COMPARE / GPU.AI VS MODAL
gpu.ai vs Modal
Like-for-like on-demand GPU pricing from each provider's own published rates, refreshed hourly. No reserved or committed-use pricing on either side.
HEAD TO HEAD
7 - 1
chips where gpu.ai is cheaper - chips where Modal is cheaper, of 8 shared
| GPU model | gpu.ai from | Modal from | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| L4 | $0.440/hr | $0.799/hr | gpu.ai (45% less) |
| L40S | $0.800/hr | $1.951/hr | gpu.ai (59% less) |
| A100 40GB | $0.890/hr | $2.099/hr | gpu.ai (58% less) |
| A100 80GB | $1.070/hr | $2.498/hr | gpu.ai (57% less) |
| RTX PRO 6000 | $1.690/hr | $3.031/hr | gpu.ai (44% less) |
| H100 SXM | $3.490/hr | $3.949/hr | gpu.ai (12% less) |
| H200 SXM | $3.990/hr | $4.540/hr | gpu.ai (12% less) |
| B200 | $6.790/hr | $6.250/hr | Modal (8% less) |
GPU.AI VS MODAL - FAQ
Is gpu.ai or Modal cheaper?
Across the 8 GPU models both providers publish, gpu.ai has the lower rate on 7 and Modal on 1. It varies chip by chip - the table above compares like-for-like per-GPU hourly rates from each provider's own published prices, refreshed hourly.
What can I rent at both gpu.ai and Modal?
Both publish rates for: L4, L40S, A100 40GB, A100 80GB, RTX PRO 6000, H100 SXM and 2 more shared models. gpu.ai lists 18 models total; Modal lists 11.
Does Compute Cafe earn from gpu.ai or Modal links?
gpu.ai: no affiliate arrangement. Modal: no affiliate arrangement. Referral status never changes the numbers or the order on this page.