Specifications Compared
| Spec | QUADRO-P5000 | RTX-3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 180W | 170W |
| VRAM | 16 GB | 12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 2,560 | 3,584 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | ||
| FP16 Performance | 8.9 TFLOPS | 12.7 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 8.9 TFLOPS | 12.7 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 288 GB/s | 360 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
Compute performance favors the RTX 3060 decisively: its 12.7 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32 exceeds the Quadro P5000's 8.9 TFLOPS by 43 percent, enabling faster neural network training and inference through accelerated tensor operations. In training scenarios, this delta shortens epochs for models reliant on half-precision computations, common in large language models.
Memory bandwidth impacts batch sizes directly: the 3060's 360 GB/s versus 288 GB/s allows larger batches without stalling data transfers, boosting overall throughput in memory-intensive inference. Although the P5000 offers 16 GB VRAM against 12 GB, the Ampere architecture's efficiency mitigates this for workloads fitting within 12 GB. For inference, higher TFLOPS reduce latency, making the 3060 preferable for real-time applications.
Power efficiency is comparable with 170W TDP for the 3060 and 180W for the P5000, but the newer design yields better performance per watt.
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 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 P5000
The Quadro P5000 is preferable for workloads requiring substantial VRAM: its 16 GB GDDR5X capacity handles models or datasets exceeding 12 GB, such as certain scientific simulations or legacy visualization tasks optimized for Pascal. Professionals in CAD or rendering may select it despite the $0.78/hr average pricing, prioritizing stability over raw speed.
When to Choose the RTX 3060
The RTX 3060 dominates cost-effective, high-throughput needs: at $0.03/hr from cloud offers, it delivers 12.7 TFLOPS and 360 GB/s bandwidth, outperforming the P5000's 8.9 TFLOPS and 288 GB/s for most training and inference. General machine learning users benefit from its Ampere advantages and wider availability across 12 providers.
Use Cases
The RTX 3060's 12.7 TFLOPS FP16 performance and 360 GB/s bandwidth accelerate training epochs over the P5000's 8.9 TFLOPS and 288 GB/s. Its $0.03/hr pricing enables longer runs at lower cost.
Higher 12.7 TFLOPS and bandwidth on the 3060 reduce latency for batch inference compared to the P5000. Low $0.03/hr cost supports scalable deployments.
Ampere's 12.7 TFLOPS FP32 outperforms Pascal's 8.9 TFLOPS for fine-tuning efficiency. The 3060's pricing at $0.03/hr versus $0.78/hr favors iterative experiments.
Quadro P5000's 16 GB VRAM accommodates high-resolution Stable Diffusion generations better than 12 GB. It suits VRAM-bound creative workflows despite lower performance.
RTX 3060's 360 GB/s bandwidth and 12.7 TFLOPS handle large datasets and simulations faster than the P5000. Cost savings at $0.03/hr support extended computations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM, Quadro P5000 or RTX 3060?▾
The Quadro P5000 provides 16 GB GDDR5X VRAM, exceeding the RTX 3060's 12 GB GDDR6. This makes the P5000 better for memory-intensive tasks, though the 3060 compensates with higher bandwidth.
How do the TFLOPS compare between Quadro P5000 and RTX 3060?▾
The RTX 3060 achieves 12.7 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, surpassing the Quadro P5000's 8.9 TFLOPS by 43 percent. This gap accelerates machine learning workloads significantly.
What is the cloud pricing difference for these GPUs?▾
RTX 3060 pricing starts at $0.03/hr with an average of $0.07/hr across 12 offers, while Quadro P5000 is from $0.78/hr average across 6 offers. The 3060 offers far better value for compute.
Does RTX 3060 have higher memory bandwidth than Quadro P5000?▾
Yes, the RTX 3060 delivers 360 GB/s bandwidth versus the P5000's 288 GB/s. Higher bandwidth supports larger batch sizes in training and inference.
Which GPU is newer, Quadro P5000 or RTX 3060?▾
The RTX 3060 uses Ampere architecture from 2021, while the Quadro P5000 relies on Pascal from 2016. This five-year gap contributes to the 3060's performance edge.
Are TDPs similar for Quadro P5000 and RTX 3060?▾
The Quadro P5000 has a 180W TDP, closely matched by the RTX 3060's 170W. Both suit standard PCIe cloud instances without excessive power demands.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro P5000 or the RTX 3060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro P5000 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 P5000 have compared to the RTX 3060?▾
The Quadro P5000 has 16 GB of GDDR5X memory. The RTX 3060 has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find Quadro P5000 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 P5000 and the RTX 3060?▾
The Quadro P5000 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the RTX 3060 uses Ampere (2021). The RTX 3060 delivers 1.4x the FP16 throughput and 1.3x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro P5000.