The Truth About GPU Rentals: Wait It Out or Stay on Pearl?

In this video, I break down my current strategy for running AI rentals and mining, looking at why I finally moved my RTX 5070 over to Salad while leaving my two RTX 5060 Ti cards on Pearl. After two years of tracking Salad, the trend has unfortunately been heading in one direction: lower payouts and tougher competition. However, my 5070 just pulled off a massive win by finally landing a unicorn job, one that pays full price while pulling almost zero power. We'll also look at the wider landscape using the Salad earnings monitor to see how various GPUs are holding up. Later in the video, we dive into current hardware costs and why dropping $4,500 on an RTX 5090 (more than double MSRP) makes zero sense to me right now. On the flip side, I share why I'm completely fine picking up 5070 and 5060 Ti cards around MSRP, even if landing steady jobs on Salad for these tiers takes a bit more patience. To wrap things up, we look ahead at the future RTX 50-Series Super roadmap, breaking down the rumored memory specs and expected release windows stretching into late 2026 and early 2027. 🕒 Chapters 0:00 - Welcome to the Channel 0:22 - My Two Year History with Salad AI & Why It Has Been Declining 2:28 - Current Salad Earnings & GPU Strategy 5:26 - Potential Salad AI Earnings Breakdown by GPU 9:15 - 50 Series Super Specs & Release Dates 10:55 - Final Thoughts & Community Comments 💬 Let’s talk specs: What does your GPU rig look like right now, and who are you using for AI rentals or mining? Drop your setup in the comments below! DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this video is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for personalized advice based on your specific situation. Cryptocurrency investments are volatile and carry inherent risks. Do your own research. #gpumining #pearlmining #saladai