Overview of RunPod
RunPod is a cloud platform designed for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) workloads. It provides a scalable and cost-effective infrastructure for training, fine-tuning, and deploying AI models.
Key Features
GPU Cloud
- Globally distributed GPU cloud for AI workloads
- Supports various GPU models, including NVIDIA H100, A100, and AMD MI300X
- Offers secure and compliant infrastructure with enterprise-grade GPUs
Serverless
- Autoscaling GPU workers with sub 250ms cold start time
- Supports job queueing and real-time usage analytics
- Cost-effective, with pricing starting from $0.05/GB/month for network storage
Pods
- Offers a range of pod configurations with varying vCPU, RAM, and disk sizes
- Supports PyTorch, Tensorflow, and other preconfigured environments
- Allows custom container deployment and configuration
Security and Compliance
- Obtained SOC2 Type 1 Certification as of February 2025
- Data center partners maintain leading compliance standards (HIPAA, SOC2, ISO 27001)
- Enterprise-grade security for AI models and data
Pricing
- Pricing starts from $1.19/hr for Community Cloud and $1.99/hr for Secure Cloud
- Discounts available for long-term commitments and bulk orders
Support and Resources
- Offers a range of resources, including docs, status page, FAQ, and blog
- Provides a CLI tool for easy deployment and management
- Supports contact and referral programs for partners and customers