Specifications Compared
| Spec | GTX 1080 | Quadro P5000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 180W | 180W |
| VRAM | 8-11 GB | 16 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 2,560 | 2,560 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR5X |
| Architecture | Pascal | Pascal |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| FP32 Performance | 8.9 TFLOPS | 8.9 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 320 GB/s | 288 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The shared 8.9 TFLOPS FP32 dense rating indicates equivalent computational capacity for dense matrix operations in training and inference tasks. Absence of published FP16 figures prevents direct comparison of lower precision performance so analysis remains limited to the 8.9 TFLOPS FP32 dense value for both. Memory bandwidth differences mean the GTX 1080 at 320 GB/s supports faster data transfers than the Quadro P5000 at 288 GB/s which can influence achievable batch sizes in bandwidth constrained scenarios despite the Quadro P5000 advantage in total VRAM capacity of 16 GB over the GTX 1080 range of 8-11 GB.
Current On-Demand Offers
Cheapest secure on-demand offer per provider that is reported in stock right now, per GPU per hour; multi-GPU instances show the whole-instance price alongside. Deploy opens the DeployGPU console for providers on the platform, otherwise the provider's own site. Stock is rechecked every minute.
GTX 1080
1 provider in stock, 2 offers (cheapest per provider shown). All GTX 1080 offers, price history and alerts
Quadro P5000
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paperspace | ca1 | 2 | $0.78 | $1.56 | Deploy |
1 provider in stock, 6 offers (cheapest per provider shown). All Quadro P5000 offers, price history and alerts
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When to Choose the GTX 1080
The GTX 1080 suits scenarios where memory bandwidth of 320 GB/s provides measurable gains over 288 GB/s for data movement heavy workloads. Its configuration aligns with applications that operate effectively within 8-11 GB VRAM limits while benefiting from the higher bandwidth figure during dense FP32 operations at 8.9 TFLOPS.
When to Choose the Quadro P5000
The Quadro P5000 fits use cases requiring 16 GB VRAM capacity for larger datasets or models that exceed the 8-11 GB range of the GTX 1080. This memory volume supports sustained operation in memory intensive dense FP32 workloads rated at 8.9 TFLOPS even with bandwidth at 288 GB/s.
Use Cases
The 16 GB VRAM capacity accommodates larger models compared to the 8-11 GB range while both deliver 8.9 TFLOPS FP32 dense.
Greater memory volume of 16 GB enables larger batch handling than the GTX 1080 8-11 GB specification at identical 8.9 TFLOPS FP32 dense.
The Quadro P5000 16 GB VRAM supports extended fine-tuning sessions beyond the GTX 1080 8-11 GB limit with matching 8.9 TFLOPS FP32 dense output.
Both GPUs provide 8.9 TFLOPS FP32 dense performance and the bandwidth difference between 320 GB/s and 288 GB/s yields comparable results within VRAM constraints.
The GTX 1080 bandwidth of 320 GB/s exceeds 288 GB/s which benefits data intensive scientific tasks at the shared 8.9 TFLOPS FP32 dense rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do GTX 1080 and Quadro P5000 have the same FP32 performance?▾
Yes both deliver 8.9 TFLOPS FP32 dense. No FP16 figures are published by the vendor for either card.
Are the power requirements identical?▾
Both the GTX 1080 and Quadro P5000 list 180W TDP. They share PCIe form factors and lack published figures for FP16 FP8 or INT8.
Which is cheaper to rent, the GTX 1080 or the Quadro P5000?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the GTX 1080 and Quadro P5000 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 GTX 1080 have compared to the Quadro P5000?▾
The GTX 1080 has 8 to 11 GB of GDDR5X memory. The Quadro P5000 has 16 GB of GDDR5X memory.
Can I find GTX 1080 and Quadro P5000 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 GTX 1080 and the Quadro P5000?▾
The GTX 1080 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the Quadro P5000 uses Pascal (2016). The GTX 1080 has 8-11 GB of GDDR5X at 320 GB/s; the Quadro P5000 has 16 GB of GDDR5X at 288 GB/s, so the GTX 1080 has 1.1x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro P5000.
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How this page is made
- Specifications come from the NVIDIA, AMD and Intel datasheets for the GTX 1080 and the Quadro P5000. Dense and sparse throughput are listed separately.
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- The written comparison (overview, performance notes, when to choose each card, verdict, use cases and FAQ) was drafted with an AI model from the specification table above and passed an automated check that rejects any figure not in that table. It was last generated on . It contains no prices; those are always read live.
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