L40 vs RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
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About G3D Mark
G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.
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Performance Per Dollar L40
Performance Per Dollar RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 29.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (96 GB vs 48 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the L40.
| Insight | L40 | RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-29.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+29.5%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 4nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (48 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (96 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $8,199 (vs $8,174), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 29.1% better value per dollar than the L40.
| Insight | L40 | RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+29.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($8,174) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($8,199) |
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of L40 and RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
L40
The L40 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 13 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 735 MHz to 2490 MHz. It has 18176 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 142 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 32,601 points.
RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 18 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1590 MHz to 2617 MHz. It has 24064 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 600W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 188 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 42,223 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the L40 scores 32,601 versus the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition's 42,223 — the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition leads by 29.5%. The L40 is built on Ada Lovelace while the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition uses Blackwell 2.0, both on 4 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 18,176 (L40) vs 24,064 (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition). Raw compute: 90.52 TFLOPS (L40) vs 126 TFLOPS (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition). Boost clocks: 2490 MHz vs 2617 MHz. Ray tracing: 142 RT cores (L40) vs 188 (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) with 568 Tensor cores vs 752.
| Feature | L40 | RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 32,601 | 42,223+30% |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 4 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 18176 | 24064+32% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 90.52 TFLOPS | 126 TFLOPS+39% |
| Boost Clock | 2490 MHz | 2617 MHz+5% |
| ROPs | 192 | 192 |
| TMUs | 568 | 752+32% |
| L1 Cache | 17.8 MB | 23.5 MB+32% |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB | 128 MB+33% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 142 | 188+32% |
| Tensor Cores | 568 | 752+32% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | L40 | RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The L40 comes with 48 GB of VRAM, while the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition has 96 GB. The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 960 GB/s (L40) vs 1792 GB/s (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) — a 86.7% advantage for the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition. Bus width: 384-bit vs 512-bit. L2 Cache: 96 MB (L40) vs 128 MB (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) — the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | L40 | RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 48 GB | 96 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 960 GB/s | 1792 GB/s+87% |
| Bus Width | 384-bit | 512-bit+33% |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB | 128 MB+33% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (L40) vs 12.2 (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | L40 | RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th Gen (L40) vs NVENC 9th Gen (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC 6th Gen. Supported codecs: AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 (L40) vs H.264,H.265,AV1 (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition).
| Feature | L40 | RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th Gen | NVENC 9th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | NVDEC 6th Gen |
| Codecs | AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 | H.264,H.265,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The L40 draws 300W versus the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition's 600W — a 66.7% difference. The L40 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (L40) vs 650W (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition). Power connectors: 16-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | L40 | RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W-50% | 600W |
| Recommended PSU | 750W | 650W-13% |
| Power Connector | 16-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C-6% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 108.7+54% | 70.4 |
Value Analysis
The L40 launched at $31000 MSRP and currently averages $8174, while the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition launched at $11605 and now averages $8199. The L40 costs 0.3% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.0 (L40) vs 5.1 (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) — the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition offers 27.5% better value. The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2022).
| Feature | L40 | RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $31000 | $11605-63% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $8174 | $8199 |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.0 | 5.1+27% |
| Codename | AD102 | GB202 |
| Release | October 13 2022 | March 18 2025 |
| Ranking | #61 | #2 |
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