Specifications Compared
| Spec | QUADRO-P5000 | RTX-A4000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 180W | 140W |
| VRAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 2,560 | 6,144 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | ||
| FP16 Performance | 8.9 TFLOPS | 19.2 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 8.9 TFLOPS | 19.2 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 288 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX A4000 outperforms the Quadro P5000 in raw compute: its 19.2 TFLOPS FP32 rating doubles the P5000's 8.9 TFLOPS, accelerating matrix multiplications central to machine learning. This FP16 and FP32 parity on the A4000 optimizes both training and inference pipelines, reducing iteration times in deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
Memory bandwidth impacts data throughput directly: the A4000's 448 GB/s enables larger batch sizes than the P5000's 288 GB/s, minimizing bottlenecks in memory-intensive tasks such as training large language models. For inference, higher bandwidth supports more concurrent requests without latency spikes.
Power efficiency favors the A4000 with a 140 W TDP versus the P5000's 180 W, lowering operational costs in cloud environments. Both share PCIe form factors, ensuring compatibility, but the A4000's Ampere tensor cores enhance mixed-precision workflows beyond Pascal capabilities.
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 A4000
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 TensorDock | NVIDIA RTX A4000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 0 vCPU 0GB RAM | Tallinn, Harjumaa | $0.08/GPU/hr | Available | ||
 Vast.ai | 8×NVIDIA RTX A4000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 80 vCPU 201GB RAM 1698GB Storage | United Kingdom | $0.15/GPU/hr $1.17/hr total (8×) | Available | ||
 Hyperstack | 4×NVIDIA RTX A4000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 16 vCPU 86GB RAM 500GB Storage | Norway | $0.15/GPU/hr $0.60/hr total (4×) | Available | ||
Hyperstack | 2×NVIDIA RTX A4000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 8 vCPU 43GB RAM 200GB Storage | Norway | $0.15/GPU/hr $0.30/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
Hyperstack | NVIDIA RTX A4000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 4 vCPU 21GB RAM 100GB Storage | Norway | $0.15/GPU/hr | Available |
When to Choose the Quadro P5000
The Quadro P5000 suits scenarios requiring compatibility with older professional software optimized for Pascal GPUs. Applications like legacy CAD tools or simulation software from pre-2020 may perform reliably on its 8.9 TFLOPS FP32 and 16 GB GDDR5X VRAM without needing Ampere-specific drivers. At $0.78 per hour average, it fits budgets avoiding migration costs.
When to Choose the RTX A4000
The RTX A4000 excels in modern professional workflows demanding high throughput. Its 19.2 TFLOPS FP32 and 448 GB/s bandwidth handle AI training, rendering, and visualization superior to the P5000. With pricing from $0.08 per hour averaging $0.31, it delivers better value for compute-heavy tasks across 28 cloud offers.
Use Cases
The A4000's 19.2 TFLOPS FP16 doubles the P5000's 8.9 TFLOPS, speeding up gradient computations. Higher 448 GB/s bandwidth supports larger batches.
A4000 delivers 19.2 TFLOPS FP32 for faster token generation than P5000's 8.9 TFLOPS. Lower 140 W TDP aids sustained deployments.
Ampere's tensor cores on A4000 with 19.2 TFLOPS outperform Pascal's 8.9 TFLOPS in mixed precision. 448 GB/s bandwidth handles model weights efficiently.
A4000's 19.2 TFLOPS FP16 accelerates diffusion steps over P5000's 8.9 TFLOPS. 16 GB VRAM matches, but higher bandwidth reduces generation times.
A4000 provides 19.2 TFLOPS FP32 for simulations, surpassing P5000's 8.9 TFLOPS. 140 W TDP enables longer runs at lower cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has higher performance, Quadro P5000 or RTX A4000?▾
The RTX A4000 leads with 19.2 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, compared to the P5000's 8.9 TFLOPS. This advantage applies to AI and rendering tasks.
How do memory bandwidths compare between Quadro P5000 and RTX A4000?▾
RTX A4000 offers 448 GB/s, exceeding the P5000's 288 GB/s. Greater bandwidth supports larger datasets and batch sizes in machine learning.
What are the power consumption differences?▾
The A4000 uses 140 W TDP, lower than the P5000's 180 W. This improves efficiency in cloud deployments and reduces heat output.
Which is cheaper in the cloud, Quadro P5000 or RTX A4000?▾
RTX A4000 averages $0.31 per hour across 28 offers, starting at $0.08 per hour. P5000 averages $0.78 per hour across 6 offers.
Do both GPUs have the same VRAM capacity?▾
Yes, both provide 16 GB VRAM: GDDR5X on P5000 and GDDR6 on A4000. This equality suits memory-bound workloads like large models.
What architectures power these GPUs?▾
Quadro P5000 uses Pascal from 2016; RTX A4000 employs Ampere from 2021. Ampere includes advanced tensor cores absent in Pascal.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro P5000 or the RTX A4000?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro P5000 and RTX A4000 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 A4000?▾
The Quadro P5000 has 16 GB of GDDR5X memory. The RTX A4000 has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find Quadro P5000 and RTX A4000 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 A4000?▾
The Quadro P5000 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the RTX A4000 uses Ampere (2021). The RTX A4000 delivers 2.2x the FP16 throughput and 1.6x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro P5000.