Specifications Compared
| Spec | A30 | RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 165W | 115W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 8-16 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 3,584 | 3,072 |
| Memory Type | HBM2 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| 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 | 96 |
| FP32 Performance | 10.3 TFLOPS | 15.1 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 5.2 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Memory Bandwidth | 933 GB/s | 272 GB/s |
| FP8 (with sparsity) | Not published | 242 TFLOPS |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | 330 TFLOPS | Not published |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | 661 TOPS | Not published |
Performance Analysis
The A30 delivers 165 TFLOPS FP16 dense performance that supports larger batch sizes during training compared to the RTX 4060 which lacks a published FP16 figure. Memory bandwidth of 933 GB/s on the A30 versus 272 GB/s on the RTX 4060 directly influences the maximum batch size that fits within memory constraints for matrix operations. The A30 also provides 10.3 TFLOPS FP32 performance while the RTX 4060 reaches 15.1 TFLOPS FP32 performance, creating a trade-off between dense tensor throughput on the A30 and scalar throughput on the RTX 4060. Power draw stands at 165W for the A30 against 115W for the RTX 4060, affecting sustained operation in dense versus sparse workloads.
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A30
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When to Choose the A30
The A30 suits workloads that require 24 GB HBM2 memory and 933 GB/s bandwidth such as large model training or scientific simulations. Its 165 TFLOPS FP16 dense rating and NVLink interconnect further support distributed training scenarios that exceed the 8-16 GB capacity of the RTX 4060.
When to Choose the RTX 4060
Its PCIe 4.0 interconnect and lower power envelope make it preferable when 24 GB capacity is unnecessary.
Use Cases
The A30 supplies 24 GB HBM2 memory and 165 TFLOPS FP16 dense performance that accommodate large models.
The A30 offers 330 TOPS INT8 dense performance and higher memory capacity for sustained inference batches.
The A30 provides 933 GB/s bandwidth and 24 GB memory that support gradient updates on sizable datasets.
The RTX 4060 delivers 15.1 TFLOPS FP32 performance at 115W TDP for image generation workloads.
The A30 includes 10.3 TFLOPS FP32 performance along with NVLink for multi-GPU scientific simulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the memory bandwidth difference between these GPUs?▾
The A30 reaches 933 GB/s bandwidth whereas the RTX 4060 reaches 272 GB/s bandwidth.
Which GPU offers higher FP32 performance?▾
The RTX 4060 supplies 15.1 TFLOPS FP32 performance while the A30 supplies 10.3 TFLOPS FP32 performance.
Does the A30 support NVLink?▾
The A30 includes NVLink interconnect in addition to PCIe 4.0 while the RTX 4060 supports only PCIe 4.0.
What are the TDP ratings for the A30 and RTX 4060?▾
The A30 lists a 165W TDP and the RTX 4060 lists a 115W TDP.
What FP16 performance does the A30 provide?▾
The A30 provides 165 TFLOPS FP16 dense performance and 330 TFLOPS FP16 with sparsity.
Which is cheaper to rent, the A30 or the RTX 4060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the A30 and RTX 4060 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 4060?▾
The A30 has 24 GB of HBM2 memory. The RTX 4060 has 8 to 16 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find A30 and RTX 4060 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 4060?▾
The A30 uses the Ampere architecture (2021) while the RTX 4060 uses Ada Lovelace (2023). The A30 has 24 GB of HBM2 at 933 GB/s; the RTX 4060 has 8-16 GB of GDDR6 at 272 GB/s, so the A30 has 3.4x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 4060.
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