Specifications Compared
| Spec | QUADRO-P6000 | RTX-A4000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 140W |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 16 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 3,840 | 6,144 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | ||
| FP16 Performance | 12.6 TFLOPS | 19.2 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 12.6 TFLOPS | 19.2 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 432 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX A4000 demonstrates superior raw compute with 19.2 TFLOPS in both FP16 and FP32, exceeding the Quadro P6000's 12.6 TFLOPS by 52 percent. This advantage means faster model training and inference in deep learning pipelines, where FP16 precision dominates for speed without accuracy loss. Real-world training epochs complete quicker on the A4000, reducing total compute hours. Memory bandwidth on the A4000 reaches 448 GB/s, slightly above the P6000's 432 GB/s, enabling larger batch sizes in memory-bound scenarios like image processing. The P6000's 24 GB VRAM capacity outperforms the A4000's 16 GB for datasets exceeding 16 GB, preventing out-of-memory errors in large-model fine-tuning. Power efficiency favors the A4000 at 140W TDP versus 250W, lowering cooling and hosting costs in dense cloud racks.
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 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 P6000
The Quadro P6000 excels in scenarios demanding over 16 GB VRAM, such as loading massive scientific datasets or legacy CAD simulations optimized for Pascal. Its 24 GB GDDR5X capacity supports batch sizes that overwhelm the RTX A4000, ensuring uninterrupted workflows at $1.10 per hour. Professionals tied to older software stacks choose it for compatibility without refactoring.
When to Choose the RTX A4000
The RTX A4000 suits most contemporary AI tasks with 19.2 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 448 GB/s bandwidth, outperforming the P6000 across training and inference. At $0.08 per hour from 28 providers, it offers unmatched value for scalable cloud deployments. Lower 140W TDP enables efficient multi-GPU setups without excessive power draw.
Use Cases
The Quadro P6000's 24 GB VRAM accommodates larger models and batches that exceed the RTX A4000's 16 GB limit. Despite lower 12.6 TFLOPS, memory capacity prevents swapping in memory-intensive training.
RTX A4000's 19.2 TFLOPS FP16 performance delivers 52 percent faster inference than P6000's 12.6 TFLOPS. Its $0.08 per hour pricing supports high-throughput serving at scale.
Ampere architecture on RTX A4000 provides 19.2 TFLOPS for quicker iterations versus P6000's 12.6 TFLOPS. 448 GB/s bandwidth handles typical fine-tuning batch sizes efficiently.
RTX A4000 accelerates generation with 19.2 TFLOPS FP16 and 448 GB/s bandwidth, outperforming P6000 in image synthesis speed. Lower $0.31 average hourly cost fits iterative creative workflows.
Quadro P6000's 24 GB VRAM manages large simulation datasets beyond A4000's 16 GB. It suits compute-bound tasks where Pascal compatibility aligns with established codes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM?▾
The Quadro P6000 offers 24 GB GDDR5X VRAM, exceeding the RTX A4000's 16 GB GDDR6. This makes the P6000 better for memory-heavy workloads. The A4000 compensates with higher 19.2 TFLOPS performance.
What is the performance difference?▾
RTX A4000 achieves 19.2 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, 52 percent above P6000's 12.6 TFLOPS. Bandwidth is 448 GB/s on A4000 versus 432 GB/s. This boosts training and inference speeds significantly.
Which is cheaper in the cloud?▾
RTX A4000 starts at $0.08 per hour with $0.31 average across 28 offers, far below P6000's $1.10 per hour from 6 offers. Cost savings favor A4000 for prolonged jobs. Availability is broader for A4000.
How do power requirements compare?▾
RTX A4000 consumes 140W TDP, half of P6000's 250W. This efficiency reduces cloud hosting costs and heat. Both use PCIe form factor for easy integration.
Is RTX A4000 newer than Quadro P6000?▾
RTX A4000 uses 2021 Ampere architecture, while P6000 is from 2016 Pascal. Ampere provides tensor cores for AI acceleration absent in Pascal. Performance gains reach 52 percent in FP32.
Can P6000 handle large models?▾
Quadro P6000's 24 GB VRAM supports models up to that size without issues, unlike A4000's 16 GB limit. It fits legacy large-model training. Newer cards outperform in speed at 12.6 TFLOPS.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro P6000 or the RTX A4000?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro P6000 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 P6000 have compared to the RTX A4000?▾
The Quadro P6000 has 24 GB of GDDR5X memory. The RTX A4000 has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find Quadro P6000 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 P6000 and the RTX A4000?▾
The Quadro P6000 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the RTX A4000 uses Ampere (2021). The RTX A4000 delivers 1.5x the FP16 throughput and 1.0x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro P6000.