Specifications Compared
| Spec | Gaudi 2 | RTX A5000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 600W | 230W |
| VRAM | 96 GB | 24 GB |
| CUDA Cores | Not published | 8,192 |
| Memory Type | HBM2e | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Gaudi | Ampere |
| Form Factors | OAM | PCIe |
| Interconnect | RoCE Ethernet, PCIe 4.0 | NVLink, PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | Not published | 256 |
| FP32 Performance | Not published | 27.8 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 2,450 GB/s | 768 GB/s |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | Not published | 222.2 TFLOPS |
Performance Analysis
The RTX A5000 lists FP16 performance at 222.2 TFLOPS with sparsity and FP32 performance at 27.8 TFLOPS. Absence of published tensor figures for the Gaudi 2 prevents direct dense or sparse comparisons in those categories. Memory bandwidth of 2450 GB/s on the Gaudi 2 versus 768 GB/s on the RTX A5000 supports larger batch sizes during memory intensive workloads. TDP of 600W on the Gaudi 2 compared with 230W on the RTX A5000 indicates higher sustained power draw for the former card.
Current On-Demand Offers
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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.
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 Gaudi 2
The Gaudi 2 suits workloads that require 96 GB of HBM2e memory and 2450 GB/s bandwidth. Its OAM form factor and RoCE Ethernet interconnect align with scale out clusters that prioritize capacity over lower TDP.
When to Choose the RTX A5000
The RTX A5000 fits environments limited to 230W TDP and PCIe slots. Its 24 GB GDDR6 memory and 768 GB/s bandwidth serve tasks that do not exceed those specifications while benefiting from NVLink options.
Use Cases
The Gaudi 2 provides 96 GB VRAM and 2450 GB/s bandwidth that accommodate larger models than the 24 GB and 768 GB/s of the RTX A5000.
Higher memory capacity of 96 GB on the Gaudi 2 enables larger batch inference compared with 24 GB on the RTX A5000.
The 2450 GB/s bandwidth on the Gaudi 2 supports faster data movement than the 768 GB/s on the RTX A5000 during parameter updates.
The RTX A5000 TDP of 230W fits power constrained single node setups better than the 600W of the Gaudi 2.
FP32 performance of 27.8 TFLOPS on the RTX A5000 offers a published dense figure absent from Gaudi 2 specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the memory bandwidth of the RTX A5000?▾
The RTX A5000 reaches 768 GB/s. The Gaudi 2 reaches 2450 GB/s which is more than three times higher.
What TDP does the Gaudi 2 have?▾
The Gaudi 2 has a TDP of 600W. The RTX A5000 has a TDP of 230W which is less than half as high.
Does the RTX A5000 list FP16 performance?▾
The RTX A5000 lists FP16 performance at 222.2 TFLOPS with sparsity. No FP16 figure appears for the Gaudi 2.
What interconnect does the Gaudi 2 use?▾
The Gaudi 2 uses RoCE Ethernet and PCIe 4.0. The RTX A5000 uses NVLink and PCIe 4.0.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Gaudi 2 or the RTX A5000?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Gaudi 2 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 Gaudi 2 have compared to the RTX A5000?▾
The Gaudi 2 has 96 GB of HBM2e memory. The RTX A5000 has 24 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find Gaudi 2 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 Gaudi 2 and the RTX A5000?▾
The Gaudi 2 uses the Gaudi architecture (2022) while the RTX A5000 uses Ampere (2021). The Gaudi 2 has 96 GB of HBM2e at 2,450 GB/s; the RTX A5000 has 24 GB of GDDR6 at 768 GB/s, so the Gaudi 2 has 3.2x the memory bandwidth of the RTX A5000.
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How this page is made
- Specifications come from the NVIDIA, AMD and Intel datasheets for the Gaudi 2 and the RTX A5000. Dense and sparse throughput are listed separately.
- Prices and availability are live: every offer shown is an in-stock, on-demand listing from a provider we track, rechecked every minute.
- 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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