Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX 6000 Ada | RTX A2000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 70W |
| VRAM | 48 GB | 6-12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 18,176 | 3,328 |
| FP8 (dense) | 728.5 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ampere |
| FP16 (dense) | 364 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| INT8 (dense) | 728.5 TOPS | Not published |
| Interconnect | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | 568 | 104 |
| FP32 Performance | 91.1 TFLOPS | 8 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 960 GB/s | 288 GB/s |
| FP8 (with sparsity) | 1,457 TFLOPS | Not published |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | 728 TFLOPS | 63.9 TFLOPS |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | 1,457 TOPS | Not published |
Performance Analysis
The FP16 performance with sparsity on the RTX 6000 Ada reaches 728 TFLOPS while the RTX A2000 achieves 63.9 TFLOPS with sparsity. This ratio indicates the RTX 6000 Ada delivers over 11 times the sparse FP16 throughput of the RTX A2000. FP32 throughput measures 91.1 TFLOPS on the RTX 6000 Ada against 8 TFLOPS on the RTX A2000. Such deltas allow larger batch sizes during training and inference when memory bandwidth supports the 960 GB per second on the RTX 6000 Ada versus 288 GB per second on the RTX A2000. Memory capacity of 48 GB on the RTX 6000 Ada compared to 12 GB maximum on the RTX A2000 affects the ability to handle extensive datasets without partitioning. The dense FP16 figure of 364 TFLOPS on the RTX 6000 Ada has no direct counterpart published for the RTX A2000. Power efficiency considerations arise from the 300 W TDP versus the 70 W TDP in sustained operations.
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RTX 6000 Ada
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QuantaCloud | us-midwest-2 | 4 | $0.78 | $3.11 | Deploy |
| Massed Compute | us-central-2 | 4 | $0.79 | $3.16 | Deploy |
| LeaderGPU | The Netherlands | 8 | $0.91 | $7.29 | Deploy |
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RTX A2000
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When to Choose the RTX 6000 Ada
The RTX 6000 Ada suits scenarios that demand 48 GB of VRAM and 91.1 TFLOPS of FP32 performance. Workloads involving large models benefit from the 960 GB per second memory bandwidth and the 728 TFLOPS FP16 with sparsity.
When to Choose the RTX A2000
The RTX A2000 fits environments where 70 W TDP and compact form factor take priority over raw performance. Tasks that fit within 12 GB VRAM and require only 8 TFLOPS FP32 can operate efficiently on this GPU.
Use Cases
The RTX 6000 Ada provides 48 GB VRAM and 364 TFLOPS dense FP16 compared to the limited 12 GB and 63.9 TFLOPS sparse FP16 on the RTX A2000.
The RTX 6000 Ada delivers 728 TFLOPS FP16 with sparsity and 960 GB per second bandwidth versus 63.9 TFLOPS and 288 GB per second on the RTX A2000.
The RTX 6000 Ada supports larger models with 48 GB VRAM and 91.1 TFLOPS FP32 while the RTX A2000 caps at 12 GB and 8 TFLOPS FP32.
The RTX 6000 Ada offers 728.5 TFLOPS FP8 dense and 48 GB capacity against no published FP8 and 12 GB maximum on the RTX A2000.
The RTX A2000 meets needs at 70 W TDP with 8 TFLOPS FP32 when workloads fit in 12 GB while the RTX 6000 Ada handles larger scales at 300 W TDP.
Frequently Asked Questions
What FP32 performance separates the RTX 6000 Ada from the RTX A2000?▾
The RTX 6000 Ada lists 91.1 TFLOPS FP32. The RTX A2000 lists 8 TFLOPS FP32. The ratio exceeds 11 times in favor of the RTX 6000 Ada.
Which GPU provides higher memory bandwidth for data movement?▾
The RTX 6000 Ada reaches 960 GB per second. The RTX A2000 reaches 288 GB per second. Higher bandwidth supports larger batch sizes on the RTX 6000 Ada.
How do the TDP ratings compare for power planning?▾
The RTX 6000 Ada carries a 300 W TDP. The RTX A2000 carries a 70 W TDP. Systems must account for the fourfold increase when selecting the RTX 6000 Ada.
What sparse FP16 throughput does each GPU deliver?▾
The RTX 6000 Ada reaches 728 TFLOPS FP16 with sparsity. The RTX A2000 reaches 63.9 TFLOPS FP16 with sparsity. The figures allow direct comparison of accelerated tensor operations.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 6000 Ada or the RTX A2000?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 6000 Ada and RTX A2000 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 RTX 6000 Ada have compared to the RTX A2000?▾
The RTX 6000 Ada has 48 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX A2000 has 6 to 12 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find RTX 6000 Ada and RTX A2000 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 RTX 6000 Ada and the RTX A2000?▾
The RTX 6000 Ada uses the Ada Lovelace architecture (2022) while the RTX A2000 uses Ampere (2021). The RTX 6000 Ada has 48 GB of GDDR6 at 960 GB/s; the RTX A2000 has 6-12 GB of GDDR6 at 288 GB/s, so the RTX 6000 Ada has 3.3x the memory bandwidth of the RTX A2000.
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