Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) vs L40
Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
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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 Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
Performance Per Dollar L40
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The L40 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 8.8% higher G3D Mark score and 500% more VRAM (48 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel).
| Insight | Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-8.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+8.8%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Turing (2018−2022) / 12nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 4nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (48 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $300 versus $8,174 for the L40, it costs 96% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 2404.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+2404.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($300) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($8,174) |
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 Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) and L40
Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1110 MHz to 1560 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 110W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 29,964 points.
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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) scores 29,964 versus the L40's 32,601 — the L40 leads by 8.8%. The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is built on Turing while the L40 uses Ada Lovelace, both on 12 nm vs 4 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) vs 18,176 (L40). Raw compute: 7.987 TFLOPS (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) vs 90.52 TFLOPS (L40). Boost clocks: 1560 MHz vs 2490 MHz. Ray tracing: 40 RT cores (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) vs 142 (L40) with 320 Tensor cores vs 568.
| Feature | Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 29,964 | 32,601+9% |
| Architecture | Turing | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 4 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560 | 18176+610% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 7.987 TFLOPS | 90.52 TFLOPS+1033% |
| Boost Clock | 1560 MHz | 2490 MHz+60% |
| ROPs | 64 | 192+200% |
| TMUs | 160 | 568+255% |
| L1 Cache | 2.5 MB | 17.8 MB+612% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 96 MB+2300% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 40 | 142+255% |
| Tensor Cores | 320 | 568+78% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The L40 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The L40 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the L40 has 48 GB. The L40 offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) vs 96 MB (L40) — the L40 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 48 GB+500% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 384-bit+50% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 96 MB+2300% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) vs 12.2 (L40). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 4.
| Feature | Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 1 | 4+300% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 6th Gen NVENC (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) vs NVENC 8th Gen (L40). Decoder: 4th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) vs AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 (L40).
| Feature | Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 6th Gen NVENC | NVENC 8th Gen |
| Decoder | 4th Gen NVDEC | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC | AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) draws 110W versus the L40's 300W — a 92.7% difference. The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) vs 750W (L40). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 16-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 110W-63% | 300W |
| Recommended PSU | 650W-13% | 750W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 16-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 267mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C-6% | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 272.4+151% | 108.7 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) launched at $900 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the L40 launched at $31000 and now averages $8174. The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) costs 96.3% less ($7874 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 99.9 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) vs 4.0 (L40) — the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) offers 2397.5% better value. The L40 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).
| Feature | Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $900-97% | $31000 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $300-96% | $8174 |
| Performance per Dollar | 99.9+2398% | 4.0 |
| Codename | TU104 | AD102 |
| Release | May 27 2019 | October 13 2022 |
| Ranking | #201 | #61 |
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