Specifications Compared
| Spec | QUADRO-RTX-5000 | RTX-2060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 230W | 160W |
| VRAM | 16 GB | 6-12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 3,072 | 1,920 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Turing | Turing |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | |
| Tensor Cores | 384 | 240 |
| FP16 Performance | 11.2 TFLOPS | 6.5 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 11.2 TFLOPS | 6.5 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 336 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
Matching 448 GB/s memory bandwidth allows both GPUs similar efficiency in data-heavy operations like model loading. The Quadro RTX 5000's 16 GB VRAM doubles the RTX 2060 Super's 8 GB capacity: this supports larger batch sizes in training, reducing frequency of data swaps.
The Quadro RTX 5000's 11.2 TFLOPS FP16 and FP32 ratings provide 55 percent higher compute than the RTX 2060 Super's 7.2 TFLOPS. For mixed-precision workflows, FP16 enables halved memory footprint at near-FP32 accuracy, accelerating LLM training and inference on the stronger Quadro.
Quadro RTX 5000's 230 W TDP and NVLink suit intensive multi-GPU setups, while RTX 2060 Super's 175 W favors constrained power budgets. Bandwidth parity minimizes bottlenecks in inference pipelines.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
Quadro RTX 5000
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Paperspace | NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 8 vCPU 30GB RAM 50GB Storage | New York | $0.82/GPU/hr | Available | ||
Paperspace | 2×NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 16 vCPU 60GB RAM 50GB Storage | New York | $0.82/GPU/hr $1.64/hr total (2×) | Available |
When to Choose the Quadro RTX 5000
Quadro RTX 5000 suits memory-bound workloads like large-scale fine-tuning or simulations needing 16 GB VRAM. Its 11.2 TFLOPS FP16/FP32 performance and NVLink enable faster distributed training across GPUs.
Certified drivers and $0.82 per hour cloud availability make it ideal for enterprise AI development.
When to Choose the RTX 2060 SUPER
RTX 2060 Super fits lighter inference or creative tasks within 8 GB VRAM limits, such as Stable Diffusion generation. The 175 W TDP lowers cooling and power demands in multi-GPU clusters.
Its 448 GB/s bandwidth matches professional peers, appealing where cost trumps capacity despite absent cloud offers.
Use Cases
16 GB VRAM on Quadro RTX 5000 supports larger models and batches than 8 GB on RTX 2060 Super. Higher 11.2 TFLOPS accelerates training iterations.
11.2 TFLOPS FP16 performance delivers faster token generation. 16 GB VRAM enables bigger concurrent requests.
Quadro RTX 5000's 16 GB VRAM and NVLink facilitate efficient handling of substantial datasets and multi-GPU scaling.
8 GB VRAM on RTX 2060 Super suffices for image generation pipelines. 175 W TDP optimizes for creative workstations.
11.2 TFLOPS compute and 16 GB VRAM power complex simulations. NVLink boosts multi-GPU throughput.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM?▾
Quadro RTX 5000 provides 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM. RTX 2060 Super offers 8 GB GDDR6. Greater capacity aids large model deployments.
How do memory bandwidths compare?▾
Both achieve 448 GB/s bandwidth. This equality supports consistent data flow in AI pipelines.
What are the FP32 performance differences?▾
Quadro RTX 5000 reaches 11.2 TFLOPS FP32. RTX 2060 Super delivers 7.2 TFLOPS. Quadro processes 55 percent more operations per second.
Which has lower power consumption?▾
RTX 2060 Super draws 175 W TDP. Quadro RTX 5000 requires 230 W. Lower TDP reduces energy costs.
What cloud pricing is available?▾
Quadro RTX 5000 starts from $0.82 per hour across two offers. RTX 2060 Super has no live cloud offers.
Does either support NVLink?▾
Quadro RTX 5000 includes NVLink for GPU interconnects. RTX 2060 Super does not support it.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro RTX 5000 or the RTX 2060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro RTX 5000 and RTX 2060 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 RTX 5000 have compared to the RTX 2060?▾
The Quadro RTX 5000 has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 2060 has 6 to 12 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find Quadro RTX 5000 and RTX 2060 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 RTX 5000 and the RTX 2060?▾
The Quadro RTX 5000 uses the Turing architecture (2018) while the RTX 2060 uses Turing (2019). The Quadro RTX 5000 delivers 1.7x the FP16 throughput and 1.3x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 2060.