How much does rental cost differ for the same GPU between domestic and overseas platforms?
Last updated: 2026-11-12 15:45 · Always refer to the platform’s official order page · Free API: rentgpu.link/api/prices
Direct answer: Current period (as of 2026-11-12; prices automatically scraped within 12 hours, with at least 2 platforms per region, median price used) shows 7 GPU models with comparable quotes both inside and outside mainland China. The L40S 48GB has the lowest domestic median price (41.2% lower than overseas), while the RTX 3090 has the highest (84.6% higher than overseas). There is no such thing as a “global uniform price” for the same GPU — exchange rates, supply conditions, and platform pricing strategies all contribute to regional differences. It’s worth comparing both sides before placing an order.
| GPU model | Domestic platforms | Domestic median price | Overseas platforms | Overseas median price | Current observation |
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| L40S 48GB | 2 | ¥5.03 | 8 | ¥8.55 | Domestic low 41.2% |
| RTX PRO 6000 96GB | 2 | ¥10.90 | 5 | ¥13.14 | Domestic low 17.0% |
| RTX 4090 | 8 | ¥1.78 | 4 | ¥2.10 | Domestic low 14.8% |
| H100 80GB | 2 | ¥17.19 | 13 | ¥19.08 | Domestic low 9.9% |
| RTX 5090 | 7 | ¥3.14 | 4 | ¥3.24 | Domestic low 3.1% |
| A100 80GB | 3 | ¥10.75 | 9 | ¥9.14 | Domestic high 17.6% |
| RTX 3090 | 7 | ¥1.20 | 3 | ¥0.65 | Domestic high 84.6% |
How is this table calculated?
Only real-time quotes auto-scraped today are included (reference prices and expired data are excluded; platforms not yet integrated are also excluded). Median prices are calculated separately for domestic platforms (mainland China) and overseas platforms. At least 2 active platforms must be offering each GPU model on each side to qualify. USD quotes are converted to RMB at a fixed exchange rate of 7.2 before comparison. This is a snapshot observation—not a long-term conclusion. Full daily methodology is available at /price-gap (dedicated cross-border price gap page); mainland China platform section is at /china.
Before Acting on Price Differences, Consider These Three Things
① Exact match of VRAM capacity and GPU model (e.g., 80GB vs. 80GB); ② Whether overseas platforms enforce minimum top-ups, USD settlement, and FX conversion fees; ③ Whether low-price tiers are spot/idle instances — subject to termination. Only after factoring in all three do you get the true net cost.
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