Specifications Compared
| Spec | QUADRO-P4000 | QUADRO-RTX-5000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 105W | 230W |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 1,792 | 3,072 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Turing |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | |
| FP16 Performance | 5.3 TFLOPS | 11.2 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 5.3 TFLOPS | 11.2 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 243 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The Quadro RTX 5000 outperforms the P4000 by exactly 2.1 times in FP16 and FP32 throughput at 11.2 TFLOPS versus 5.3 TFLOPS. This delta translates to faster model training cycles and inference latencies in AI pipelines: training a model requiring 5.3 TFLOPS base would complete over twice as quickly on the RTX 5000. Since both GPUs maintain equal FP16 and FP32 rates, neither favors half-precision acceleration exclusively, making them balanced for mixed-precision workflows without specialized tensor core peaks beyond listed specs.
Memory capacity doubles to 16 GB GDDR6 on the RTX 5000 from 8 GB GDDR5 on the P4000, enabling larger batch sizes in deep learning: a batch overflowing 8 GB on the P4000 fits comfortably on the RTX 5000, reducing per-iteration overhead. Bandwidth surges to 448 GB/s from 243 GB/s further accelerates memory-bound operations like data loading in inference serving or large-matrix multiplications in scientific simulations, minimizing bottlenecks in high-throughput scenarios.
Power draw rises to 230W TDP on the RTX 5000 from 105W on the P4000, demanding robust cooling in dense cloud nodes but yielding proportional gains. NVLink interconnect on the RTX 5000 supports multi-GPU scaling absent on the P4000, enhancing distributed training efficiency.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
Quadro P4000
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Paperspace | NVIDIA Quadro P4000 8GB VRAM | 8GB | 8 vCPU 30GB RAM 50GB Storage | Canada | $0.51/GPU/hr | Available | ||
Paperspace | 2×NVIDIA Quadro P4000 8GB VRAM | 8GB | 16 vCPU 60GB RAM 50GB Storage | New York | $0.51/GPU/hr $1.02/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
Paperspace | 2×NVIDIA Quadro P4000 8GB VRAM | 8GB | 16 vCPU 60GB RAM 50GB Storage | Canada | $0.51/GPU/hr $1.02/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
Paperspace | NVIDIA Quadro P4000 8GB VRAM | 8GB | 8 vCPU 30GB RAM 50GB Storage | Amsterdam | $0.51/GPU/hr | Available | ||
Paperspace | NVIDIA Quadro P4000 8GB VRAM | 8GB | 8 vCPU 30GB RAM 50GB Storage | New York | $0.51/GPU/hr | Available |
Quadro RTX 5000
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Paperspace | NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 8 vCPU 30GB RAM 50GB Storage | New York | $0.82/GPU/hr | Available | ||
Paperspace | 2×NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 16 vCPU 60GB RAM 50GB Storage | New York | $0.82/GPU/hr $1.64/hr total (2×) | Available |
When to Choose the Quadro P4000
The Quadro P4000 excels in cost-sensitive environments with average cloud pricing of $0.51 per hour across 6 offers, undercutting the RTX 5000's $0.82 per hour. Its 105W TDP suits power-limited cloud instances or edge deployments where 230W proves excessive. Select it for lightweight CAD rendering, basic simulations, or small-scale ML inference fitting within 8 GB VRAM and 243 GB/s bandwidth.
When to Choose the Quadro RTX 5000
The Quadro RTX 5000 dominates memory-intensive tasks with 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM and 448 GB/s bandwidth, handling datasets or models that exceed the P4000's 8 GB GDDR5 limit. Its 11.2 TFLOPS FP32 performance doubles the P4000's 5.3 TFLOPS for accelerated training and rendering. Choose it for professional visualization pipelines, mid-scale AI fine-tuning, or NVLink-enabled multi-GPU setups despite higher 230W TDP and $0.82 per hour pricing.
Use Cases
The RTX 5000's 16 GB VRAM and 11.2 TFLOPS support larger models and batches than the P4000's 8 GB and 5.3 TFLOPS, reducing training time significantly.
Higher 448 GB/s bandwidth on the RTX 5000 enables faster token generation for production serving compared to the P4000's 243 GB/s.
Small models fit the P4000's 8 GB VRAM at 5.3 TFLOPS; larger ones require the RTX 5000's 16 GB and 11.2 TFLOPS.
16 GB VRAM on the RTX 5000 handles high-resolution image generation without out-of-memory issues, unlike the P4000's 8 GB limit.
11.2 TFLOPS FP32 and NVLink on the RTX 5000 accelerate simulations and multi-GPU scaling beyond the P4000's 5.3 TFLOPS PCIe-only setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM: Quadro P4000 or Quadro RTX 5000?▾
The Quadro RTX 5000 provides 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM, double the Quadro P4000's 8 GB GDDR5. This allows the RTX 5000 to manage larger datasets in AI and rendering tasks. Memory bandwidth also doubles to 448 GB/s from 243 GB/s.
What is the performance difference in TFLOPS between Quadro P4000 and RTX 5000?▾
The RTX 5000 delivers 11.2 TFLOPS in both FP16 and FP32, more than double the P4000's 5.3 TFLOPS per precision. This results in roughly 2x faster compute for training and inference. Architectures differ: Pascal for P4000, Turing for RTX 5000.
How do cloud prices compare for these GPUs?▾
Quadro P4000 averages $0.51 per hour across 6 live offers; Quadro RTX 5000 averages $0.82 per hour across 2 offers. The 61% premium reflects superior specs like 16 GB VRAM. Prices fluctuate based on provider and region.
What are the TDP ratings of Quadro P4000 vs RTX 5000?▾
The P4000 has a 105W TDP, lower than the RTX 5000's 230W. Lower TDP suits power-constrained setups. Higher TDP on RTX 5000 correlates with 11.2 TFLOPS performance.
Does Quadro RTX 5000 support NVLink?▾
Yes, the RTX 5000 includes NVLink interconnect for multi-GPU communication, unlike the P4000's PCIe-only setup. This enhances scaling in distributed workloads. Both use PCIe form factor.
Which is newer: Quadro P4000 or Quadro RTX 5000?▾
Quadro RTX 5000 launched in 2018 with Turing architecture; P4000 dates to 2017 with Pascal. The one-year gap brings RT cores and higher 448 GB/s bandwidth to RTX 5000. Both remain available in cloud rentals.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro P4000 or the Quadro RTX 5000?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro P4000 and Quadro RTX 5000 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 P4000 have compared to the Quadro RTX 5000?▾
The Quadro P4000 has 8 GB of GDDR5 memory. The Quadro RTX 5000 has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find Quadro P4000 and Quadro RTX 5000 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 P4000 and the Quadro RTX 5000?▾
The Quadro P4000 uses the Pascal architecture (2017) while the Quadro RTX 5000 uses Turing (2018). The Quadro RTX 5000 delivers 2.1x the FP16 throughput and 1.8x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro P4000.