Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX 4070 | RTX 6000 Ada |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 300W |
| VRAM | 12-16 GB | 48 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 5,888 | 18,176 |
| FP8 (dense) | 116.6 TFLOPS | 728.5 TFLOPS |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| FP16 (dense) | 58.3 TFLOPS | 364 TFLOPS |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| INT8 (dense) | 233.2 TOPS | 728.5 TOPS |
| Interconnect | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | 184 | 568 |
| FP32 Performance | 29.1 TFLOPS | 91.1 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 504 GB/s | 960 GB/s |
| FP8 (with sparsity) | 233.2 TFLOPS | 1,457 TFLOPS |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | 116.6 TFLOPS | 728 TFLOPS |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | 466.4 TOPS | 1,457 TOPS |
Performance Analysis
The dense FP16 figure of 58.3 TFLOPS on the RTX 4070 stands against the dense FP16 figure of 364 TFLOPS on the RTX 6000 Ada. The same pattern holds for sparse figures where the RTX 4070 reaches 116.6 TFLOPS and the RTX 6000 Ada reaches 728 TFLOPS. This gap in dense FP16 performance indicates that the RTX 6000 Ada completes mixed precision operations in fewer cycles than the RTX 4070. Memory bandwidth of 960 GB/s on the RTX 6000 Ada versus 504 GB/s on the RTX 4070 permits larger batch sizes during training or inference sessions. The FP32 to dense FP16 ratio remains consistent at two times on both cards yet the absolute throughput favors the RTX 6000 Ada for sustained workloads.
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RTX 4070
RTX 4070 is not offered on-demand by any provider we track right now. See the RTX 4070 rental page for last-seen listed prices and a price alert.
RTX 6000 Ada
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massed Compute | us-central-3 | 1 | $0.79 | — | Deploy |
| QuantaCloud | us-midwest-2 | 1 | $0.79 | — | Deploy |
| LeaderGPU | The Netherlands | 8 | $0.91 | $7.29 | Deploy |
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When to Choose the RTX 4070
The RTX 4070 suits compact inference pipelines that fit within 12 to 16 GB of memory and operate under a 200 W power limit. Its dense FP16 rating of 58.3 TFLOPS delivers adequate throughput for smaller models where the higher bandwidth and capacity of the RTX 6000 Ada remain unused.
When to Choose the RTX 6000 Ada
The RTX 6000 Ada fits large model training or inference that requires 48 GB of memory and 960 GB/s bandwidth. Its dense FP16 rating of 364 TFLOPS and FP32 rating of 91.1 TFLOPS accelerate workloads that exceed the 12 to 16 GB capacity of the RTX 4070.
Use Cases
The 48 GB memory and 364 dense FP16 TFLOPS support larger batch sizes than the 12 to 16 GB and 58.3 dense FP16 TFLOPS available on the RTX 4070.
The 960 GB/s bandwidth and 364 dense FP16 TFLOPS enable higher throughput for models that exceed the 12 to 16 GB capacity of the RTX 4070.
The 48 GB VRAM and 728 sparse FP16 TFLOPS accommodate parameter updates on models larger than those handled by the 12 to 16 GB on the RTX 4070.
Both cards deliver sufficient dense FP16 performance for typical image generation workloads with the RTX 4070 at 58.3 TFLOPS and the RTX 6000 Ada at 364 TFLOPS.
The 91.1 FP32 TFLOPS and 960 GB/s bandwidth accelerate double precision adjacent tasks beyond the 29.1 FP32 TFLOPS and 504 GB/s of the RTX 4070.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the FP32 ratings for these GPUs?▾
The RTX 4070 lists an FP32 rating of 29.1 TFLOPS. The RTX 6000 Ada lists an FP32 rating of 91.1 TFLOPS.
How do the dense FP16 figures compare?▾
The RTX 4070 reaches 58.3 dense FP16 TFLOPS. The RTX 6000 Ada reaches 364 dense FP16 TFLOPS.
What TDP values apply to each card?▾
The RTX 4070 operates at a 200 W TDP. The RTX 6000 Ada operates at a 300 W TDP.
Which GPU offers higher memory bandwidth?▾
The RTX 6000 Ada provides 960 GB/s bandwidth. The RTX 4070 provides 504 GB/s bandwidth.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 4070 or the RTX 6000 Ada?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 4070 and RTX 6000 Ada 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 4070 have compared to the RTX 6000 Ada?▾
The RTX 4070 has 12 to 16 GB of GDDR6X memory. The RTX 6000 Ada has 48 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find RTX 4070 and RTX 6000 Ada 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 4070 and the RTX 6000 Ada?▾
The RTX 4070 uses the Ada Lovelace architecture (2023) while the RTX 6000 Ada uses Ada Lovelace (2022). The RTX 6000 Ada delivers 6.2x the dense FP16 throughput (364 vs 58.3 TFLOPS, both without sparsity) and 1.9x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 4070.
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