What is the difference between Akamai Cloud and Genesis Cloud?

Akamai Cloud and Genesis Cloud are both cloud GPU providers offering different pricing models, features, and GPU availability. Use our comparison tool to see real-time pricing and feature differences.

Which is cheaper: Akamai Cloud or Genesis Cloud?

Pricing varies by GPU model and usage requirements. Check our real-time comparison table to find the best deals for your specific needs.

Can I switch between Akamai Cloud and Genesis Cloud?

Yes, both providers offer flexible cloud GPU services. However, consider factors like data transfer costs, setup time, and specific features when switching between providers.

How many GPU models are available for comparison?

We track pricing for 8 different GPU models across both Akamai Cloud and Genesis Cloud, with 0 models available from both providers.

Akamai Cloud vs Genesis Cloud GPU Cloud Pricing 2026

GPU Pricing Comparison

Total GPUs: 8Both available: 0Akamai Cloud: 2Genesis Cloud: 6

Showing 8 of 8 GPUs

Last updated: 7/16/2026, 5:57:35 PM

GPU Model ↑	Akamai Cloud Price	Genesis Cloud Price	Price Diff ↕	Sources
B200 192GB VRAM • Genesis Cloud	Not Available	$2.80/hr★ Best 8x GPU	—	Genesis Cloud
B200 192GB VRAM • Not Available Genesis Cloud $2.80/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 6/20/2026 ★Best Price Genesis Cloud
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Genesis Cloud	Not Available	$1.60/hr★ Best 8x GPU	—	Genesis Cloud
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Not Available Genesis Cloud $1.60/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 6/20/2026 ★Best Price Genesis Cloud
H200 141GB VRAM • Genesis Cloud	Not Available	$2.80/hr★ Best 8x GPU	—	Genesis Cloud
H200 141GB VRAM • Not Available Genesis Cloud $2.80/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 6/20/2026 ★Best Price Genesis Cloud
RTX 3080 10GB VRAM • Genesis Cloud	Not Available	$0.08/hr★ Best	—	Genesis Cloud
RTX 3080 10GB VRAM • Not Available Genesis Cloud $0.08/hour Updated: 6/20/2026 ★Best Price Genesis Cloud
RTX 3090 24GB VRAM • Genesis Cloud	Not Available	$0.20/hr★ Best	—	Genesis Cloud
RTX 3090 24GB VRAM • Not Available Genesis Cloud $0.20/hour Updated: 6/20/2026 ★Best Price Genesis Cloud
RTX 4000 Ada 20GB VRAM • Akamai Cloud	$0.52/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akamai Cloud
RTX 4000 Ada 20GB VRAM • Akamai Cloud $0.52/hour Updated: 6/29/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akamai Cloud
RTX 4090 24GB VRAM • Genesis Cloud	Not Available	$0.55/hr★ Best	—	Genesis Cloud
RTX 4090 24GB VRAM • Not Available Genesis Cloud $0.55/hour Updated: 6/20/2026 ★Best Price Genesis Cloud
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Akamai Cloud	$2.50/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akamai Cloud
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Akamai Cloud $2.50/hour Updated: 6/29/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akamai Cloud

