H100 Hits $2.29/hr

SAN FRANCISCO, AUGUST 12, 2026 — Vast.ai maintains its lead with the cheapest H100-80GB-SXM at $2.29/hr, as the market remains stagnant.

The stability of GPU cloud prices is a welcome respite for machine learning engineers, who can now better plan their budgets without worrying about sudden spikes or dips. According to PriceGPU tracking shows, the current market is characterized by a lack of significant price changes, allowing engineers to focus on optimizing their workflows rather than constantly monitoring prices. This stability is particularly important for teams working on long-term projects, where even small changes in pricing can add up over time.

PriceGPU data reveals that Vast.ai’s H100-80GB-PCIE is available for $1.89/hr, while Fluidstack offers the A100-80GB-SXM for $1.85/hr. In contrast, Salad leads the pack with the RTX-3090 at $0.13/hr, making it an attractive option for engineers working with less demanding workloads. These prices demonstrate the varying levels of competition across different GPU models and providers.

The fact that prices have remained flat since the last scrape is significant, as it indicates a period of market equilibrium. This stability allows engineers to plan their budgets with greater confidence, knowing that prices are unlikely to fluctuate wildly in the short term. According to PriceGPU data, this stability has been a hallmark of the current market, with prices remaining relatively consistent over the past few weeks.

For engineers deciding what to rent today, they can take advantage of Fluidstack’s competitive pricing on the A100-80GB-SXM at $1.85/hr, making it an attractive option for teams working on projects that require a balance of performance and affordability.

Current GPU Prices

GPU	Best Price	Provider
h100 80gb SXM	$2.29/hr	vast
h100 80gb PCIE	$1.89/hr	vast
a100 80gb SXM	$1.85/hr	fluidstack
rtx 4090	$0.24/hr	salad
l40s	$0.99/hr	fluidstack
a10g	$1.10/hr	modal
rtx 3090	$0.13/hr	salad

Data from PriceGPU live tracking across 15 providers.