Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX 3090 | RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 350W | 115W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 8 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 10,496 | 3,072 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | Not published |
| Tensor Cores | 328 | 96 |
| FP32 Performance | 35.6 TFLOPS | 15.1 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 936 GB/s | 272 GB/s |
| FP16 (vendor figure, sparsity not specified) | 35.6 TFLOPS | 15.1 TFLOPS |
| INT8 (vendor figure, sparsity not specified) | Not published | 242 TOPS |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 3090 delivers dense FP16 throughput of 35.6 TFLOPS and dense FP32 throughput of 35.6 TFLOPS while the RTX 4060 Ti delivers dense FP16 throughput of 15.1 TFLOPS and dense FP32 throughput of 15.1 TFLOPS. This dense FP16 difference means the RTX 3090 supports faster matrix operations during training runs and inference passes on models that fit within its memory. Memory bandwidth at 936 GB/s versus 272 GB/s allows the RTX 3090 to sustain larger batch sizes before memory becomes the limiting factor in data movement.
Current On-Demand Offers
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RTX 3090
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RTX 4060 Ti
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When to Choose the RTX 3090
The RTX 3090 variant suits workloads that require 24 GB of memory to hold large model weights or datasets. Its 936 GB/s bandwidth and 35.6 TFLOPS dense FP16 rating support training or inference sessions where batch size scaling improves throughput. The 350 W TDP remains acceptable in environments with sufficient power delivery and cooling.
When to Choose the RTX 4060 Ti
The RTX 4060 Ti variant fits deployments where 115 W TDP reduces electricity draw and heat output. Its 8 GB memory and 15.1 TFLOPS dense FP16 rating handle smaller models that do not exceed capacity limits.
Use Cases
The RTX 3090 variant supplies 24 GB memory and 936 GB/s bandwidth to accommodate larger model sizes during gradient updates.
The RTX 3090 variant maintains batch sizes with its 35.6 TFLOPS dense FP16 rating and 24 GB capacity without swapping.
The RTX 3090 variant handles 24 GB datasets and 35.6 TFLOPS dense FP32 operations required for parameter updates.
Both variants run diffusion workloads yet the RTX 3090 variant allows higher resolution batches via 24 GB memory.
The RTX 3090 variant provides 35.6 TFLOPS dense FP64 capable throughput and NVLink for multi GPU scaling in simulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What memory configurations distinguish the RTX 3090 variant from the RTX 4060 Ti variant?▾
The RTX 3090 variant uses 24 GB GDDR6X while the RTX 4060 Ti variant uses 8 GB GDDR6. These capacities determine maximum model sizes before memory overflow occurs.
How do the TDP ratings affect deployment choices between these variants?▾
The RTX 3090 variant operates at 350 W TDP and the RTX 4060 Ti variant operates at 115 W TDP. Lower power draw on the RTX 4060 Ti variant reduces cooling requirements in dense server racks.
Which variant supports higher dense FP16 throughput for tensor workloads?▾
The RTX 3090 variant reaches 35.6 TFLOPS dense FP16 and the RTX 4060 Ti variant reaches 15.1 TFLOPS dense FP16. The higher figure accelerates matrix multiplications in supported frameworks.
Does the RTX 3090 variant include interconnect features absent from the RTX 4060 Ti variant?▾
The RTX 3090 variant includes NVLink while the RTX 4060 Ti variant lists no interconnect. NVLink enables direct GPU to GPU transfers at high speed.
What memory bandwidth values apply to each variant family?▾
The RTX 3090 family shares 936 GB/s bandwidth and the RTX 4060 Ti family shares 272 GB/s bandwidth. These rates govern data transfer speeds during large tensor operations.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 3090 or the RTX 4060 Ti?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 3090 and RTX 4060 Ti 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 RTX 3090 have compared to the RTX 4060 Ti?▾
The RTX 3090 has 24 GB of GDDR6X memory. The RTX 4060 Ti has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find RTX 3090 and RTX 4060 Ti 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 RTX 3090 and the RTX 4060 Ti?▾
The RTX 3090 uses the Ampere architecture (2020) while the RTX 4060 Ti uses Ada Lovelace (2023). The RTX 3090 has 24 GB of GDDR6X at 936 GB/s; the RTX 4060 Ti has 8 GB of GDDR6 at 272 GB/s, so the RTX 3090 has 3.4x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 4060 Ti.
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