Specifications Compared
| Spec | Gaudi 2 | RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 600W | 170W |
| VRAM | 96 GB | 8-12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | Not published | 3,584 |
| Memory Type | HBM2e | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Gaudi | Ampere |
| Form Factors | OAM | PCIe |
| Interconnect | RoCE Ethernet, PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | Not published | 112 |
| FP32 Performance | Not published | 12.7 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 2,450 GB/s | 360 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The 2450 GB per second memory bandwidth on the Gaudi 2 permits substantially larger batch sizes than the 360 GB per second bandwidth on the RTX 3060 during data movement operations. The RTX 3060 delivers 12.7 TFLOPS of dense FP32 computation while no dense FP32 figure appears for the Gaudi 2. No dense FP16 figures exist for either device so tensor throughput ratios remain unavailable. The 96 GB capacity on the Gaudi 2 accommodates larger working sets than the 8 to 12 GB capacity on the RTX 3060 and thereby influences feasible model scales without multi device partitioning.
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When to Choose the Gaudi 2
The Gaudi 2 suits deployments that require 96 GB of memory and 2450 GB per second bandwidth under a 600 W power envelope. Its OAM form factor and RoCE Ethernet interconnect support scale out configurations that exceed the limits of 8 to 12 GB devices.
When to Choose the RTX 3060
The RTX 3060 fits workloads that operate within 170 W TDP and 12.7 TFLOPS dense FP32 limits on a standard PCIe card. Its 8 to 12 GB capacity and 360 GB per second bandwidth align with tasks that do not demand the 96 GB scale of the Gaudi 2.
Use Cases
The Gaudi 2 provides 96 GB memory and 2450 GB per second bandwidth that exceed the 8 to 12 GB and 360 GB per second limits of the RTX 3060.
The 96 GB capacity on the Gaudi 2 supports larger batch processing than the 8 to 12 GB capacity on the RTX 3060.
Memory bandwidth of 2450 GB per second on the Gaudi 2 enables higher throughput for fine tuning than 360 GB per second on the RTX 3060.
The RTX 3060 supplies 12.7 TFLOPS dense FP32 within a 170 W TDP that matches typical consumer diffusion workloads.
The RTX 3060 delivers 12.7 TFLOPS dense FP32 at 170 W TDP for precision sensitive scientific tasks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the memory bandwidth of the RTX 3060?▾
The RTX 3060 reaches 360 GB per second. The Gaudi 2 reaches 2450 GB per second under the same metric.
What TDP does the Gaudi 2 require?▾
The Gaudi 2 requires 600 W TDP. The RTX 3060 requires 170 W TDP.
Does the RTX 3060 publish an FP32 figure?▾
The RTX 3060 publishes 12.7 TFLOPS dense FP32. No FP32 figure appears for the Gaudi 2.
Which interconnect does the Gaudi 2 support?▾
The Gaudi 2 supports RoCE Ethernet in addition to PCIe 4.0. The RTX 3060 supports PCIe 4.0 only.
What form factor does the RTX 3060 use?▾
The RTX 3060 uses a PCIe form factor. The Gaudi 2 uses an OAM form factor.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Gaudi 2 or the RTX 3060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Gaudi 2 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 Gaudi 2 have compared to the RTX 3060?▾
The Gaudi 2 has 96 GB of HBM2e memory. The RTX 3060 has 8 to 12 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find Gaudi 2 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 Gaudi 2 and the RTX 3060?▾
The Gaudi 2 uses the Gaudi architecture (2022) while the RTX 3060 uses Ampere (2021). The Gaudi 2 has 96 GB of HBM2e at 2,450 GB/s; the RTX 3060 has 8-12 GB of GDDR6 at 360 GB/s, so the Gaudi 2 has 6.8x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 3060.
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