Specifications Compared
| Spec | QUADRO-P4000 | RTX-3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 105W | 170W |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 1,792 | 3,584 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | ||
| FP16 Performance | 5.3 TFLOPS | 12.7 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 5.3 TFLOPS | 12.7 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 243 GB/s | 360 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 3060 outperforms the Quadro P4000 in raw compute by delivering 12.7 TFLOPS in both FP16 and FP32, compared to 5.3 TFLOPS for the P4000: this translates to approximately 2.4 times faster processing for deep learning training and inference tasks. In training scenarios, higher FP32 throughput accelerates gradient computations, while FP16 parity supports mixed-precision workflows without bottlenecks on either GPU.
Memory specifications favor the RTX 3060 substantially: 12 GB GDDR6 versus 8 GB GDDR5 allows larger models or batch sizes, reducing out-of-memory errors in applications like transformer training. The 360 GB/s bandwidth exceeds the P4000's 243 GB/s, enabling higher throughput for memory-intensive operations and supporting bigger batches without saturation.
Power draw differs at 170W TDP for the RTX 3060 against 105W for the P4000, implying greater heat and energy costs, yet cloud pricing mitigates this with the RTX 3060's lower rates.
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 |
RTX 3060
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Vast.ai | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB VRAM | 12GB | 36 vCPU 31GB RAM 862GB Storage | Texas | $0.23/GPU/hr | Available | ||
Vast.ai | 2×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB VRAM | 12GB | 24 vCPU 55GB RAM 1940GB Storage | Texas | $0.23/GPU/hr $0.45/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
Vast.ai | 2×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB VRAM | 12GB | 128 vCPU 168GB RAM 715GB Storage | Texas | $0.23/GPU/hr $0.45/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
Vast.ai | 2×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB VRAM | 12GB | 64 vCPU 126GB RAM 3050GB Storage | Texas | $0.23/GPU/hr $0.45/hr total (2×) | Available |
When to Choose the Quadro P4000
The Quadro P4000 suits scenarios demanding professional-grade stability from 2017 Pascal drivers, such as legacy CAD or visualization software certified for Quadro cards. Its 105W TDP fits power-constrained cloud instances where 170W exceeds limits. At $0.51 per hour average, it serves light inference on models under 8 GB VRAM without needing Ampere optimizations.
When to Choose the RTX 3060
The RTX 3060 excels in most modern AI workloads due to 12.7 TFLOPS compute, 12 GB VRAM, and 360 GB/s bandwidth, handling larger batches than the P4000's 5.3 TFLOPS and 243 GB/s. Its $0.07 per hour average pricing delivers superior value for training or inference. Choose it for Ampere-specific features like improved tensor cores in 2021-era frameworks.
Use Cases
RTX 3060's 12.7 TFLOPS FP32 and 12 GB VRAM handle larger batches than P4000's 5.3 TFLOPS and 8 GB. Bandwidth of 360 GB/s reduces bottlenecks versus 243 GB/s.
12.7 TFLOPS FP16 on RTX 3060 accelerates serving requests over P4000's 5.3 TFLOPS. Extra 4 GB VRAM fits bigger models without swapping.
Ampere architecture with 12.7 TFLOPS outperforms Pascal's 5.3 TFLOPS for gradient updates. 360 GB/s bandwidth supports efficient fine-tuning batches.
RTX 3060's 12 GB VRAM and 360 GB/s bandwidth enable high-resolution generations faster than P4000's 8 GB and 243 GB/s limits.
P4000's 105W TDP suits low-power simulations; RTX 3060's 12.7 TFLOPS excels in FP32-heavy tasks, but pricing favors B at $0.07 per hour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM?▾
The RTX 3060 provides 12 GB GDDR6 VRAM, exceeding the Quadro P4000's 8 GB GDDR5. This difference allows larger models in memory-bound tasks. Bandwidth follows suit at 360 GB/s versus 243 GB/s.
How do their compute performances compare?▾
RTX 3060 delivers 12.7 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, more than double the Quadro P4000's 5.3 TFLOPS in both precisions. This boosts training and inference speeds significantly. Real-world gains reach 2.4 times in compatible workloads.
What are the cloud pricing differences?▾
RTX 3060 starts at $0.03 per hour with $0.07 average across 12 offers, far below Quadro P4000's $0.51 average across 6 offers. This makes RTX 3060 ideal for cost-sensitive users. Savings enable longer runs at higher performance.
Which has lower power consumption?▾
Quadro P4000 uses 105W TDP, lower than RTX 3060's 170W. Select P4000 for power-limited environments. RTX 3060's extra power yields 12.7 TFLOPS versus 5.3 TFLOPS.
Are they compatible with the same form factors?▾
Both GPUs use PCIe form factors, ensuring drop-in compatibility in cloud instances. No interconnect differences noted. Architectures differ: Pascal for P4000, Ampere for RTX 3060.
Which is newer?▾
RTX 3060 launched in 2021 with Ampere, versus Quadro P4000's 2017 Pascal architecture. Newer design brings 12 GB VRAM and 360 GB/s bandwidth improvements. This generational leap enhances modern ML efficiency.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro P4000 or the RTX 3060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro P4000 and RTX 3060 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 RTX 3060?▾
The Quadro P4000 has 8 GB of GDDR5 memory. The RTX 3060 has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find Quadro P4000 and RTX 3060 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 RTX 3060?▾
The Quadro P4000 uses the Pascal architecture (2017) while the RTX 3060 uses Ampere (2021). The RTX 3060 delivers 2.4x the FP16 throughput and 1.5x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro P4000.