Specifications Compared
| Spec | B200 | Gaudi 2 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 1000W | 600W |
| VRAM | 180-192 GB | 96 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 18,432 | Not published |
| FP4 (dense) | 9,000 TFLOPS | Not published |
| FP8 (dense) | 4,500 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Memory Type | HBM3e | HBM2e |
| Architecture | Blackwell | Gaudi |
| FP16 (dense) | 2,250 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Form Factors | SXM, NVL | OAM |
| INT8 (dense) | 4,500 TOPS | Not published |
| Interconnect | NVLink, PCIe 6.0, InfiniBand | RoCE Ethernet, PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | 576 | Not published |
| FP32 Performance | 75 TFLOPS | Not published |
| FP64 Performance | 37 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Memory Bandwidth | 8,000 GB/s | 2,450 GB/s |
| FP4 (with sparsity) | 18,000 TFLOPS | Not published |
| FP8 (with sparsity) | 9,000 TFLOPS | Not published |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | 4,500 TFLOPS | Not published |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | 9,000 TOPS | Not published |
Performance Analysis
The B200 delivers 2250 TFLOPS dense FP16 and 4500 TFLOPS with sparsity for FP16 operations while the Gaudi 2 does not publish FP16 figures. This dense FP16 capability on the B200 supports larger model training workloads compared to the absence of published FP16 data on the Gaudi 2. Memory bandwidth of 8000 GB/s on the B200 versus 2450 GB/s on the Gaudi 2 permits larger batch sizes during inference and training sessions.
Current On-Demand Offers
Cheapest secure on-demand offer per provider that is reported in stock right now, per GPU per hour; multi-GPU instances show the whole-instance price alongside. Deploy opens the DeployGPU console for providers on the platform, otherwise the provider's own site. Stock is rechecked every minute.
B200
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RunPod | global | 1 | $7.99 | — | Deploy |
| VERDA | FIN-HEL | 1 | $8.03 | — | Deploy |
| Lyceum | Europe | 1 | $8.79 | — | Deploy |
| Vast.ai | , US | 4 | $9.00 | $36.00 | Deploy |
4 providers in stock, 6 offers (cheapest per provider shown). All B200 offers, price history and alerts
Gaudi 2
Gaudi 2 is not offered on-demand by any provider we track right now. See the Gaudi 2 rental page for last-seen listed prices and a price alert.
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When to Choose the B200
The B200 suits scenarios that require 180 to 192 GB HBM3e VRAM and 8000 GB/s memory bandwidth for handling extensive datasets. Its published 2250 TFLOPS dense FP16 and 75 TFLOPS FP32 figures make it appropriate for compute intensive tasks that benefit from NVLink interconnect support.
When to Choose the Gaudi 2
The Gaudi 2 fits environments where a 600W TDP is prioritized over higher published performance metrics. Its 96 GB HBM2e VRAM and RoCE Ethernet interconnect align with deployments that operate within lower power constraints and do not require the B200 1000W TDP rating.
Use Cases
The B200 supplies 2250 TFLOPS dense FP16 and 180 to 192 GB VRAM that enable larger model scales than the Gaudi 2 96 GB VRAM.
The B200 8000 GB/s memory bandwidth supports higher throughput than the Gaudi 2 2450 GB/s bandwidth during inference runs.
The B200 4500 TFLOPS with sparsity for FP16 allows efficient fine tuning workloads compared to the Gaudi 2 lack of published FP16 data.
Both GPUs can handle image generation tasks though the B200 higher bandwidth of 8000 GB/s offers potential advantages over the Gaudi 2 2450 GB/s.
The B200 75 TFLOPS FP32 rating provides a concrete figure for scientific workloads while the Gaudi 2 does not publish an FP32 value.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the memory bandwidth of the B200 versus the Gaudi 2?▾
The B200 reaches 8000 GB/s memory bandwidth. The Gaudi 2 reaches 2450 GB/s memory bandwidth. Higher bandwidth on the B200 supports faster data movement for large batches.
Does the Gaudi 2 publish FP16 performance figures?▾
The Gaudi 2 does not publish FP16 figures. The B200 publishes 2250 TFLOPS dense FP16 and 4500 TFLOPS with sparsity. Users must rely on other metrics when evaluating the Gaudi 2.
What TDP ratings do the B200 and Gaudi 2 carry?▾
The B200 carries a 1000W TDP rating. The Gaudi 2 carries a 600W TDP rating. The lower TDP on the Gaudi 2 may suit power constrained installations.
Which interconnects does each GPU support?▾
The B200 supports NVLink, PCIe 6.0, and InfiniBand. The Gaudi 2 supports RoCE Ethernet and PCIe 4.0. These options influence multi GPU scaling configurations.
Which is cheaper to rent, the B200 or the Gaudi 2?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the B200 and Gaudi 2 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 B200 have compared to the Gaudi 2?▾
The B200 has 180 to 192 GB of HBM3e memory. The Gaudi 2 has 96 GB of HBM2e memory.
Can I find B200 and Gaudi 2 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 B200 and the Gaudi 2?▾
The B200 uses the Blackwell architecture (2024) while the Gaudi 2 uses Gaudi (2022). The B200 has 180-192 GB of HBM3e at 8,000 GB/s; the Gaudi 2 has 96 GB of HBM2e at 2,450 GB/s, so the B200 has 3.3x the memory bandwidth of the Gaudi 2.
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How this page is made
- Specifications come from the NVIDIA, AMD and Intel datasheets for the B200 and the Gaudi 2. Dense and sparse throughput are listed separately.
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- The written comparison (overview, performance notes, when to choose each card, verdict, use cases and FAQ) was drafted with an AI model from the specification table above and passed an automated check that rejects any figure not in that table. It was last generated on . It contains no prices; those are always read live.
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