Specifications Compared
| Spec | Quadro P4000 | RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 105W | 170W |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 8-12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 1,792 | 3,584 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | Not published | 112 |
| FP32 Performance | 5.3 TFLOPS | 12.7 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 243 GB/s | 360 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The dense FP32 performance difference between 5.3 TFLOPS and 12.7 TFLOPS indicates that the RTX 3060 can handle more parallel computations in tasks such as matrix operations. This translates to faster processing times for workloads that rely on single precision floating point calculations. Memory bandwidth of 243 GB/s on the Quadro P4000 compared to 360 GB/s on the RTX 3060 limits the size of data transfers per second and thereby constrains maximum batch sizes in memory intensive applications. Applications that depend on high throughput will see benefits from the higher dense FP32 rating of the RTX 3060. The increased bandwidth supports larger batches without exceeding memory limits as frequently as with the lower 243 GB/s figure. Power consumption at 170W for the RTX 3060 versus 105W for the Quadro P4000 represents a trade off in efficiency for the performance gain.
Current On-Demand Offers
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Quadro P4000
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paperspace | ams1 | 1 | $0.51 | — | Deploy |
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RTX 3060
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When to Choose the Quadro P4000
The Quadro P4000 suits environments where power limits constrain hardware choices because its TDP measures 105W. Systems that rely on PCIe 3.0 interconnects can integrate the Quadro P4000 without requiring newer motherboard support. Workloads that fit within 8 GB GDDR5 and 243 GB/s bandwidth avoid the need for higher specifications present in the RTX 3060.
When to Choose the RTX 3060
The RTX 3060 fits scenarios that require 12.7 TFLOPS dense FP32 performance to complete computations in shorter timeframes. Newer systems with PCIe 4.0 support utilize the full interconnect capability of the RTX 3060.
Use Cases
The 12.7 TFLOPS dense FP32 rating allows larger model updates per iteration than the 5.3 TFLOPS available on the Quadro P4000.
Higher dense FP32 throughput of 12.7 TFLOPS combined with 360 GB/s bandwidth reduces latency for sequential token generation.
The 360 GB/s memory bandwidth supports larger batch sizes during gradient updates compared to 243 GB/s on the Quadro P4000.
Dense FP32 performance at 12.7 TFLOPS accelerates image generation steps beyond the 5.3 TFLOPS limit of the Quadro P4000.
The Quadro P4000 at 105W TDP fits power constrained clusters while the RTX 3060 at 12.7 TFLOPS dense FP32 suits higher throughput needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FP32 performance of each GPU?▾
The Quadro P4000 delivers 5.3 TFLOPS dense FP32 while the RTX 3060 delivers 12.7 TFLOPS dense FP32.
How does memory bandwidth differ between the Quadro P4000 and RTX 3060?▾
The Quadro P4000 provides 243 GB/s bandwidth whereas the RTX 3060 provides 360 GB/s bandwidth.
Which GPU uses less power?▾
The Quadro P4000 operates at a 105W TDP compared to the 170W TDP of the RTX 3060.
What interconnect does each card support?▾
The Quadro P4000 uses PCIe 3.0 while the RTX 3060 uses PCIe 4.0.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro P4000 or the RTX 3060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro P4000 and RTX 3060 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 Quadro P4000 have compared to the RTX 3060?▾
The Quadro P4000 has 8 GB of GDDR5 memory. The RTX 3060 has 8 to 12 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find Quadro P4000 and RTX 3060 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 Quadro P4000 and the RTX 3060?▾
The Quadro P4000 uses the Pascal architecture (2017) while the RTX 3060 uses Ampere (2021). The Quadro P4000 has 8 GB of GDDR5 at 243 GB/s; the RTX 3060 has 8-12 GB of GDDR6 at 360 GB/s, so the RTX 3060 has 1.5x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro P4000.
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