Cloud GPU choices for LLM inference are hard to compare
Choosing a cloud GPU provider for depends on several practical measures. The main comparison points are cost per hour, cost per token, throughput, and .
Some engineers still compare providers by doing the math in . A cheaper hourly price may not mean lower real cost if the system handles fewer requests or is less reliable.
Key points
- Cloud GPU providers for can be compared in several ways.
- Cost per hour and cost per token are both relevant.
- Throughput and affect the real operating cost.
- Manual comparisons are still common for this decision.