Specifications Compared
| Spec | Quadro RTX 4000 | RTX A4000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 125W | 140W |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 16-20 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 2,304 | 6,144 |
| 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 | 192 |
| FP32 Performance | 7.1 TFLOPS | 19.2 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 416 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | Not published | 153.4 TFLOPS |
Performance Analysis
FP16 dense performance reaches 57 TFLOPS on the Quadro RTX 4000. FP16 performance with sparsity reaches 153.4 TFLOPS on the RTX A4000. The FP32 delta of 7.1 TFLOPS versus 19.2 TFLOPS indicates the RTX A4000 processes single precision workloads at a higher rate. Memory bandwidth of 416 GB/s on the Quadro RTX 4000 versus 448 GB/s on the RTX A4000 influences achievable batch sizes during tensor operations. Training and inference tasks benefit from the higher FP32 rating and increased bandwidth on the RTX A4000 when sparsity is applicable.
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 |
1 provider in stock, 5 offers (cheapest per provider shown). All Quadro RTX 4000 offers, price history and alerts
RTX A4000
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyperstack | NORWAY-1 | 1 | $0.15 | — | Deploy |
| Paperspace | ca1 | 1 | $0.76 | — | Deploy |
2 providers in stock, 10 offers (cheapest per provider shown). All RTX A4000 offers, price history and alerts
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When to Choose the Quadro RTX 4000
The Quadro RTX 4000 suits environments constrained by a 125W TDP limit. Its 8 GB GDDR6 capacity and 416 GB/s bandwidth fit workloads that do not require the larger memory pool of newer cards. PCIe 3.0 interconnect matches systems without PCIe 4.0 support.
When to Choose the RTX A4000
The RTX A4000 fits scenarios needing 16-20 GB GDDR6 and 448 GB/s bandwidth for larger datasets. Its 19.2 TFLOPS FP32 rating and PCIe 4.0 interconnect accelerate data movement in Ampere based servers. The 140W TDP remains acceptable where power budgets allow the performance gain over 7.1 TFLOPS FP32.
Use Cases
The RTX A4000 provides 19.2 TFLOPS FP32 and 16-20 GB GDDR6 which exceed the Quadro RTX 4000 ratings of 7.1 TFLOPS FP32 and 8 GB GDDR6.
FP16 with sparsity at 153.4 TFLOPS on the RTX A4000 supports higher throughput than the 57 TFLOPS dense FP16 on the Quadro RTX 4000.
Memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s and 16-20 GB GDDR6 on the RTX A4000 allow larger batch handling compared with 416 GB/s and 8 GB on the Quadro RTX 4000.
Both GPUs handle the workload yet the RTX A4000 19.2 TFLOPS FP32 offers faster iteration than the Quadro RTX 4000 7.1 TFLOPS FP32.
The RTX A4000 FP32 rating of 19.2 TFLOPS and PCIe 4.0 interconnect surpass the Quadro RTX 4000 values of 7.1 TFLOPS FP32 and PCIe 3.0.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FP32 performance difference between Quadro RTX 4000 and RTX A4000?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 delivers 7.1 TFLOPS FP32. The RTX A4000 delivers 19.2 TFLOPS FP32.
Which GPU has higher memory bandwidth?▾
The RTX A4000 reaches 448 GB/s. The Quadro RTX 4000 reaches 416 GB/s.
What are the TDP values for each card?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 has a TDP of 125W. The RTX A4000 has a TDP of 140W.
Which interconnect does each GPU support?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 supports PCIe 3.0. The RTX A4000 supports PCIe 4.0.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro RTX 4000 or the RTX A4000?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro RTX 4000 and RTX A4000 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 A4000?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX A4000 has 16 to 20 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find Quadro RTX 4000 and RTX A4000 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 A4000?▾
The Quadro RTX 4000 uses the Turing architecture (2018) while the RTX A4000 uses Ampere (2021). The Quadro RTX 4000 has 8 GB of GDDR6 at 416 GB/s; the RTX A4000 has 16-20 GB of GDDR6 at 448 GB/s, so the RTX A4000 has 1.1x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro RTX 4000.
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