What is the difference between Akash Network and Hyperbolic?

Akash Network and Hyperbolic 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: Akash Network or Hyperbolic?

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 Akash Network and Hyperbolic?

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 18 different GPU models across both Akash Network and Hyperbolic, with 0 models available from both providers.

Akash Network vs Hyperbolic

Compare GPU pricing between Akash Network and Hyperbolic. Find the best rates for AI training, inference, and ML workloads.

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Comparison Overview

Total GPU Models

Akash Network GPUs

Hyperbolic GPUs

Direct Comparisons

Average Price Difference: $0.73/hour between comparable GPUs

GPU Pricing Comparison

Total GPUs: 18Both available: 2Akash Network: 17Hyperbolic: 3

Showing 15 of 18 GPUs

Last updated: 10/6/2026, 6:24:53 PM

GPU Model ↑	Akash Network Price	Hyperbolic Price	Price Diff ↕	Sources
A100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Akash Network	$1.33/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
A100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Akash Network $1.33/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
B200 180GB VRAM • Akash NetworkHyperbolic	$5.00/hr★ Best	$5.99/hr	↓$0.99(16.5%)	Akash Network Hyperbolic
B200 180GB VRAM • Akash Network $5.00/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Hyperbolic $5.99/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 Price Difference:↓$0.99(16.5%) Akash Network Hyperbolic
GTX 1070 Ti 8GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.14/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
GTX 1070 Ti 8GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.14/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Akash NetworkHyperbolic	$2.72/hr★ Best	$3.19/hr	↓$0.47(14.7%)	Akash Network Hyperbolic
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Akash Network $2.72/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Hyperbolic $3.19/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 Price Difference:↓$0.47(14.7%) Akash Network Hyperbolic
H200 141GB VRAM • Hyperbolic	Not Available	$3.99/hr★ Best	—	Hyperbolic
H200 141GB VRAM • Not Available Hyperbolic $3.99/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Hyperbolic
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • Akash Network	$6.00/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • Akash Network $6.00/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 3060 12GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.14/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 3060 12GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.14/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 3060 Ti 8GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.14/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 3060 Ti 8GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.14/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 3090 24GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.17/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 3090 24GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.17/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 3090 Ti 24GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.25/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 3090 Ti 24GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.25/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 4000 Ada 20GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.25/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 4000 Ada 20GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.25/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 4080 16GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.15/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 4080 16GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.15/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 4090 24GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.30/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 4090 24GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.30/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 5090 32GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.68/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 5090 32GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.68/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Akash Network	$1.44/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Akash Network $1.44/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network

A100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Akash Network	$1.33/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
A100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Akash Network $1.33/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
B200 180GB VRAM • Akash NetworkHyperbolic	$5.00/hr★ Best	$5.99/hr	↓$0.99(16.5%)	Akash Network Hyperbolic
B200 180GB VRAM • Akash Network $5.00/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Hyperbolic $5.99/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 Price Difference:↓$0.99(16.5%) Akash Network Hyperbolic
GTX 1070 Ti 8GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.14/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
GTX 1070 Ti 8GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.14/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Akash NetworkHyperbolic	$2.72/hr★ Best	$3.19/hr	↓$0.47(14.7%)	Akash Network Hyperbolic
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Akash Network $2.72/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Hyperbolic $3.19/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 Price Difference:↓$0.47(14.7%) Akash Network Hyperbolic
H200 141GB VRAM • Hyperbolic	Not Available	$3.99/hr★ Best	—	Hyperbolic
H200 141GB VRAM • Not Available Hyperbolic $3.99/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Hyperbolic
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • Akash Network	$6.00/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • Akash Network $6.00/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 3060 12GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.14/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 3060 12GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.14/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 3060 Ti 8GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.14/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 3060 Ti 8GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.14/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 3090 24GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.17/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 3090 24GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.17/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 3090 Ti 24GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.25/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 3090 Ti 24GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.25/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 4000 Ada 20GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.25/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 4000 Ada 20GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.25/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 4080 16GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.15/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 4080 16GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.15/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 4090 24GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.30/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 4090 24GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.30/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX 5090 32GB VRAM • Akash Network	$0.68/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX 5090 32GB VRAM • Akash Network $0.68/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Akash Network	$1.44/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akash Network
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Akash Network $1.44/hour Updated: 10/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akash Network

Features Comparison

Akash Network

Automated Bidding
Independent infrastructure providers automatically submit competitive bids in real time for workload requests.
No Refactoring Required
Applications running in containers can be directly migrated to the Akash platform without code changes.
1-Click Templates
Pre-configured environments for popular AI models can be launched quickly.
Global Access to Hardware
Enterprise-grade GPUs and consumer-grade GPUs are accessible for various compute needs.
Operational Autonomy
Users maintain control over network routing and data residency.

Hyperbolic

On-Demand GPUs
Self-serve H100, H200, B200, and other GPU instances launched in minutes from the dashboard with no commitment or quota limits
Serverless Inference
Access latest state-of-the-art AI models in one click with OpenAI-compatible API
Reserved Clusters
Reserve the same on-demand capacity for a fixed term of under one year at a discounted rate, self-serve in the app
Private Cloud
Dedicated, isolated GPU infrastructure from Hyperbolic's supplier network for long-term enterprise and sensitive workloads
Dedicated Endpoints
Host high-throughput inference with unlimited requests and hourly pricing
Pre-built Docker Images
Skip setup and launch GPU workloads instantly with ready-to-use images for PyTorch, TensorFlow, and CUDA

Pros & Cons

Akash Network

Advantages

Decentralized infrastructure reduces dependency on single providers.
Potential for lower costs compared to traditional cloud providers.
Supports a wide variety of containerized applications.

Considerations

Limited awareness compared to larger cloud providers.
Potential complexity in understanding the decentralized model for new users.

Hyperbolic

Advantages

Deploy GPU clusters in minutes with no quota limits or sales calls
OpenAI-compatible API for minimal code changes when switching
Transparent pricing with pay-as-you-go model and no hidden fees
Serving exclusive models like Llama-3.1-405B-Base in BF16

Considerations

Multi-tenant by design for on-demand clusters may not suit all workloads
Newer platform compared to established cloud hyperscalers
GPU availability varies by product, supply, region, and configuration

Compute Services

Akash Network

Hyperbolic

Pricing Options

Akash Network

Hyperbolic

On-Demand Clusters

Multi-tenant GPU clusters with instant deployment and pay-as-you-go pricing

Reserved Clusters

Fixed-term commitments of under one year, paid up front, at a discount to on-demand rates

Private Cloud

Custom long-term commitments for dedicated, isolated infrastructure

Serverless Inference

Pay-per-use inference API with no infrastructure management required

Dedicated Hosting

Single-tenant GPUs with private endpoints and hourly pricing

Getting Started

Akash Network

Get Started

1
Sign Up
Create an account on the Akash console.
2
Choose a Deployment Method
Select to launch an AI workload or deploy a container.
3
Configure Resources
Specify required resources such as GPUs, memory, and region.
4
Deploy
Finalize deployment and authorize the request.

Hyperbolic

Get Started

1
Create an account
Sign up at app.hyperbolic.ai with no forms or sales calls required
2
Set up payment
Pay with credit card, wire/ACH upfront, or cryptocurrency
3
Launch your first instance
Choose GPU type and count in the console and deploy in minutes with SSH access

Support & Global Availability

Akash Network

Global Regions

Global availability for GPU resources

Support

Documentation available online; support requests can be initiated through the platform.

Hyperbolic

Support

Documentation available, self-service console, and AI consulting services for scaling teams