Specifications Compared
| Spec | A30 | RTX A5000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 165W | 230W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 24 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 3,584 | 8,192 |
| 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 | NVLink, PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | 224 | 256 |
| FP32 Performance | 10.3 TFLOPS | 27.8 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 5.2 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Memory Bandwidth | 933 GB/s | 768 GB/s |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | 330 TFLOPS | 222.2 TFLOPS |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | 661 TOPS | Not published |
Performance Analysis
The A30 supplies 165 TFLOPS FP16 dense and 330 TFLOPS FP16 with sparsity while the RTX A5000 supplies 222.2 TFLOPS FP16 with sparsity. This gap means the A30 can sustain larger batch sizes during dense FP16 inference workloads whereas the RTX A5000 requires sparsity to reach its listed FP16 rate. The A30 also provides 330 TOPS INT8 dense and 10.3 TFLOPS FP32 whereas the RTX A5000 provides 27.8 TFLOPS FP32. Memory bandwidth of 933 GB/s on the A30 versus 768 GB/s on the RTX A5000 directly influences achievable batch sizes in memory bound operations. Lower TDP of 165 W on the A30 compared with 230 W on the RTX A5000 further affects sustained performance in power constrained environments.
Current On-Demand Offers
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A30
A30 is not offered on-demand by any provider we track right now. See the A30 rental page for last-seen listed prices and a price alert.
RTX A5000
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paperspace | ams1 | 1 | $1.38 | — | Deploy |
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When to Choose the A30
The A30 suits deployments that prioritize 165 TFLOPS FP16 dense performance and 933 GB/s memory bandwidth within a 165 W power envelope.
When to Choose the RTX A5000
The RTX A5000 suits deployments that require 27.8 TFLOPS FP32 throughput even when FP16 figures depend on sparsity. Scenarios that accept 230 W TDP in exchange for elevated single precision rates align with this card.
Use Cases
The A30 delivers 165 TFLOPS FP16 dense and 933 GB/s bandwidth that support larger batches during training.
The A30 provides 330 TOPS INT8 dense that accelerate quantized inference workloads.
The RTX A5000 supplies 27.8 TFLOPS FP32 that benefit precision sensitive fine tuning steps.
Both GPUs offer 24 GB VRAM sufficient for typical diffusion model resolutions.
The RTX A5000 lists 27.8 TFLOPS FP32 that align with double precision adjacent scientific codes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does FP16 performance differ between the A30 and RTX A5000?▾
The A30 lists 165 TFLOPS FP16 dense and 330 TFLOPS FP16 with sparsity. The RTX A5000 lists 222.2 TFLOPS FP16 with sparsity only.
What memory bandwidth values appear for each GPU?▾
The A30 provides 933 GB/s while the RTX A5000 provides 768 GB/s.
Which GPU consumes less power according to TDP ratings?▾
The A30 carries a 165 W TDP compared with the 230 W TDP of the RTX A5000.
What FP32 throughput does each card publish?▾
The A30 publishes 10.3 TFLOPS FP32. The RTX A5000 publishes 27.8 TFLOPS FP32.
Which interconnect options exist for these Ampere cards?▾
Both the A30 and RTX A5000 support NVLink and PCIe 4.0.
Which is cheaper to rent, the A30 or the RTX A5000?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the A30 and RTX A5000 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 A5000?▾
The A30 has 24 GB of HBM2 memory. The RTX A5000 has 24 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find A30 and RTX A5000 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 A5000?▾
The A30 uses the Ampere architecture (2021) while the RTX A5000 uses Ampere (2021). The A30 has 24 GB of HBM2 at 933 GB/s; the RTX A5000 has 24 GB of GDDR6 at 768 GB/s, so the A30 has 1.2x the memory bandwidth of the RTX A5000.
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