Specifications Compared
| Spec | QUADRO-P6000 | RTX-3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 170W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 3,840 | 3,584 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | ||
| FP16 Performance | 12.6 TFLOPS | 12.7 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 12.6 TFLOPS | 12.7 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 432 GB/s | 360 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
Peak FP32 performance shows minimal difference: Quadro P6000 delivers 12.6 TFLOPS, and RTX 3060 Ti provides 12.7 TFLOPS, suggesting comparable speeds for FP32-dominant training and inference tasks in machine learning pipelines. Ampere architecture in RTX 3060 Ti incorporates tensor cores for accelerated FP16 matrix operations, yielding practical gains in deep learning beyond raw FP16 specs of 12.7 TFLOPS. Memory configurations impact real-world usage profoundly: P6000's 24 GB VRAM supports larger batch sizes during model training, accommodating datasets that cause out-of-memory issues on RTX 3060 Ti's 12 GB limit. P6000's 432 GB/s bandwidth exceeds RTX 3060 Ti's 360 GB/s, enabling higher throughput for bandwidth-constrained workloads like large-scale simulations, though GDDR6 offers marginally better efficiency. TDP disparity is significant: RTX 3060 Ti's 170W versus P6000's 250W reduces heat and energy costs in prolonged cloud sessions.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
Quadro P6000
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Paperspace | NVIDIA Quadro P6000 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 8 vCPU 30GB RAM 50GB Storage | New York | $1.10/GPU/hr | Available | ||
Paperspace | NVIDIA Quadro P6000 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 8 vCPU 30GB RAM 50GB Storage | Amsterdam | $1.10/GPU/hr | Available | ||
Paperspace | NVIDIA Quadro P6000 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 8 vCPU 30GB RAM 50GB Storage | Canada | $1.10/GPU/hr | Available | ||
Paperspace | 2×NVIDIA Quadro P6000 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 16 vCPU 60GB RAM 50GB Storage | New York | $1.10/GPU/hr $2.20/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
Paperspace | 2×NVIDIA Quadro P6000 24GB VRAM | 24GB | 16 vCPU 60GB RAM 50GB Storage | Amsterdam | $1.10/GPU/hr $2.20/hr total (2×) | Available |
RTX 3060 Ti
| 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 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB VRAM | 12GB | 24 vCPU 28GB RAM 970GB Storage | Texas | $0.23/GPU/hr | 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 P6000
Quadro P6000 suits memory-intensive professional workflows: its 24 GB GDDR5X VRAM handles large-scale rendering, CAD simulations, or dataset preprocessing exceeding RTX 3060 Ti's 12 GB capacity. Higher 432 GB/s bandwidth supports elevated batch sizes in visualization tasks certified for Quadro series. At $1.10 per hour, it fits legacy enterprise environments prioritizing stability over cost.
When to Choose the RTX 3060 Ti
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti dominates cost-effective modern compute: averaging $0.06 per hour, it matches 12.7 TFLOPS performance while consuming only 170W TDP for efficient scaling. Ampere features like tensor cores accelerate AI inference and generative tasks unavailable on Pascal. It excels in high-volume cloud deployments where 12 GB VRAM suffices.
Use Cases
Quadro P6000's 24 GB VRAM accommodates larger models and batch sizes during training, preventing out-of-memory errors common with RTX 3060 Ti's 12 GB limit. Its 432 GB/s bandwidth sustains high data throughput.
RTX 3060 Ti's Ampere tensor cores optimize FP16 inference at 12.7 TFLOPS, with 12 GB VRAM sufficient for most deployed models. Lower $0.06 per hour pricing enables scalable serving.
Both offer similar 12.6-12.7 TFLOPS FP32 performance for fine-tuning tasks. Choice depends on model size: P6000 for VRAM-heavy, RTX 3060 Ti for budget constraints.
RTX 3060 Ti leverages Ampere RT cores for faster diffusion generation, with 360 GB/s bandwidth handling typical 12 GB model requirements efficiently at $0.06 per hour.
P6000's 24 GB VRAM and 432 GB/s bandwidth excel in large matrix simulations and HPC datasets. It outperforms RTX 3060 Ti in memory-bound scientific algorithms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM, Quadro P6000 or RTX 3060 Ti?▾
Quadro P6000 provides 24 GB GDDR5X VRAM, twice the 12 GB GDDR6 of RTX 3060 Ti. This advantage aids large model training and high-resolution compute. Cloud pricing favors RTX 3060 Ti at $0.06 per hour average.
How do their FP32 performances compare?▾
Quadro P6000 achieves 12.6 TFLOPS FP32, nearly matching RTX 3060 Ti's 12.7 TFLOPS. Real-world training speeds are similar without architectural optimizations. RTX 3060 Ti adds tensor cores for AI acceleration.
What is the memory bandwidth difference?▾
P6000 offers 432 GB/s, surpassing RTX 3060 Ti's 360 GB/s by 20 percent. Higher bandwidth benefits data-intensive batch processing. GDDR6 on RTX 3060 Ti provides lower latency for some workloads.
Which has lower power consumption?▾
RTX 3060 Ti consumes 170W TDP, 32 percent less than P6000's 250W. This lowers cloud energy costs during extended runs. Efficiency suits dense multi-GPU setups.
What are the current cloud rental prices?▾
Quadro P6000 rents from $1.10 per hour average across six offers. RTX 3060 Ti starts at $0.03 per hour, averaging $0.06 across two offers. Price gap drives most comparisons.
Is RTX 3060 Ti better for AI workloads?▾
RTX 3060 Ti excels in modern AI due to Ampere tensor cores enhancing 12.7 TFLOPS FP16 operations. P6000 lacks these, limiting deep learning efficiency. Cost at $0.06 per hour seals preference.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro P6000 or the RTX 3060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro P6000 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 P6000 have compared to the RTX 3060?▾
The Quadro P6000 has 24 GB of GDDR5X memory. The RTX 3060 has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find Quadro P6000 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 P6000 and the RTX 3060?▾
The Quadro P6000 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the RTX 3060 uses Ampere (2021). The RTX 3060 delivers 1.0x the FP16 throughput and 1.2x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro P6000.