What is the difference between Compute Cheap and UpCloud?

Compute Cheap and UpCloud 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: Compute Cheap or UpCloud?

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 Compute Cheap and UpCloud?

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 7 different GPU models across both Compute Cheap and UpCloud, with 0 models available from both providers.

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Compute Cheap vs UpCloud

Compare GPU pricing between Compute Cheap and UpCloud. Find the best rates for AI training, inference, and ML workloads.

Compute Cheap

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Comparison Overview

Total GPU Models

Compute Cheap GPUs

UpCloud GPUs

Direct Comparisons

Average Price Difference: $1.89/hour between comparable GPUs

GPU Pricing Comparison

Total GPUs: 7Both available: 2Compute Cheap: 3UpCloud: 6

Showing 7 of 7 GPUs

Last updated: 9/22/2026, 12:42:35 AM

GPU Model ↑	Compute Cheap Price	UpCloud Price	Price Diff ↕	Sources
B200 180GB VRAM • Compute CheapUpCloud	$2.29/hr★ Best	$5.17/hr	↓$2.88(55.7%)	Compute Cheap UpCloud
B200 180GB VRAM • Compute Cheap $2.29/hour Updated: 9/20/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud $5.17/hour Updated: 9/21/2026 Price Difference:↓$2.88(55.7%) Compute Cheap UpCloud
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Compute CheapUpCloud	$1.15/hr★ Best	$2.06/hr	↓$0.91(44.1%)	Compute Cheap UpCloud
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Compute Cheap $1.15/hour Updated: 9/20/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud $2.06/hour Updated: 9/21/2026 Price Difference:↓$0.91(44.1%) Compute Cheap UpCloud
H200 141GB VRAM • Compute Cheap	$1.39/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Compute Cheap
H200 141GB VRAM • Compute Cheap $1.39/hour Updated: 9/20/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Compute Cheap
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • UpCloud	Not Available	$7.66/hr★ Best	—	UpCloud
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • Not Available UpCloud $7.66/hour Updated: 9/21/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud
L4 24GB VRAM • UpCloud	Not Available	$0.67/hr★ Best	—	UpCloud
L4 24GB VRAM • Not Available UpCloud $0.67/hour Updated: 9/21/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud
L40S 48GB VRAM • UpCloud	Not Available	$1.28/hr★ Best	—	UpCloud
L40S 48GB VRAM • Not Available UpCloud $1.28/hour Updated: 9/21/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • UpCloud	Not Available	$1.90/hr★ Best	—	UpCloud
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Not Available UpCloud $1.90/hour Updated: 9/21/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud

B200 180GB VRAM • Compute CheapUpCloud	$2.29/hr★ Best	$5.17/hr	↓$2.88(55.7%)	Compute Cheap UpCloud
B200 180GB VRAM • Compute Cheap $2.29/hour Updated: 9/20/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud $5.17/hour Updated: 9/21/2026 Price Difference:↓$2.88(55.7%) Compute Cheap UpCloud
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Compute CheapUpCloud	$1.15/hr★ Best	$2.06/hr	↓$0.91(44.1%)	Compute Cheap UpCloud
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Compute Cheap $1.15/hour Updated: 9/20/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud $2.06/hour Updated: 9/21/2026 Price Difference:↓$0.91(44.1%) Compute Cheap UpCloud
H200 141GB VRAM • Compute Cheap	$1.39/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Compute Cheap
H200 141GB VRAM • Compute Cheap $1.39/hour Updated: 9/20/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Compute Cheap
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • UpCloud	Not Available	$7.66/hr★ Best	—	UpCloud
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • Not Available UpCloud $7.66/hour Updated: 9/21/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud
L4 24GB VRAM • UpCloud	Not Available	$0.67/hr★ Best	—	UpCloud
L4 24GB VRAM • Not Available UpCloud $0.67/hour Updated: 9/21/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud
L40S 48GB VRAM • UpCloud	Not Available	$1.28/hr★ Best	—	UpCloud
L40S 48GB VRAM • Not Available UpCloud $1.28/hour Updated: 9/21/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • UpCloud	Not Available	$1.90/hr★ Best	—	UpCloud
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Not Available UpCloud $1.90/hour Updated: 9/21/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud

Features Comparison

Compute Cheap

Flexible pricing options
Offers both spot and on-demand pricing for GPU compute.
Marketplace model
Enables capacity owners to compete for workloads, ensuring transparent pricing.
Idle capacity utilization
Utilizes underused infrastructure for cost-effective compute.
Pay-as-you-go model
Charges are based on usage, with no long-term commitments.
GPU-centric architecture
Designed primarily around GPU resources without added complexities.

