Specifications Compared
| Spec | Quadro P6000 | RTX 4090 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 450W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 24 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 3,840 | 16,384 |
| FP8 (dense) | Not published | 330.3 TFLOPS |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR6X |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ada Lovelace |
| FP16 (dense) | Not published | 165.2 TFLOPS |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| INT8 (dense) | Not published | 660.6 TOPS |
| Interconnect | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | Not published | 512 |
| FP32 Performance | 12.6 TFLOPS | 82.6 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | Not published | 1.3 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 432 GB/s | 1,008 GB/s |
| FP8 (with sparsity) | Not published | 660.6 TFLOPS |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | Not published | 330.4 TFLOPS |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | Not published | 1,321.2 TOPS |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 4090 FP32 performance of 82.6 TFLOPS exceeds the Quadro P6000 figure of 12.6 TFLOPS by more than six times and this gap directly shortens training and inference runtimes for compatible workloads. Memory bandwidth of 1008 GB/s on the RTX 4090 versus 432 GB/s on the Quadro P6000 permits larger batch sizes before memory saturation occurs. The RTX 4090 dense FP16 performance reaches 165.2 TFLOPS while the Quadro P6000 figure remains unpublished so direct dense FP16 comparison relies on the available FP32 ratio instead.
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Quadro P6000
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paperspace | ams1 | 1 | $1.10 | — | Deploy |
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When to Choose the Quadro P6000
The Quadro P6000 suits environments that prioritize the 250W TDP limit over raw speed. Workloads already validated on Pascal architecture and PCIe 3.0 interconnect benefit from retaining the 12.6 TFLOPS FP32 performance without requiring power or cooling upgrades.
When to Choose the RTX 4090
The RTX 4090 fits scenarios that need the 82.6 TFLOPS FP32 or the 165.2 TFLOPS dense FP16 to accelerate computation. Applications that scale with 1008 GB/s bandwidth can process larger batches than the 432 GB/s limit allows on the older card.
Use Cases
The RTX 4090 supplies 82.6 TFLOPS FP32 and 1008 GB/s bandwidth that exceed the Quadro P6000 values of 12.6 TFLOPS and 432 GB/s.
Dense FP16 performance of 165.2 TFLOPS on the RTX 4090 supports faster inference than the unpublished FP16 rating of the Quadro P6000.
The 1008 GB/s bandwidth and 82.6 TFLOPS FP32 on the RTX 4090 enable larger batch sizes than the 432 GB/s and 12.6 TFLOPS on the Quadro P6000.
The RTX 4090 dense FP16 rating of 165.2 TFLOPS accelerates diffusion steps beyond the capabilities tied to the Quadro P6000 12.6 TFLOPS FP32.
The Quadro P6000 250W TDP may suit power constrained nodes while the RTX 4090 82.6 TFLOPS FP32 suits performance critical nodes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FP32 performance difference between these GPUs?▾
The RTX 4090 reaches 82.6 TFLOPS FP32 while the Quadro P6000 reaches 12.6 TFLOPS FP32. This produces a ratio greater than six times in favor of the newer card.
How does memory bandwidth compare for batch processing?▾
The RTX 4090 provides 1008 GB/s bandwidth against 432 GB/s on the Quadro P6000. The higher figure supports larger batches before memory limits are reached.
Which GPU has the lower power draw?▾
The Quadro P6000 lists a 250W TDP while the RTX 4090 lists a 450W TDP. The older card therefore draws less power under the published specifications.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro P6000 or the RTX 4090?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro P6000 and RTX 4090 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 P6000 have compared to the RTX 4090?▾
The Quadro P6000 has 24 GB of GDDR5X memory. The RTX 4090 has 24 GB of GDDR6X memory.
Can I find Quadro P6000 and RTX 4090 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 P6000 and the RTX 4090?▾
The Quadro P6000 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the RTX 4090 uses Ada Lovelace (2022). The Quadro P6000 has 24 GB of GDDR5X at 432 GB/s; the RTX 4090 has 24 GB of GDDR6X at 1,008 GB/s, so the RTX 4090 has 2.3x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro P6000.
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