Specifications Compared
| Spec | L4 | Quadro P4000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 72W | 105W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 8 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 7,424 | 1,792 |
| FP8 (dense) | 242 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Pascal |
| FP16 (dense) | 121 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| INT8 (dense) | 242 TOPS | Not published |
| Interconnect | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Tensor Cores | 232 | Not published |
| FP32 Performance | 30.3 TFLOPS | 5.3 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 0.5 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Memory Bandwidth | 300 GB/s | 243 GB/s |
| FP8 (with sparsity) | 485 TFLOPS | Not published |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | 242 TFLOPS | Not published |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | 485 TOPS | Not published |
Performance Analysis
The L4 delivers 121 TFLOPS dense FP16 compared to the Quadro P4000 where FP16 remains not published by vendor. FP32 figures show the L4 at 30.3 TFLOPS against 5.3 TFLOPS on the Quadro P4000. This FP16 dense to FP32 ratio on the L4 supports faster matrix operations in inference relative to the older card. Memory bandwidth of 300 GB/s on the L4 versus 243 GB/s on the Quadro P4000 permits larger batch sizes during training steps. The L4 also lists 242 TFLOPS dense FP8 and 485 TFLOPS with sparsity for INT8 operations while the Quadro P4000 provides no published figures in those precisions. Lower TDP of 72W on the L4 allows sustained operation in dense configurations without matching the 105W requirement of the Quadro P4000.
Current On-Demand Offers
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L4
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scaleway | Warsaw, Poland (WAW2) | 1 | $0.89 | — | Deploy |
| Ori | lille-4 | 1 | $0.93 | — | Deploy |
2 providers in stock, 2 offers. All L4 offers, price history and alerts
Quadro P4000
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paperspace | ams1 | 1 | $0.51 | — | Deploy |
1 provider in stock, 6 offers (cheapest per provider shown). All Quadro P4000 offers, price history and alerts
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When to Choose the L4
Its 300 GB/s bandwidth supports larger batch processing than the Quadro P4000 can handle with only 8 GB memory. Lower 72W TDP reduces cooling needs in dense server deployments.
When to Choose the Quadro P4000
The Quadro P4000 fits scientific computing workloads limited to FP32 at 5.3 TFLOPS where 8 GB memory suffices. Its PCIe 3.0 interface matches older host systems that lack PCIe 4.0 support required for optimal L4 performance.
Use Cases
The L4 supplies 24 GB memory and 121 TFLOPS dense FP16 that enable larger models than the Quadro P4000 8 GB limit allows.
The L4 300 GB/s bandwidth and 30.3 TFLOPS FP32 accelerate token generation beyond the Quadro P4000 5.3 TFLOPS FP32.
The L4 242 TFLOPS dense FP8 supports efficient parameter updates with 24 GB capacity unavailable on the Quadro P4000.
The L4 485 TFLOPS INT8 with sparsity processes image batches faster than the Quadro P4000 can achieve with its published specs.
Both GPUs handle FP32 workloads though the L4 30.3 TFLOPS offers higher throughput while the Quadro P4000 5.3 TFLOPS meets basic needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FP32 performance of the L4 versus the Quadro P4000?▾
The L4 reaches 30.3 TFLOPS FP32. The Quadro P4000 reaches 5.3 TFLOPS FP32. The ratio favors the L4 for compute heavy tasks.
Which GPU has higher memory bandwidth?▾
The L4 provides 300 GB/s bandwidth. The Quadro P4000 provides 243 GB/s bandwidth. Higher bandwidth on the L4 supports larger batches.
What are the TDP values for these GPUs?▾
The L4 lists 72W TDP. The Quadro P4000 lists 105W TDP. Lower power on the L4 reduces overall system requirements.
Does the Quadro P4000 publish FP16 performance?▾
The Quadro P4000 does not publish FP16 figures. The L4 publishes 121 TFLOPS dense FP16 and 242 TFLOPS with sparsity. Direct comparison remains limited to FP32.
What interconnect does each GPU use?▾
The L4 uses PCIe 4.0. The Quadro P4000 uses PCIe 3.0. The newer interface on the L4 enables faster host transfers.
Which is cheaper to rent, the L4 or the Quadro P4000?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the L4 and Quadro P4000 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 L4 have compared to the Quadro P4000?▾
The L4 has 24 GB of GDDR6 memory. The Quadro P4000 has 8 GB of GDDR5 memory.
Can I find L4 and Quadro P4000 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 L4 and the Quadro P4000?▾
The L4 uses the Ada Lovelace architecture (2023) while the Quadro P4000 uses Pascal (2017). The L4 has 24 GB of GDDR6 at 300 GB/s; the Quadro P4000 has 8 GB of GDDR5 at 243 GB/s, so the L4 has 1.2x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro P4000.
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