Specifications Compared
| Spec | Quadro RTX 5000 | RTX A5000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 230W | 230W |
| VRAM | 16 GB | 24 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 3,072 | 8,192 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| FP16 (dense) | 89.2 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| INT8 (dense) | 178.4 TOPS | Not published |
| Interconnect | NVLink, PCIe 3.0 | NVLink, PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | 384 | 256 |
| FP32 Performance | 11.2 TFLOPS | 27.8 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 768 GB/s |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | Not published | 222.2 TFLOPS |
Performance Analysis
The Quadro RTX 5000 lists dense FP16 performance at 89.2 TFLOPS and dense INT8 performance at 178.4 TOPS. The RTX A5000 lists FP16 performance with sparsity at 222.2 TFLOPS. Direct ratio calculations remain invalid across dense and sparsity categories so each figure requires separate labeling. The FP32 rating reaches 11.2 TFLOPS on the Quadro RTX 5000 and 27.8 TFLOPS on the RTX A5000. Memory bandwidth of 768 GB/s on the RTX A5000 exceeds 448 GB/s on the Quadro RTX 5000 and this difference permits larger batch sizes during model processing. Both GPUs maintain identical 230W TDP values.
Current On-Demand Offers
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Quadro RTX 5000
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paperspace | ny2 | 1 | $0.82 | — | Deploy |
1 provider in stock, 2 offers (cheapest per provider shown). All Quadro RTX 5000 offers, price history and alerts
RTX A5000
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paperspace | ams1 | 1 | $1.38 | — | Deploy |
1 provider in stock, 6 offers (cheapest per provider shown). All RTX A5000 offers, price history and alerts
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When to Choose the Quadro RTX 5000
The Quadro RTX 5000 suits scenarios that require published dense INT8 throughput of 178.4 TOPS. Systems limited to PCIe 3.0 interconnect also align with this GPU. Workloads that fit within 16 GB VRAM avoid the need for additional capacity offered elsewhere.
When to Choose the RTX A5000
The RTX A5000 fits scenarios that require 24 GB VRAM and 768 GB/s memory bandwidth. Higher FP32 performance of 27.8 TFLOPS supports compute intensive tasks. Newer PCIe 4.0 interconnect provides compatibility with recent server platforms.
Use Cases
The RTX A5000 supplies 24 GB VRAM and 768 GB/s bandwidth which exceed the 16 GB and 448 GB/s on the Quadro RTX 5000.
The RTX A5000 delivers FP32 performance of 27.8 TFLOPS along with 24 GB VRAM compared to 11.2 TFLOPS and 16 GB on the Quadro RTX 5000.
The RTX A5000 offers 24 GB VRAM versus 16 GB and memory bandwidth of 768 GB/s versus 448 GB/s on the Quadro RTX 5000.
The RTX A5000 provides 24 GB VRAM and 768 GB/s bandwidth which support larger image batches than 16 GB and 448 GB/s on the Quadro RTX 5000.
The RTX A5000 achieves FP32 performance of 27.8 TFLOPS compared to 11.2 TFLOPS on the Quadro RTX 5000.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does FP32 performance differ between these GPUs?▾
The Quadro RTX 5000 achieves 11.2 TFLOPS in FP32. The RTX A5000 achieves 27.8 TFLOPS in FP32.
What memory bandwidth is listed for the RTX A5000?▾
The RTX A5000 lists 768 GB/s memory bandwidth. The Quadro RTX 5000 lists 448 GB/s memory bandwidth.
Does the Quadro RTX 5000 publish a dense FP16 figure?▾
The Quadro RTX 5000 publishes dense FP16 at 89.2 TFLOPS. The RTX A5000 publishes FP16 with sparsity at 222.2 TFLOPS.
What interconnect options exist on both GPUs?▾
Both the Quadro RTX 5000 and RTX A5000 support NVLink. The Quadro RTX 5000 uses PCIe 3.0 while the RTX A5000 uses PCIe 4.0.
What is the TDP for each GPU?▾
Both the Quadro RTX 5000 and RTX A5000 list a TDP of 230W.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro RTX 5000 or the RTX A5000?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro RTX 5000 and RTX A5000 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 5000 have compared to the RTX A5000?▾
The Quadro RTX 5000 has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX A5000 has 24 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find Quadro RTX 5000 and RTX A5000 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 5000 and the RTX A5000?▾
The Quadro RTX 5000 uses the Turing architecture (2018) while the RTX A5000 uses Ampere (2021). The Quadro RTX 5000 has 16 GB of GDDR6 at 448 GB/s; the RTX A5000 has 24 GB of GDDR6 at 768 GB/s, so the RTX A5000 has 1.7x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro RTX 5000.
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How this page is made
- Specifications come from the NVIDIA, AMD and Intel datasheets for the Quadro RTX 5000 and the RTX A5000. Dense and sparse throughput are listed separately.
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- The written comparison (overview, performance notes, when to choose each card, verdict, use cases and FAQ) was drafted with an AI model from the specification table above and passed an automated check that rejects any figure not in that table. It was last generated on . It contains no prices; those are always read live.
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