Cloud GPU vs Local Hardware Calculator
Calculate the real cost difference between buying hardware and renting cloud GPUs. See when each option makes financial sense.
⚙️ Your Usage Pattern
1 hour4 hours24 hours
1 day20 days30 days
1 month12 months36 months
Monthly Usage:
80 hours
🎮 Select GPU
Hardware Cost
$1699
Power Draw
450W
☁️ Select Cloud Provider
💰 Cost Analysis
Local Hardware
GPU Cost:$1699
Electricity (12 months):$51.84
Total Cost:$1750.84
Cost per Hour:$1.824/hr
RunPod Cloud GPU
Setup Fee:$10
Usage (12 months):$710.40
Total Cost:$720.40
Cost per Hour:$0.740/hr
✅ Cloud Wins!
Save $979
Cloud is cheaper for your usage pattern over 12 months
🎯 Recommendation
Based on your usage of 80 hours/month, cloud GPUs are significantly more cost-effective.
Best Cloud Option:
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Break-even Point
28.7 months
Monthly Difference
$55
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