GCP vs Thunder Compute
Side-by-side cloud GPU comparison. 1 GPUs available on both. GCP starts at $0.112/hr, Thunder Compute starts at $0.490/hr.
Last updated April 19, 2026 · Data refreshed every 6 hours
GCP cheapest
$0.112/hr
Thunder Compute cheapest
$0.490/hr
GCP GPU models
16
Thunder Compute GPU models
3
GCP instances
2074
Thunder Compute instances
3
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Metric | GCP | Thunder Compute |
|---|---|---|
| Instances tracked | 2074 | 3 |
| Distinct GPU models | 16 | 3 |
| Lowest price/hr | $0.112 | $0.490 |
| Median price/hr | $1.48 | $1.49 |
| Average price/hr | $5.26 | $1.49 |
| Highest price/hr | $97.44 | $2.49 |
| Spot instances | 1044 | 0 |
| Regions | 22 | 1 |
| Shared GPU models | 1 | 1 |
Cheapest Shared GPU Models — Head to Head
| GPU Model | GCP | Thunder Compute | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| H100 | $1.29 | $2.49 | GCP |
GCP is cheaper on 1 of 1 shared GPUs.
Verdict
Pick GCP if you want a wider selection of GPU models —
they offer 16 GPU models across 22 regions starting at $0.112/hr.
Pick Thunder Compute if you want a different geographic mix —
they offer 3 GPU models across 1 regions starting at $0.490/hr.
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