UpCloud

Dedicated GPUs
No shared hardware — each GPU is always dedicated to a single server with full performance isolation
100% Renewable Energy
Helsinki data center powered entirely by renewable energy with up to 90% waste heat recovery for district heating
European Data Sovereignty
GDPR-compliant, ISO 27001-certified infrastructure in Finland; UpCloud is also a CISPE member
Zero-Cost Data Transfer
No egress fees — outbound data transfer is included at no extra cost on all plans, subject to a Fair Transfer Policy
Usage-Based Billing
Pay only for active compute time with hourly billing, no rigid contracts or long-term commitments required
99.999% Uptime SLA
Published uptime commitment covering GPU Servers, Premium and Cloud Native servers, and managed databases; entry-level Starter cloud servers carry a 99.99% SLA

Pros & Cons

Compute Cheap

Advantages

Low-cost GPU options available
Flexible payment structure based on actual usage
Transparent pricing through marketplace competition
Efficient use of available hardware resources

Considerations

Lacks additional managed services
Limited details on support options

UpCloud

Advantages

100% renewable energy with waste heat recovery — strong sustainability credentials
Zero-cost egress eliminates surprise data transfer bills
GDPR-compliant EU data sovereignty in Finland
Dedicated GPUs with no shared hardware

Considerations

GPU servers concentrated in Helsinki, Finland — limited multi-region GPU presence despite a 15-data-center platform footprint
Smaller GPU selection than major hyperscalers and dedicated GPU clouds

Compute Services

Compute Cheap

UpCloud

GPU Servers

On-demand and spot NVIDIA L4, L40S, H100, and B200 GPU instances with dedicated hardware and AMD EPYC processors

Private Cloud GPUs

Dedicated private cloud infrastructure with NVIDIA L4, L40S, and H200 NVL GPUs

Pricing Options

Compute Cheap

UpCloud

On-Demand GPU Servers

Hourly billing for L4, L40S, H100, and B200 GPU instances with no upfront commitment — pay only for active compute time

Spot GPU Servers

Discounted spot pricing for GPU Servers, offering lower hourly rates for interruptible workloads

Private Cloud GPUs

Fixed monthly pricing for dedicated private cloud GPU infrastructure with L4, L40S, and H200 NVL

Getting Started

Compute Cheap

Get Started

1
Explore GPU options
Visit the pricing page to review available GPU types and configurations.
2
Select compute type
Choose between spot or on-demand GPU resources.
3
Request access
Fill out the request form to initiate use of resources.
4
Set up workflow
Integrate your applications with the Compute Cheap platform.
5
Launch workloads
Start your GPU compute tasks based on selected resources.

UpCloud

Get Started

1
Create an UpCloud account
Sign up at upcloud.com and complete account verification; a 30-day free trial with starting credits is available
2
Select a GPU server plan
Choose from NVIDIA L4, L40S, H100, or B200 GPU configurations with varying vCPU and RAM options
3
Deploy with AI/ML template
Use pre-configured GPU Ubuntu templates to get started quickly with CUDA and ML frameworks
4
Attach storage
Add block storage devices (1 GB–4 TB each) from any storage tier for your operating system and data

Support & Global Availability

Compute Cheap

UpCloud

Global Regions

15 data centers across 12 countries spanning Northern Europe, Central Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific; GPU Servers are concentrated in Helsinki, Finland (Telia Helsinki Data Center)

Support

In-house technical support available 24/7 via live chat and email, plus documentation, tutorials, an API reference at developers.upcloud.com, and a public status page