Specifications Compared
| Spec | Quadro RTX 4000 | RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 125W | 170W |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 8-12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 2,304 | 3,584 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| FP16 (dense) | 57 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | 288 | 112 |
| FP32 Performance | 7.1 TFLOPS | 12.7 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 416 GB/s | 360 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The Quadro RTX 4000 dense FP16 figure of 57 TFLOPS stands eight times above its own 7.1 TFLOPS FP32 rating and supports mixed precision operations where the RTX 3060 supplies no published dense FP16 value. The RTX 3060 12.7 TFLOPS FP32 rating exceeds the Quadro RTX 4000 FP32 rating by a factor of 1.79 and favors workloads that remain in single precision. The Quadro RTX 4000 416 GB/s memory bandwidth exceeds the RTX 3060 360 GB/s bandwidth by 15 percent and permits modestly larger batch sizes in memory bound kernels despite the shared 8 GB VRAM floor on both cards.
Current On-Demand Offers
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Quadro RTX 4000
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paperspace | ams1 | 1 | $0.56 | — | Deploy |
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RTX 3060
RTX 3060 is not offered on-demand by any provider we track right now. See the RTX 3060 rental page for last-seen listed prices and a price alert.
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When to Choose the Quadro RTX 4000
The Quadro RTX 4000 suits environments that require the 57 TFLOPS dense FP16 rating and the 125W TDP limit. Its 416 GB/s bandwidth further supports sustained throughput in bandwidth sensitive scientific kernels that fit within the 8 GB VRAM capacity.
When to Choose the RTX 3060
The RTX 3060 suits environments that require the 12.7 TFLOPS FP32 rating and the PCIe 4.0 interconnect. Its 8-12 GB VRAM range also accommodates models that exceed the 8 GB limit of the Quadro RTX 4000.
Use Cases
The Quadro RTX 4000 supplies 57 TFLOPS dense FP16 that accelerates mixed precision training within the 8 GB VRAM capacity.
The RTX 3060 supplies 12.7 TFLOPS FP32 that supports higher throughput inference when dense FP16 figures remain unavailable.
The Quadro RTX 4000 416 GB/s bandwidth and 57 TFLOPS dense FP16 rating allow efficient fine tuning steps inside the 125W power envelope.
The RTX 3060 12.7 TFLOPS FP32 rating and 8-12 GB VRAM range accommodate diffusion workloads that benefit from higher single precision throughput.
The Quadro RTX 4000 416 GB/s bandwidth exceeds the RTX 3060 bandwidth and pairs with the 125W TDP for sustained scientific kernels.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FP32 performance difference between the Quadro RTX 4000 and RTX 3060?▾
The RTX 3060 lists 12.7 TFLOPS FP32 while the Quadro RTX 4000 lists 7.1 TFLOPS FP32. This produces a 1.79 times advantage for the RTX 3060 in single precision workloads.
How does memory bandwidth compare on the Quadro RTX 4000 versus the RTX 3060?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 provides 416 GB/s bandwidth while the RTX 3060 provides 360 GB/s bandwidth. The difference equals 15 percent higher bandwidth on the Quadro RTX 4000.
Which GPU uses less power between the Quadro RTX 4000 and RTX 3060?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 carries a 125W TDP while the RTX 3060 carries a 170W TDP. The Quadro RTX 4000 therefore operates at a lower power draw by 45W.
Does the Quadro RTX 4000 support dense FP16 compute?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 lists 57 TFLOPS dense FP16. The RTX 3060 lists no published dense FP16 value for direct comparison.
What interconnect generations appear on each card?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 uses PCIe 3.0 while the RTX 3060 uses PCIe 4.0. The newer interconnect on the RTX 3060 supports higher theoretical transfer rates.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro RTX 4000 or the RTX 3060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro RTX 4000 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 RTX 4000 have compared to the RTX 3060?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 3060 has 8 to 12 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find Quadro RTX 4000 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 RTX 4000 and the RTX 3060?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 uses the Turing architecture (2018) while the RTX 3060 uses Ampere (2021). The Quadro RTX 4000 has 8 GB of GDDR6 at 416 GB/s; the RTX 3060 has 8-12 GB of GDDR6 at 360 GB/s, so the Quadro RTX 4000 has 1.2x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 3060.
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