Specifications Compared
| Spec | QUADRO-P5000 | RTX-A5000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 180W | 230W |
| VRAM | 16 GB | 24 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 2,560 | 8,192 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | |
| FP16 Performance | 8.9 TFLOPS | 27.8 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 8.9 TFLOPS | 27.8 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 288 GB/s | 768 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX A5000 demonstrates superior compute capability: 27.8 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32 compared to the Quadro P5000's 8.9 TFLOPS. This three-fold increase translates to faster AI training cycles and inference throughput, reducing time for model iterations from hours to minutes in deep learning pipelines.
Memory bandwidth marks another key divide: 768 GB/s on the A5000 versus 288 GB/s on the P5000. Higher bandwidth supports larger batch sizes in training, minimizing data transfer bottlenecks and enabling efficient processing of datasets exceeding 16 GB VRAM limits.
The A5000's 24 GB VRAM handles larger models without swapping, while its NVLink interconnect facilitates multi-GPU scaling absent on the PCIe-only P5000. Although TDP rises to 230W from 180W, the performance gains justify the increment for demanding workloads.
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 A5000
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Vast.ai | 4×NVIDIA RTX A5000 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 64 vCPU 224GB RAM 2256GB Storage | Romania | $0.23/GPU/hr $0.92/hr total (4×) | Available | ||
Vast.ai | NVIDIA RTX A5000 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 32 vCPU 101GB RAM 101GB Storage | Iceland | $0.24/GPU/hr | Available | ||
 RunPod | NVIDIA RTX A5000 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 9 vCPU 25GB RAM | 🌍global | $0.27/GPU/hr | |||
 Cirrascale | 8×NVIDIA RTX A5000 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 40 vCPU 256GB RAM 2610GB Storage | United States | $0.41/GPU/hr $3.28/hr total (8×) | |||
Cirrascale | 8×NVIDIA RTX A5000 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 40 vCPU 256GB RAM 2610GB Storage | United States | $0.46/GPU/hr $3.68/hr total (8×) |
When to Choose the Quadro P5000
The Quadro P5000 suits legacy applications optimized for Pascal architecture, where software compatibility avoids recompilation costs. Its 180W TDP consumes less power than the A5000's 230W, benefiting dense on-premises deployments or power-constrained clouds prioritizing 8.9 TFLOPS at $0.78/hr average.
When to Choose the RTX A5000
The RTX A5000 excels in modern AI and rendering tasks requiring Ampere features like NVLink for multi-GPU setups. With 27.8 TFLOPS, 24 GB VRAM, and 768 GB/s bandwidth, it processes larger models faster, available from $0.03/hr across 35 offers for cost-effective scaling.
Use Cases
The RTX A5000's 27.8 TFLOPS and 24 GB VRAM handle large language models efficiently, outperforming the P5000's 8.9 TFLOPS and 16 GB.
Higher 768 GB/s bandwidth on A5000 supports bigger batches for inference, compared to P5000's 288 GB/s.
Ampere's 27.8 TFLOPS accelerates fine-tuning iterations over Pascal's 8.9 TFLOPS, with NVLink aiding multi-GPU.
A5000's 24 GB VRAM and 27.8 TFLOPS generate images faster than P5000's 16 GB and 8.9 TFLOPS.
P5000 suffices for lighter simulations at 8.9 TFLOPS and 180W TDP; A5000 scales to complex ones with 27.8 TFLOPS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM?▾
The RTX A5000 provides 24 GB GDDR6 VRAM. The Quadro P5000 offers 16 GB GDDR5X. This enables A5000 to load larger models without issues.
What are the FP32 performance differences?▾
RTX A5000 delivers 27.8 TFLOPS FP32. Quadro P5000 achieves 8.9 TFLOPS FP32. The A5000 processes compute tasks over three times faster.
How do memory bandwidths compare?▾
A5000 bandwidth reaches 768 GB/s. P5000 provides 288 GB/s. Higher A5000 bandwidth improves data-heavy workloads like training.
What is the current cloud pricing?▾
Quadro P5000 averages $0.78/hr across 6 offers. RTX A5000 averages $0.41/hr from $0.03/hr across 35 offers. A5000 offers better value.
Which has lower TDP?▾
Quadro P5000 TDP is 180W. RTX A5000 TDP is 230W. P5000 suits power-sensitive setups.
Does either support NVLink?▾
RTX A5000 includes NVLink for multi-GPU. Quadro P5000 uses only PCIe. NVLink enhances A5000 scaling.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro P5000 or the RTX A5000?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro P5000 and RTX A5000 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 A5000?▾
The Quadro P5000 has 16 GB of GDDR5X memory. The RTX A5000 has 24 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find Quadro P5000 and RTX A5000 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 A5000?▾
The Quadro P5000 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the RTX A5000 uses Ampere (2021). The RTX A5000 delivers 3.1x the FP16 throughput and 2.7x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro P5000.