Quadro P4000 vs RTX A2000

PascalvsAmpereUpdated 35 days ago

The RTX A2000 emerges as the superior choice for most cloud GPU use cases. It delivers 8 TFLOPS FP32 and FP16 performance against the P4000's 5.3 TFLOPS, with 288 GB/s bandwidth and 70W TDP at an average $0.23 per hour versus $0.51 per hour. This combination yields better efficiency and value in AI workloads.

Quadro P4000 from $0.51/hrRTX A2000 from $0.50/hr

Specifications Compared

SpecQUADRO-P4000RTX-A2000
TDP105W70W
VRAM8 GB6-12 GB
CUDA Cores1,7923,328
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR6
ArchitecturePascalAmpere
Form FactorsPCIePCIe
Interconnect
FP16 Performance5.3 TFLOPS8 TFLOPS
FP32 Performance5.3 TFLOPS8 TFLOPS
Memory Bandwidth243 GB/s288 GB/s

Performance Analysis

Ampere architecture in the RTX A2000 outperforms Pascal in the Quadro P4000 with 8 TFLOPS FP32 versus 5.3 TFLOPS, enabling 51 percent faster single-precision computations for model training. FP16 performance mirrors this at 8 TFLOPS against 5.3 TFLOPS, accelerating mixed-precision inference and fine-tuning in deep learning frameworks.

Higher memory bandwidth of 288 GB/s on the A2000 versus 243 GB/s on the P4000 allows larger batch sizes in data-heavy tasks, minimizing I/O bottlenecks during training epochs. This bandwidth edge proves critical for LLMs where gradient accumulation demands rapid data movement.

The A2000's 70W TDP contrasts the P4000's 105W, permitting denser cloud deployments and lower cooling costs without sacrificing PCIe compatibility. VRAM varies from 6 to 12 GB GDDR6 on A2000 against fixed 8 GB GDDR5 on P4000, suiting scalable inference pipelines.

Live Cloud Pricing

Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.

Quadro P4000

ProviderGPU ModelVRAMHost SpecsRegionPriceStatusAction
Paperspace
Paperspace
NVIDIA Quadro P4000
8GB VRAM
$0.51/GPU/hr
Available
Paperspace
Paperspace
2×NVIDIA Quadro P4000
8GB VRAM
$0.51/GPU/hr
$1.02/hr total (2×)
Available
Paperspace
Paperspace
2×NVIDIA Quadro P4000
8GB VRAM
$0.51/GPU/hr
$1.02/hr total (2×)
Available
Paperspace
Paperspace
NVIDIA Quadro P4000
8GB VRAM
$0.51/GPU/hr
Available
Paperspace
Paperspace
NVIDIA Quadro P4000
8GB VRAM
$0.51/GPU/hr
Available

RTX A2000

ProviderGPU ModelVRAMHost SpecsRegionPriceStatusAction
RunPod
RunPod
NVIDIA RTX A2000
12GB VRAM
$0.50/GPU/hr

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When to Choose the Quadro P4000

The Quadro P4000 fits legacy workstation applications like CAD and simulation software certified for Pascal architecture, where 8 GB GDDR5 VRAM ensures stability. Its 5.3 TFLOPS FP32 performance handles visualization at $0.51 per hour average across 6 cloud offers, avoiding driver issues with older codebases.

Choose P4000 when fixed VRAM and 243 GB/s bandwidth suffice for non-AI professional rendering without needing Ampere RT cores.

When to Choose the RTX A2000

The RTX A2000 dominates cost-effective AI inference with 8 TFLOPS FP16 at $0.06 per hour starting price and 288 GB/s bandwidth for high-throughput serving. Its 70W TDP supports multi-GPU cloud instances efficiently.

Opt for A2000 in modern ML training where Ampere's 51 percent FP32 uplift over P4000's 5.3 TFLOPS reduces runtime, paired with flexible 6 to 12 GB VRAM.

Use Cases

LLM Training
RTX A2000

RTX A2000's 8 TFLOPS FP16 and 288 GB/s bandwidth handle larger batches faster than P4000's 5.3 TFLOPS and 243 GB/s. Ampere architecture accelerates convergence in transformer models.

LLM Inference
RTX A2000

A2000 provides 8 TFLOPS FP16 for high-throughput serving at $0.23 per hour average, outperforming P4000's 5.3 TFLOPS. Lower 70W TDP enables scalable deployments.

Fine-tuning
RTX A2000

Ampere's 51 percent FP32 gain to 8 TFLOPS over P4000's 5.3 TFLOPS speeds parameter updates. Flexible 6 to 12 GB VRAM supports diverse model sizes.

Stable Diffusion
RTX A2000

RTX A2000 leverages Ampere RT cores with 8 TFLOPS for faster diffusion steps than P4000's Pascal limits at 5.3 TFLOPS. Bandwidth edge aids image generation.

Scientific Computing
Either

P4000's 8 GB VRAM suits memory-stable simulations at 243 GB/s. A2000's 8 TFLOPS and lower $0.23 per hour cost fit compute-intensive codes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has more VRAM: Quadro P4000 or RTX A2000?

Quadro P4000 offers fixed 8 GB GDDR5 VRAM. RTX A2000 provides 6 to 12 GB GDDR6, allowing configuration for larger models.

What is the performance difference in TFLOPS?

RTX A2000 achieves 8 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32. Quadro P4000 delivers 5.3 TFLOPS in both, a 51 percent deficit for A2000 superiority.

How do cloud prices compare?

Quadro P4000 averages $0.51 per hour across 6 offers starting at $0.51 per hour. RTX A2000 averages $0.23 per hour across 3 offers from $0.06 per hour.

Which GPU uses less power?

RTX A2000 has 70W TDP versus Quadro P4000's 105W. This enables higher cloud instance density.

Is RTX A2000 newer than Quadro P4000?

RTX A2000 uses 2021 Ampere architecture. Quadro P4000 relies on 2017 Pascal.

Which has higher memory bandwidth?

RTX A2000 reaches 288 GB/s. Quadro P4000 provides 243 GB/s, impacting batch sizes.

Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro P4000 or the RTX A2000?

Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro P4000 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 Quadro P4000 have compared to the RTX A2000?

The Quadro P4000 has 8 GB of GDDR5 memory. The RTX A2000 has 6 to 12 GB of GDDR6 memory.

Can I find Quadro P4000 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 Quadro P4000 and the RTX A2000?

The Quadro P4000 uses the Pascal architecture (2017) while the RTX A2000 uses Ampere (2021). The RTX A2000 delivers 1.5x the FP16 throughput and 1.2x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro P4000.