 10 | $0.37 | $3.71 | Deploy |
| Lambda Labs | us-west-1 | 1 | $1.29 | — | Deploy |
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RTX 3060
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When to Choose the A10
The A10 suits workloads that require the full 24 GB of GDDR6 memory and 600 GB per second bandwidth. Its 150 watt TDP further favors deployments where power limits constrain total system draw. Dense FP16 performance at 125 TFLOPS enables accelerated training iterations that exceed the capabilities shown by the RTX 3060 FP32 rating alone.
When to Choose the RTX 3060
The RTX 3060 fits lighter inference tasks that remain within its 12 GB GDDR6 capacity and 360 GB per second bandwidth. Its 12.7 TFLOPS FP32 rating suffices for single user graphics or modest compute jobs that do not demand the higher memory or dense tensor throughput of the A10.
Use Cases
The A10 supplies 24 GB VRAM and 125 TFLOPS dense FP16 that accommodate larger models than the RTX 3060 12 GB limit allows.
Dense INT8 throughput of 250 TOPS on the A10 exceeds any published rating for the RTX 3060 and pairs with higher bandwidth for sustained token generation.
The 600 GB per second bandwidth and 24 GB memory on the A10 support larger batch sizes during gradient updates compared with the RTX 3060 specifications.
The RTX 3060 12 GB VRAM meets typical diffusion model requirements at lower TDP without needing the A10 24 GB capacity.
FP32 performance of 31.2 TFLOPS combined with 150 watt TDP gives the A10 an efficiency edge over the RTX 3060 12.7 TFLOPS and 170 watt rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What memory bandwidth is listed for the A10 and RTX 3060?▾
The A10 reaches 600 GB per second. The RTX 3060 reaches 360 GB per second.
Which GPU lists a higher FP32 rating?▾
The A10 lists 31.2 TFLOPS in FP32. The RTX 3060 lists 12.7 TFLOPS in FP32.
What are the TDP values for these two GPUs?▾
The A10 is rated at 150 watts. The RTX 3060 is rated at 170 watts.
Does the A10 publish dense FP16 performance?▾
The A10 publishes 125 TFLOPS dense FP16 and 250 TFLOPS with sparsity. The RTX 3060 does not publish an FP16 figure.
Are both GPUs built on the same architecture?▾
Both the A10 and the RTX 3060 use the Ampere architecture released in 2021 and both employ PCIe 4.0 interconnects.
Which is cheaper to rent, the A10 or the RTX 3060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the A10 and RTX 3060 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 A10 have compared to the RTX 3060?▾
The A10 has 24 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 3060 has 8 to 12 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find A10 and RTX 3060 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 A10 and the RTX 3060?▾
The A10 uses the Ampere architecture (2021) while the RTX 3060 uses Ampere (2021). The A10 has 24 GB of GDDR6 at 600 GB/s; the RTX 3060 has 8-12 GB of GDDR6 at 360 GB/s, so the A10 has 1.7x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 3060.
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