Specifications Compared
| Spec | QUADRO-P5000 | RTX-2080 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 180W | 215W |
| VRAM | 16 GB | 8-11 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 2,560 | 2,944 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Turing |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | |
| FP16 Performance | 8.9 TFLOPS | 10.1 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 8.9 TFLOPS | 10.1 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 288 GB/s | 616 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
Performance differences hinge on architecture and memory specs. The RTX 2080 Ti achieves 10.1 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, surpassing the Quadro P5000's 8.9 TFLOPS by 13 percent: this edge accelerates neural network training and inference, particularly where single-precision operations dominate. Both GPUs maintain a 1:1 FP16 to FP32 ratio, supporting balanced workloads without tensor core specialization emphasized in specs. Memory bandwidth defines practical limits: the RTX 2080 Ti's 616 GB/s versus 288 GB/s on the P5000 enables 114 percent larger batch sizes in training, minimizing I/O stalls for convolutional or transformer models. Higher TDP on the RTX 2080 Ti at 215W compared to 180W reflects its denser compute but demands robust cooling in cloud instances. Turing's NVLink interconnect aids multi-GPU scaling, absent on the P5000, enhancing distributed training efficiency.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
Quadro P5000
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Paperspace | 2×NVIDIA Quadro P5000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 16 vCPU 60GB RAM 50GB Storage | Amsterdam | $0.78/GPU/hr $1.56/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
Paperspace | 2×NVIDIA Quadro P5000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 16 vCPU 60GB RAM 50GB Storage | Canada | $0.78/GPU/hr $1.56/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
Paperspace | 2×NVIDIA Quadro P5000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 16 vCPU 60GB RAM 50GB Storage | New York | $0.78/GPU/hr $1.56/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
Paperspace | NVIDIA Quadro P5000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 8 vCPU 30GB RAM 50GB Storage | Amsterdam | $0.78/GPU/hr | Available | ||
Paperspace | NVIDIA Quadro P5000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 8 vCPU 30GB RAM 50GB Storage | New York | $0.78/GPU/hr | Available |
RTX 2080 Ti
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Vast.ai | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti 11GB VRAM | 11GB | 32 vCPU 63GB RAM 1273GB Storage | Maryland | $0.13/GPU/hr | Available |
When to Choose the Quadro P5000
The Quadro P5000 suits workloads requiring substantial VRAM. Its 16 GB capacity exceeds the RTX 2080 Ti's 11 GB by 45 percent, allowing single-GPU handling of large language models or high-resolution datasets without fragmentation. Professional certification ensures reliability in CAD, simulation, and enterprise visualization software where stability trumps raw speed.
When to Choose the RTX 2080 Ti
The RTX 2080 Ti dominates cost-sensitive compute tasks. Cloud pricing from $0.06 per hour averages $0.11, versus $0.78 for the P5000, yielding over sevenfold savings for extended runs. Superior 616 GB/s bandwidth and 10.1 TFLOPS performance excel in bandwidth-intensive inference and training with moderate memory needs.
Use Cases
The RTX 2080 Ti's 616 GB/s bandwidth supports larger batches than the P5000's 288 GB/s. Lower pricing at $0.06 per hour enables cost-effective scaling.
Quadro P5000's 16 GB VRAM handles larger models without offloading, exceeding RTX 2080 Ti's 11 GB. Stability aids production inference.
10.1 TFLOPS FP16 on RTX 2080 Ti accelerates fine-tuning 13 percent faster than P5000's 8.9 TFLOPS. Bandwidth aids efficient epochs.
Turing architecture and 616 GB/s bandwidth optimize image generation pipelines. Affordable $0.11 average hourly rate suits iterative workflows.
16 GB VRAM on P5000 manages complex simulations better than 11 GB on RTX 2080 Ti. Professional drivers ensure precision in HPC tasks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the VRAM difference between Quadro P5000 and RTX 2080 Ti?▾
The Quadro P5000 has 16 GB GDDR5X VRAM, while the RTX 2080 Ti offers 11 GB GDDR6. This 45 percent advantage makes the P5000 preferable for memory-intensive applications.
Which GPU has higher memory bandwidth?▾
RTX 2080 Ti provides 616 GB/s, doubling the Quadro P5000's 288 GB/s. Higher bandwidth reduces bottlenecks in training large batches.
How do cloud prices compare?▾
RTX 2080 Ti starts at $0.06 per hour with $0.11 average across six offers. Quadro P5000 averages $0.78 per hour, making RTX far more economical.
What are the FP32 performance specs?▾
RTX 2080 Ti delivers 10.1 TFLOPS FP32, 13 percent above P5000's 8.9 TFLOPS. This boosts compute-heavy workloads like inference.
Which has lower TDP?▾
Quadro P5000 consumes 180W TDP versus RTX 2080 Ti's 215W. Lower power suits constrained cloud instances.
Do they support NVLink?▾
RTX 2080 Ti includes NVLink for multi-GPU connectivity, unlike the Quadro P5000. This enhances scaling in distributed computing.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro P5000 or the RTX 2080?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro P5000 and RTX 2080 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 P5000 have compared to the RTX 2080?▾
The Quadro P5000 has 16 GB of GDDR5X memory. The RTX 2080 has 8 to 11 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find Quadro P5000 and RTX 2080 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 P5000 and the RTX 2080?▾
The Quadro P5000 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the RTX 2080 uses Turing (2018). The RTX 2080 delivers 1.1x the FP16 throughput and 2.1x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro P5000.