Specifications Compared
| Spec | Quadro RTX 4000 | RTX 4080 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 125W | 320W |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 2,304 | 9,728 |
| FP8 (dense) | Not published | 194.9 TFLOPS |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Architecture | Turing | Ada Lovelace |
| FP16 (dense) | 57 TFLOPS | 97.5 TFLOPS |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| INT8 (dense) | Not published | 389.9 TOPS |
| Interconnect | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | 288 | 304 |
| FP32 Performance | 7.1 TFLOPS | 48.7 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 416 GB/s | 717 GB/s |
| FP8 (with sparsity) | Not published | 389.8 TFLOPS |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | Not published | 195 TFLOPS |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | Not published | 779.8 TOPS |
Performance Analysis
The FP16 dense rating of 57 TFLOPS on the Quadro RTX 4000 stands against 97.5 TFLOPS dense on the RTX 4080. This gap implies the RTX 4080 completes matrix operations in training and inference at a higher rate when both figures remain in dense mode. The FP32 value of 48.7 TFLOPS on the RTX 4080 versus 7.1 TFLOPS on the Quadro RTX 4000 further widens the advantage for general purpose calculations. Memory bandwidth of 717 GB/s on the RTX 4080 exceeds 416 GB/s on the Quadro RTX 4000 and therefore supports larger batch sizes during model execution. The 16 GB VRAM capacity on the RTX 4080 doubles the 8 GB on the Quadro RTX 4000 and permits handling of bigger datasets without swapping. All tensor comparisons stay within dense figures to maintain consistency across the two GPUs.
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 4080
RTX 4080 is not offered on-demand by any provider we track right now. See the RTX 4080 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 deployments that prioritize the 125W TDP limit and PCIe 3.0 interconnect. Workloads that fit within 8 GB GDDR6 and require only 57 TFLOPS FP16 dense benefit from this card in constrained power environments. The 7.1 TFLOPS FP32 rating remains adequate for lighter scientific computing tasks that do not demand higher throughput.
When to Choose the RTX 4080
The RTX 4080 fits scenarios that need the 48.7 TFLOPS FP32 rating and 16 GB GDDR6X capacity. The 320W TDP accompanies these gains in settings where power delivery supports the additional draw.
Use Cases
The 48.7 TFLOPS FP32 and 16 GB VRAM on the RTX 4080 support larger model training runs than the 7.1 TFLOPS FP32 and 8 GB on the Quadro RTX 4000.
The 97.5 TFLOPS dense FP16 rating and 717 GB/s bandwidth on the RTX 4080 enable faster inference throughput compared with 57 TFLOPS dense FP16 and 416 GB/s on the Quadro RTX 4000.
The doubled VRAM capacity of 16 GB on the RTX 4080 accommodates fine-tuning workloads that exceed the 8 GB limit of the Quadro RTX 4000.
The 97.5 TFLOPS dense FP16 and 16 GB GDDR6X on the RTX 4080 handle image generation batches more effectively than the 57 TFLOPS dense FP16 and 8 GB on the Quadro RTX 4000.
The 7.1 TFLOPS FP32 on the Quadro RTX 4000 at 125W TDP serves modest workloads while the 48.7 TFLOPS FP32 on the RTX 4080 addresses larger simulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does FP32 performance differ between the Quadro RTX 4000 and RTX 4080?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 delivers 7.1 TFLOPS FP32. The RTX 4080 delivers 48.7 TFLOPS FP32.
Which GPU offers higher memory bandwidth?▾
The RTX 4080 provides 717 GB/s memory bandwidth. The Quadro RTX 4000 provides 416 GB/s memory bandwidth.
What are the TDP ratings for these cards?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 lists a 125W TDP. The RTX 4080 lists a 320W TDP.
How do the FP16 dense figures compare?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 reaches 57 TFLOPS FP16 dense. The RTX 4080 reaches 97.5 TFLOPS FP16 dense.
What interconnect versions do the GPUs use?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 uses PCIe 3.0. The RTX 4080 uses PCIe 4.0.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro RTX 4000 or the RTX 4080?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro RTX 4000 and RTX 4080 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 4080?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 4080 has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory.
Can I find Quadro RTX 4000 and RTX 4080 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 4080?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 uses the Turing architecture (2018) while the RTX 4080 uses Ada Lovelace (2022). The RTX 4080 delivers 1.7x the dense FP16 throughput (97.5 vs 57 TFLOPS, both without sparsity) and 1.7x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro RTX 4000.
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- Specifications come from the NVIDIA, AMD and Intel datasheets for the Quadro RTX 4000 and the RTX 4080. Dense and sparse throughput are listed separately.
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