Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX-A6000 | RTX-PRO-6000-BLACKWELL |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 400W |
| VRAM | 48 GB | 96 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 10,752 | 21,760 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR7 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Blackwell |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | NVLink |
| Tensor Cores | 336 | 680 |
| FP16 Performance | 38.7 TFLOPS | 125 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 38.7 TFLOPS | 125 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 0.6 TFLOPS | |
| Memory Bandwidth | 768 GB/s | 1,792 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
Compute performance shows a clear upgrade: the RTX PRO 6000 achieves 125 TFLOPS in both FP16 and FP32, over three times the 38.7 TFLOPS of the RTX A6000. This delta accelerates deep learning training and inference, where FP16 handles mixed-precision workloads efficiently, and equal FP16/FP32 ratios ensure balanced throughput without bottlenecks. The RTX PRO 6000 introduces FP8 at 2000 TFLOPS, ideal for ultra-efficient inference on quantized models. Memory differences matter greatly: 96 GB GDDR7 VRAM versus 48 GB GDDR6 supports larger models and batch sizes, preventing out-of-memory errors in LLM training. Bandwidth of 1792 GB/s on the RTX PRO 6000, compared to 768 GB/s, reduces data transfer latency, enabling bigger batches in memory-bound tasks like image generation or simulations. Higher TDP at 400W reflects the RTX PRO 6000's demands, versus 300W for the RTX A6000.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
RTX A6000
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 TensorDock | NVIDIA RTX A6000 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 0 vCPU 0GB RAM | Chubbuck, Idaho | $0.40/GPU/hr | Available | ||
 RunPod | NVIDIA RTX A6000 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 9 vCPU 50GB RAM | 🌍global | $0.49/GPU/hr | |||
 Hyperstack | NVIDIA RTX A6000 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 28 vCPU 58GB RAM 100GB Storage | Canada | $0.50/GPU/hr | Available | ||
Hyperstack | 2×NVIDIA RTX A6000 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 60 vCPU 116GB RAM 300GB Storage | Canada | $0.50/GPU/hr $1.00/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
 Massed Compute | NVIDIA RTX A6000 48GB VRAM | 48GB | 6 vCPU 32GB RAM 256GB Storage | Iowa | $0.55/GPU/hr | Available |
When to Choose the RTX A6000
Budget constraints favor the RTX A6000, with cloud pricing from $0.25 per hour and average $1.10 per hour across 54 offers, versus $0.59 per hour starting and $1.14 average for only 6 RTX PRO 6000 offers. Lower 300W TDP suits power-limited environments or cost-sensitive deployments. Mature Ampere ecosystem ensures broad software compatibility for established workflows like CAD or moderate AI tasks within 48 GB VRAM.
When to Choose the RTX PRO 6000
Cutting-edge performance demands the RTX PRO 6000, leveraging 125 TFLOPS FP16/FP32 and 96 GB VRAM for large-scale AI models. FP8 at 2000 TFLOPS excels in high-throughput inference, while 1792 GB/s bandwidth handles massive datasets. Blackwell architecture future-proofs investments despite higher 400W TDP and fewer availability options.
Use Cases
The RTX PRO 6000's 125 TFLOPS FP16 and 96 GB VRAM handle larger models and batches better than the RTX A6000's 38.7 TFLOPS and 48 GB. Higher 1792 GB/s bandwidth reduces training time significantly.
FP8 performance at 2000 TFLOPS on the RTX PRO 6000 enables quantized inference at scales unattainable by the RTX A6000. 96 GB VRAM supports serving massive LLMs with high throughput.
RTX PRO 6000 triples FP32 speed to 125 TFLOPS over 38.7 TFLOPS, accelerating fine-tuning iterations. Double VRAM capacity fits complex adapters without splitting across GPUs.
RTX A6000's 48 GB VRAM and 38.7 TFLOPS suffice for most image generation at lower $0.25 per hour entry cost. RTX PRO 6000 shines for high-resolution batches via 1792 GB/s bandwidth.
Blackwell's 125 TFLOPS FP32 outperforms Ampere's 38.7 TFLOPS in simulations. 96 GB VRAM manages large datasets, with NVLink enabling scalable clusters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has more VRAM?▾
The RTX PRO 6000 provides 96 GB GDDR7 VRAM, double the 48 GB GDDR6 on the RTX A6000. This supports larger models in AI workloads. Bandwidth also doubles to 1792 GB/s from 768 GB/s.
What are the compute performance differences?▾
RTX PRO 6000 delivers 125 TFLOPS FP16 and FP32, over three times the RTX A6000's 38.7 TFLOPS in both. It adds FP8 at 2000 TFLOPS for inference. These gains speed up training and serving.
How do cloud prices compare?▾
RTX A6000 starts at $0.25 per hour with average $1.10 across 54 offers. RTX PRO 6000 begins at $0.59 per hour, averaging $1.14 over 6 offers. Availability favors the older model.
What is the power consumption?▾
RTX A6000 has 300W TDP, lower than the RTX PRO 6000's 400W. This impacts cooling and energy costs in deployments. Both use PCIe and NVLink.
Which architecture is newer?▾
RTX PRO 6000 uses Blackwell from 2025, succeeding Ampere 2020 in the RTX A6000. Blackwell brings FP8 support and higher bandwidth. It future-proofs professional applications.
Are they compatible for multi-GPU?▾
Both support NVLink interconnects and PCIe form factors. RTX A6000 has more cloud offers at 54 versus 6 for RTX PRO 6000. This enables scalable clusters equally.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX A6000 or the RTX PRO 6000?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX A6000 and RTX PRO 6000 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 RTX A6000 have compared to the RTX PRO 6000?▾
The RTX A6000 has 48 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX PRO 6000 has 96 GB of GDDR7 memory.
Can I find RTX A6000 and RTX PRO 6000 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 RTX A6000 and the RTX PRO 6000?▾
The RTX A6000 uses the Ampere architecture (2020) while the RTX PRO 6000 uses Blackwell (2025). The RTX PRO 6000 delivers 3.2x the FP16 throughput and 2.3x the memory bandwidth of the RTX A6000.