Specifications Compared
| Spec | A10 | Quadro RTX 8000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 260W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 48 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 9,216 | 4,608 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Turing |
| FP16 (dense) | 125 TFLOPS | 130.5 TFLOPS |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| INT8 (dense) | 250 TOPS | Not published |
| Interconnect | PCIe 4.0 | NVLink, PCIe 3.0 |
| Tensor Cores | 288 | 576 |
| FP32 Performance | 31.2 TFLOPS | 16.3 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 600 GB/s | 672 GB/s |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | 250 TFLOPS | Not published |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | 500 TOPS | Not published |
Performance Analysis
The FP16 dense figure of 125 TFLOPS on the A10 sits slightly below the 130.5 TFLOPS dense FP16 on the Quadro RTX 8000. This small gap means inference workloads that stay within FP16 dense precision see comparable throughput between the two. The A10 FP32 number of 31.2 TFLOPS exceeds the 16.3 TFLOPS on the Quadro RTX 8000 by a factor of nearly two. Training steps that rely on FP32 therefore complete faster on the A10. Memory bandwidth of 600 GB/s on the A10 versus 672 GB/s on the Quadro RTX 8000 affects maximum batch size in memory-bound operations. The 48 GB VRAM on the Quadro RTX 8000 allows larger batches than the 24 GB on the A10 when model size exceeds 24 GB. Sparse FP16 on the A10 reaches 250 TFLOPS while the Quadro RTX 8000 lists no sparse FP16 figure.
Current On-Demand Offers
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A10
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LeaderGPU | The Netherlands | 10 | $0.37 | $3.71 | Deploy |
| Lambda Labs | us-east-1 | 1 | $1.29 | — | Deploy |
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Quadro RTX 8000
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When to Choose the A10
The A10 suits workloads that prioritize FP32 throughput and power efficiency. Its 31.2 TFLOPS FP32 and 150W TDP make it preferable for sustained scientific computing tasks that run continuously. The A10 also fits inference pipelines that stay under 24 GB VRAM and benefit from PCIe 4.0 interconnect.
When to Choose the Quadro RTX 8000
The Quadro RTX 8000 fits scenarios that require 48 GB VRAM for large models. Its 672 GB/s bandwidth supports bigger batch sizes during fine-tuning when memory capacity becomes the limit. NVLink support on the Quadro RTX 8000 enables multi-GPU scaling for training jobs that exceed single-card memory.
Use Cases
The Quadro RTX 8000 supplies 48 GB VRAM which accommodates larger models during training compared to the 24 GB on the A10.
The A10 provides 31.2 TFLOPS FP32 and 150W TDP which improve efficiency for inference workloads that fit within 24 GB.
The Quadro RTX 8000 48 GB VRAM and 672 GB/s bandwidth allow larger batch sizes than the A10 during fine-tuning.
Both GPUs deliver dense FP16 performance above 125 TFLOPS and support PCIe form factors for image generation tasks.
The A10 31.2 TFLOPS FP32 exceeds the 16.3 TFLOPS FP32 on the Quadro RTX 8000 while drawing only 150W.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FP32 performance difference between A10 and Quadro RTX 8000?▾
The A10 lists 31.2 TFLOPS FP32 while the Quadro RTX 8000 lists 16.3 TFLOPS FP32. This difference favors the A10 for workloads that depend on single-precision arithmetic.
Which GPU has lower power consumption?▾
The A10 operates at 150W TDP while the Quadro RTX 8000 operates at 260W TDP. Lower TDP on the A10 reduces cooling and power infrastructure requirements.
Does the Quadro RTX 8000 support NVLink?▾
The Quadro RTX 8000 includes NVLink interconnect in addition to PCIe 3.0. The A10 uses only PCIe 4.0 without NVLink.
What is the memory bandwidth of each card?▾
The A10 reaches 600 GB/s while the Quadro RTX 8000 reaches 672 GB/s. Higher bandwidth on the Quadro RTX 8000 can improve data movement in bandwidth-limited kernels.
Are INT8 figures published for the Quadro RTX 8000?▾
No INT8 figures appear in the published specifications for the Quadro RTX 8000. The A10 lists 250 TOPS dense INT8 and 500 TOPS with sparsity.
Which is cheaper to rent, the A10 or the Quadro RTX 8000?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the A10 and Quadro RTX 8000 vary by provider, configuration, and availability. This page shows live pricing from 25+ providers updated every 60 seconds. Scroll to the Live Cloud Pricing section to compare current rates.
How much VRAM does the A10 have compared to the Quadro RTX 8000?▾
The A10 has 24 GB of GDDR6 memory. The Quadro RTX 8000 has 48 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find A10 and Quadro RTX 8000 GPUs available to rent right now?▾
Yes. This page shows real-time availability across 25+ cloud GPU providers. The Live Cloud Pricing section displays only in-stock offers with current pricing.
What is the main difference between the A10 and the Quadro RTX 8000?▾
The A10 uses the Ampere architecture (2021) while the Quadro RTX 8000 uses Turing (2018). Both deliver the same dense FP16 throughput (130.5 TFLOPS without sparsity), and the Quadro RTX 8000 has 1.1x the memory bandwidth of the A10.
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