Specifications Compared
| Spec | A30 | RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 165W | 170W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 8-12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 3,584 | 3,584 |
| Memory Type | HBM2 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ampere |
| FP16 (dense) | 165 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| INT8 (dense) | 330 TOPS | Not published |
| Interconnect | NVLink, PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | 224 | 112 |
| FP32 Performance | 10.3 TFLOPS | 12.7 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 5.2 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Memory Bandwidth | 933 GB/s | 360 GB/s |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | 330 TFLOPS | Not published |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | 661 TOPS | Not published |
Performance Analysis
The A30 delivers 165 TFLOPS in dense FP16 mode and 330 TFLOPS with sparsity while the RTX 3060 does not publish FP16 figures. In FP32 the RTX 3060 reaches 12.7 TFLOPS compared with 10.3 TFLOPS on the A30. The A30 further lists 330 TOPS dense INT8 and 661 TOPS with sparsity. Higher memory bandwidth of 933 GB/s on the A30 versus 360 GB/s on the RTX 3060 permits larger batch sizes during training and inference. The 24 GB capacity on the A30 versus the 8 GB to 12 GB range on the RTX 3060 supports models that exceed the smaller frame buffer.
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A30
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When to Choose the A30
The A30 suits workloads that require the 24 GB HBM2 capacity and 933 GB/s bandwidth. Its 165 TFLOPS dense FP16 rating and NVLink interconnect make it appropriate for distributed training jobs and large scale inference where memory capacity limits the RTX 3060.
When to Choose the RTX 3060
The RTX 3060 fits scenarios that rely on its 12.7 TFLOPS FP32 performance within a 170 W TDP envelope. Its PCIe only design aligns with consumer grade systems that do not need the A30 165 W configuration or HBM2 memory subsystem.
Use Cases
The A30 supplies 24 GB HBM2 and 165 TFLOPS dense FP16 that accommodate larger models than the RTX 3060 8 GB to 12 GB limit.
The A30 330 TFLOPS with sparsity and 933 GB/s bandwidth sustain higher throughput for large batch inference compared with the RTX 3060.
The A30 24 GB capacity and NVLink support enable fine tuning of models that exceed the RTX 3060 memory size.
The RTX 3060 12.7 TFLOPS FP32 rating meets the needs of diffusion workloads within consumer PCIe systems.
Both cards provide Ampere architecture FP32 performance with the A30 at 10.3 TFLOPS and the RTX 3060 at 12.7 TFLOPS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the memory bandwidth difference between the A30 and the RTX 3060?▾
The A30 reaches 933 GB/s whereas the RTX 3060 reaches 360 GB/s.
Does the A30 support NVLink?▾
The A30 includes NVLink interconnect in addition to PCIe 4.0 while the RTX 3060 supports only PCIe 4.0.
What FP32 performance do the A30 and RTX 3060 deliver?▾
The A30 delivers 10.3 TFLOPS in FP32 and the RTX 3060 delivers 12.7 TFLOPS in FP32.
What are the TDP ratings of the A30 and RTX 3060?▾
The A30 lists a 165 W TDP and the RTX 3060 lists a 170 W TDP.
Which GPU offers higher dense FP16 performance?▾
The A30 provides 165 TFLOPS in dense FP16 mode while the RTX 3060 does not publish an FP16 rating.
Which is cheaper to rent, the A30 or the RTX 3060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the A30 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 A30 have compared to the RTX 3060?▾
The A30 has 24 GB of HBM2 memory. The RTX 3060 has 8 to 12 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find A30 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 A30 and the RTX 3060?▾
The A30 uses the Ampere architecture (2021) while the RTX 3060 uses Ampere (2021). The A30 has 24 GB of HBM2 at 933 GB/s; the RTX 3060 has 8-12 GB of GDDR6 at 360 GB/s, so the A30 has 2.6x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 3060.
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