B200 192GB VRAM • Genesis Cloud	Not Available	$2.80/hr★ Best 8x GPU	—	Genesis Cloud
B200 192GB VRAM • Not Available Genesis Cloud $2.80/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 6/20/2026 ★Best Price Genesis Cloud
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Genesis Cloud	Not Available	$1.60/hr★ Best 8x GPU	—	Genesis Cloud
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Not Available Genesis Cloud $1.60/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 6/20/2026 ★Best Price Genesis Cloud
H200 141GB VRAM • Genesis Cloud	Not Available	$2.80/hr★ Best 8x GPU	—	Genesis Cloud
H200 141GB VRAM • Not Available Genesis Cloud $2.80/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 6/20/2026 ★Best Price Genesis Cloud
RTX 3080 10GB VRAM • Genesis Cloud	Not Available	$0.08/hr★ Best	—	Genesis Cloud
RTX 3080 10GB VRAM • Not Available Genesis Cloud $0.08/hour Updated: 6/20/2026 ★Best Price Genesis Cloud
RTX 3090 24GB VRAM • Genesis Cloud	Not Available	$0.20/hr★ Best	—	Genesis Cloud
RTX 3090 24GB VRAM • Not Available Genesis Cloud $0.20/hour Updated: 6/20/2026 ★Best Price Genesis Cloud
RTX 4000 Ada 20GB VRAM • Akamai Cloud	$0.52/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akamai Cloud
RTX 4000 Ada 20GB VRAM • Akamai Cloud $0.52/hour Updated: 6/29/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akamai Cloud
RTX 4090 24GB VRAM • Genesis Cloud	Not Available	$0.55/hr★ Best	—	Genesis Cloud
RTX 4090 24GB VRAM • Not Available Genesis Cloud $0.55/hour Updated: 6/20/2026 ★Best Price Genesis Cloud
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Akamai Cloud	$2.50/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akamai Cloud
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Akamai Cloud $2.50/hour Updated: 6/29/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akamai Cloud

Features Comparison

Akamai Cloud

RTX-Class GPU Plans
Workstation and Blackwell-generation RTX cards exposed as predictable GPU Linodes
Global Akamai Backbone
GPU instances available across the broader Akamai compute and CDN footprint
Predictable Monthly Pricing
Flat monthly pricing on GPU Linodes with hourly fallback

Genesis Cloud

Enterprise AI Cloud
End-to-end machine learning platforms with high reliability and scalability
High Performance
35x more performance for LLMs, GenAI, and large multi-node trainings
EU Sovereign Cloud
AI workloads under EU regulations with enhanced security
Green Infrastructure
100% green energy powered data centers with low PUE
MLOps Platform
End-to-end AI platform with ClearML integration for experiment tracking, data versioning, and pipeline orchestration

Pros & Cons

Akamai Cloud

Advantages

Predictable flat-rate pricing model
Global region coverage inherited from the Akamai network
Blackwell-generation RTX PRO 6000 available alongside older RTX SKUs

Considerations

Catalog focused on RTX cards; H100/H200/B200 are not part of the public lineup
Limited multi-GPU and large-cluster offerings versus dedicated neoclouds
Less optimized for frontier-scale training

Genesis Cloud

Advantages

80% less expensive compared to legacy cloud providers
35x more performance for LLMs and GenAI workloads
EU sovereign cloud compliance
100% green energy infrastructure

Considerations

Limited global presence (primarily EU-focused)
Newer player compared to major cloud providers
Specialized focus may not suit all computing needs

Compute Services

Akamai Cloud

Genesis Cloud

NVIDIA GPU Instances

Various NVIDIA GPU options for AI and ML workloads

GPU Nodes

HGX nodes for AI training, plus single‑GPU options.

Pricing Options

Akamai Cloud

Monthly GPU Linodes

Flat monthly pricing for GPU-equipped virtual machines

Hourly Billing

Hourly billing fallback when instances run for less than a month

Genesis Cloud

Getting Started

Akamai Cloud

Get Started

1
Create an account
Sign up at the Akamai Cloud / Linode console
2
Choose a GPU Linode plan
Select RTX 4000 Ada, Quadro RTX 6000 or RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell with the desired GPU count
3
Deploy and connect
Provision the instance via console, CLI or API and connect over SSH

Genesis Cloud

Get Started

Support & Global Availability

Akamai Cloud

Global Regions

Global region coverage across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia

Support

Documentation, community resources and 24/7 paid support tiers

Genesis Cloud

Global Regions

Tier 3 data centers in the European Union

Support

Knowledge base, developer documentation, and dedicated support team