Specifications Compared
| Spec | QUADRO-RTX-5000 | RTX-3080 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 230W | 320W |
| VRAM | 16 GB | 10-12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 3,072 | 8,704 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | |
| Tensor Cores | 384 | 272 |
| FP16 Performance | 11.2 TFLOPS | 29.8 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 11.2 TFLOPS | 29.8 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 760 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 3080 Ti demonstrates superior raw compute capability with 29.8 TFLOPS in both FP16 and FP32 performance, doubling the Quadro RTX 5000's 11.2 TFLOPS in each metric. This gap translates to faster model training and inference times on the RTX 3080 Ti, particularly for deep learning tasks where FP16 tensor cores accelerate matrix operations by up to 2.7 times the generational predecessor. Higher memory bandwidth of 760 GB/s on the RTX 3080 Ti supports larger batch sizes during training, reducing overhead from data transfers compared to the 448 GB/s on the Quadro RTX 5000. The Quadro RTX 5000 counters with 16 GB VRAM versus 12 GB on the RTX 3080 Ti, enabling it to handle larger models without swapping to system memory in VRAM-constrained scenarios. Power draw differs at 320 W TDP for the RTX 3080 Ti against 230 W for the Quadro RTX 5000, impacting density in multi-GPU cloud instances.
Live Cloud Pricing
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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
Users should select the Quadro RTX 5000 for workloads demanding more VRAM, such as loading expansive scientific datasets or models exceeding 12 GB. Its NVLink interconnect facilitates multi-GPU scaling in professional simulations where data synchronization is critical. At 16 GB GDDR6, it outperforms the RTX 3080 Ti in memory-intensive tasks despite lower compute at 11.2 TFLOPS.
When to Choose the RTX 3080 Ti
The RTX 3080 Ti excels in high-throughput AI training and inference due to 29.8 TFLOPS FP16/FP32 performance and 760 GB/s bandwidth. Cloud deployments benefit from its pricing starting at $0.08 per hour, offering better value for general compute over the Quadro RTX 5000's $0.82 per hour. Newer Ampere architecture provides efficiency gains in modern frameworks.
Use Cases
The RTX 3080 Ti's 29.8 TFLOPS FP16 performance accelerates large model training significantly over the Quadro RTX 5000's 11.2 TFLOPS. Higher 760 GB/s bandwidth supports bigger batches.
RTX 3080 Ti handles inference at 29.8 TFLOPS FP32, doubling Quadro RTX 5000 speed for real-time serving. Lower $0.08 per hour cost optimizes production scaling.
Ampere's tensor cores on RTX 3080 Ti provide 2.7x compute uplift for fine-tuning iterations versus Turing on Quadro RTX 5000. Bandwidth aids gradient computations.
RTX 3080 Ti generates images faster with 29.8 TFLOPS and 760 GB/s bandwidth, ideal for diffusion models. Cost efficiency at $0.14 average per hour beats Quadro RTX 5000.
Quadro RTX 5000's 16 GB VRAM loads larger datasets without paging, unlike 12 GB on RTX 3080 Ti. NVLink enables precise multi-GPU scientific simulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM?▾
The Quadro RTX 5000 provides 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM, exceeding the RTX 3080 Ti's 12 GB GDDR6X. This advantage suits memory-heavy workloads. Bandwidth remains lower at 448 GB/s versus 760 GB/s.
What is the performance difference in TFLOPS?▾
RTX 3080 Ti achieves 29.8 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, compared to 11.2 TFLOPS on Quadro RTX 5000. This yields roughly 2.7 times faster compute for AI tasks. Ampere architecture drives the uplift.
How do cloud prices compare?▾
RTX 3080 Ti starts at $0.08 per hour with $0.14 average across four offers, far below Quadro RTX 5000's $0.82 average across two. Price favors RTX 3080 Ti for cost-sensitive users.
Which has higher power consumption?▾
RTX 3080 Ti draws 320 W TDP, higher than Quadro RTX 5000's 230 W. This affects multi-GPU instance density in clouds. Efficiency per watt leans toward Ampere.
Does Quadro RTX 5000 support NVLink?▾
Yes, Quadro RTX 5000 includes NVLink for multi-GPU connectivity, absent on RTX 3080 Ti. It enhances data-parallel scientific computing. PCIe form factor is common to both.
Which architecture is newer?▾
RTX 3080 Ti uses Ampere from 2020, succeeding Turing in Quadro RTX 5000 from 2018. Newer design boosts tensor performance to 29.8 TFLOPS. Backward compatibility aids transitions.
Which is cheaper to rent, the Quadro RTX 5000 or the RTX 3080?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the Quadro RTX 5000 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 RTX 5000 have compared to the RTX 3080?▾
The Quadro RTX 5000 has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 3080 has 10 to 12 GB of GDDR6X memory.
Can I find Quadro RTX 5000 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 RTX 5000 and the RTX 3080?▾
The Quadro RTX 5000 uses the Turing architecture (2018) while the RTX 3080 uses Ampere (2020). The RTX 3080 delivers 2.7x the FP16 throughput and 1.7x the memory bandwidth of the Quadro RTX 5000.