Issue 14 · 1 May 2026

Runpod is the H100 deal of 2026.

Or, why we cancelled our Lambda Reserved contract on Tuesday. Six weeks of benchmarks, three tiers, one honest verdict.

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guide 6 min read

NVMe-oF: crucial for multi-node LLM training performance

Understand why NVMe-oF is essential for high-performance multi-node LLM training. We break down how this storage technology eliminates bottlenecks and boosts efficiency for distributed AI workloads.

  • nvme
  • llm
  • storage
comparison 7 min read

Nvidia L40 48GB vs A100 40GB: better value for LLM inference?

Compare Nvidia L40 48GB vs A100 40GB for LLM inference. We break down pricing, performance, and which GPU offers better value for your specific AI workloads.

  • gpu
  • comparison
  • l40
comparison 6 min read

Intel Gaudi 3 cloud: is it ready to challenge H200 pricing?

Explore Intel Gaudi 3 cloud pricing and initial availability, comparing its performance claims and cost-effectiveness directly against Nvidia H200 for AI workloads.

  • gpu
  • comparison
  • gaudi3
comparison 5 min read

Hetzner Dedicated RTX 4070 Ti vs. Cloud RTX 4070 Super for Llama 3

Comparing Hetzner's dedicated RTX 4070 Ti vs. cloud RTX 4070 Super for Llama 3 inference. Find out which offers better cost per token and flexibility.

  • gpu
  • comparison
  • hetzner
comparison 5 min read

Cloud NVLink H200 pricing: Runpod, Lambda, CoreWeave for LLM training

Compare NVLink H200 pricing and configurations from Runpod, Lambda Labs, and CoreWeave for multi-GPU LLM training. Find the best provider for your next project.

  • gpu
  • comparison
  • h200
comparison 5 min read

RX 7900 XT 20GB vs RTX 4060 Ti 16GB for Llama 3 Fine-Tuning

Comparing RX 7900 XT 20GB vs RTX 4060 Ti 16GB for Llama 3 fine-tuning on a budget. See how VRAM and price impact your choice.

  • gpu
  • comparison
  • llama3
comparison 5 min read

Dual A100 40GB vs H100 80GB: where to train LLMs?

Compare dual A100 40GB vs. a single H100 80GB for LLM training. We break down the cost, VRAM, and performance trade-offs to help you choose the best GPU setup.

  • gpu
  • comparison
  • llm
comparison 5 min read

Paperspace, Colab Pro, SageMaker: cloud GPU notebook comparison

Comparing Paperspace Gradient, Colab Pro, and AWS SageMaker for cloud GPU ML notebooks. Find the best platform for your machine learning workflows based on price, performance, and ease of use.

  • gpu
  • comparison
  • notebook
comparison 8 min read

LLM model load times: how slow cloud block storage costs you money

We benchmarked LLM model load times on Runpod, Vultr, and Lambda Labs to see how block storage performance impacts your cloud GPU costs. See who wins.

  • gpu
  • llm
  • storage