Specifications Compared
| Spec | QUADRO-P6000 | RTX-3080 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 320W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 10-12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 3,840 | 8,704 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR6X |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | ||
| FP16 Performance | 12.6 TFLOPS | 29.8 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 12.6 TFLOPS | 29.8 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 432 GB/s | 760 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 3080 Ti's 29.8 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32 significantly outpaces the Quadro P6000's 12.6 TFLOPS, translating to roughly 2.4 times faster training and inference speeds for machine learning tasks. This FP16 and FP32 parity in both GPUs supports mixed-precision training, but the Ampere card's higher throughput accelerates convergence in deep learning models.
Higher memory bandwidth on the RTX 3080 Ti at 760 GB/s versus 432 GB/s allows larger batch sizes without bottlenecks, improving utilization in data-parallel workloads like LLM fine-tuning. The Quadro P6000's 24 GB VRAM excels for models exceeding 12 GB, preventing out-of-memory errors in inference on massive datasets. Power draw differs too: 320 W for the RTX 3080 Ti against 250 W, impacting multi-GPU scaling in dense cloud instances.
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 |
When to Choose the Quadro P6000
The Quadro P6000 suits scenarios demanding high VRAM capacity, such as loading 24 GB models for scientific simulations or legacy CAD applications where 12 GB proves insufficient. Its Pascal optimizations benefit older professional software stacks that underutilize Ampere features, avoiding recompilation overhead.
When to Choose the RTX 3080 Ti
Opt for the RTX 3080 Ti in performance-critical modern workloads like AI training, where 29.8 TFLOPS and 760 GB/s bandwidth deliver superior speed at a fraction of the cost: $0.14 per hour average versus $1.10. Its Ampere architecture supports tensor cores for efficient DLSS and ray tracing extensions in creative pipelines.
Use Cases
The RTX 3080 Ti's 29.8 TFLOPS FP16 performance doubles the Quadro P6000's 12.6 TFLOPS, accelerating training cycles. Its lower $0.14 per hour pricing supports extended runs.
Quadro P6000's 24 GB VRAM handles larger models without swapping, unlike the RTX 3080 Ti's 12 GB limit. Bandwidth of 432 GB/s suffices for steady inference loads.
RTX 3080 Ti's 760 GB/s bandwidth enables bigger batches for faster fine-tuning iterations at 29.8 TFLOPS. Cost efficiency at $0.14 per hour beats $1.10.
Ampere architecture with 29.8 TFLOPS excels in diffusion model generation speeds. Lower TDP scaling in clouds favors multi-GPU diffusion farms.
Quadro P6000's 24 GB VRAM aids memory-intensive simulations; RTX 3080 Ti's higher 29.8 TFLOPS suits compute-bound tasks. Choice depends on dataset size.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more VRAM: Quadro P6000 or RTX 3080 Ti?▾
The Quadro P6000 provides 24 GB GDDR5X VRAM, exceeding the RTX 3080 Ti's 10 to 12 GB GDDR6X. This makes the P6000 better for very large models.
How do their FP32 performances compare?▾
RTX 3080 Ti achieves 29.8 TFLOPS FP32, more than double the Quadro P6000's 12.6 TFLOPS. This gap favors the Ti in compute-heavy tasks.
What are the cloud rental prices?▾
Quadro P6000 averages $1.10 per hour across six offers; RTX 3080 Ti averages $0.14 per hour across four. The Ti offers better value.
Which GPU has higher memory bandwidth?▾
RTX 3080 Ti delivers 760 GB/s, surpassing Quadro P6000's 432 GB/s. Higher bandwidth supports larger batch sizes in training.
Are they both PCIe form factor?▾
Yes, both support PCIe form factors with no interconnect specified. They integrate similarly in cloud instances.
Which is newer?▾
RTX 3080 Ti uses 2020 Ampere architecture; Quadro P6000 is 2016 Pascal. Newer design brings tensor core efficiencies.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro P6000 or the RTX 3080?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro P6000 and RTX 3080 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 3080?▾
The Quadro P6000 has 24 GB of GDDR5X memory. The RTX 3080 has 10 to 12 GB of GDDR6X memory.
Can I find Quadro P6000 and RTX 3080 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 3080?▾
The Quadro P6000 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the RTX 3080 uses Ampere (2020). The RTX 3080 delivers 2.4x the FP16 throughput and 1.8x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro P6000.