In a recent comparison webpage targeting us, Paperspace made several assertions regarding their services in the GPU as a Service space. Addressing the inaccuracies and presenting factual information about Vultr's offerings is crucial. We aim to clarify and debunk the misconceptions put forth by Paperspace, showcasing the advantages of Vultr's GPU solutions and comprehensive cloud computing infrastructure.
Wide Range of GPU Configurations
Paperspace claims that we only offer dedicated GPUs solely as a 4x or 8x cluster of NVIDIA A100s on bare metal instances. However, we provide customers with the flexibility to spin up fractions of a single NVIDIA A100 Tensor Core GPU, starting from as low as 1/20th of an A100, all the way up to 8-way clusters on Vultr Bare Metal and multi-card support with Vultr Kubernetes Engine. This approach allows users to scale their GPU resources precisely as per their requirements, offering unparalleled cost-effectiveness.
Competitive Pricing
Contrary to Paperspace's assertion of being the most affordable option, we provide a highly competitive pricing structure. While Paperspace requires customers to provision an entire A100 at $3.09/hour, we offer the same GPU at a significantly lower rate of $2.604/hour. Moreover, we can provision 1/20th of an A100 Tensor Core GPU for just $0.134/hour, demonstrating our commitment to cost savings and efficiency. In fact, our GPU solutions are approximately 17% cheaper than Paperspace's offerings, providing excellent value for GPU-accelerated workloads.
Extensive GPU Selection
While Paperspace may offer a wider variety of previous-generation GPUs, it is essential to note that they only provide one of NVIDIA's top-of-the-line data center GPUs for the AI/ML space—the A100 Tensor Core GPU. In contrast, we offer a comprehensive selection of NVIDIA's latest generation top-of-the-line data center GPUs. Our GPU lineup includes the H100, A100, A40, and A16, ensuring that customers have access to a diverse range of advanced GPU options. These GPUs are designed to serve numerous workloads, from data science and AI/ML to virtual desktop infrastructure.
Operating System Compatibility
Paperspace erroneously claims that our Cloud GPU service exclusively supports Linux operating systems. In reality, we ensure compatibility with both Linux and Windows operating systems for all GPU-accelerated instances. This flexibility enables users to leverage Vultr's GPU acceleration regardless of their preferred OS, expanding the accessibility of their AI/ML workflows.
Industry Partnerships and Offerings
While Paperspace promotes its proprietary deep learning software, Gradient, we establish valuable partnerships to enhance our services. We collaborate directly with NVIDIA, enabling support for the AI Enterprise suite of products, further amplifying our GPU capabilities. Additionally, our recently-announced partnership with Domino Data Labs empowers customers with their industry-leading MLOps platform, Domino Nexus, augmenting their AI/ML workflows. These strategic collaborations differentiate Vultr from Paperspace, offering customers a more comprehensive range of tools and resources without the threat of vendor lock-in.
Comprehensive Global Infrastructure
Regarding geographic presence, our global footprint surpasses Paperspace's limited regional coverage. While Paperspace supports three regions, we operate an extensive network of 32+ cloud data centers across North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and Africa. This widespread infrastructure ensures improved latency and increased reliability and enables businesses to reach their target audience anywhere in the world.
Customer Base
While Paperspace claims to have over 500,000 users, we proudly serve a substantial customer base of over 1.5 million. Our customer base highlights our established reputation as an independent cloud provider and demonstrates the trust and satisfaction of a diverse range of users across different industries.
Conclusion
In response to their inaccurate "Paperspace vs. Vultr” webpage, it is essential to set the record straight and accurately represent our Cloud GPU offerings. Our ability to provision fractions of GPUs, competitive pricing, comprehensive GPU selection, multi-OS support, industry partnerships, extensive global infrastructure, and a significant customer base showcase Vultr's years of expertise in the cloud industry. With Vultr, users gain access to cutting-edge technology, flexible solutions, and an expansive network, enabling them to excel in their AI/ML endeavors.