Quadro RTX A6000 vs RTX 4000 Ada Generation
Quadro RTX A6000
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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 A6000
Performance Per Dollar RTX 4000 Ada Generation
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX 4000 Ada Generation is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro RTX A6000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro RTX A6000 | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.5%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (48 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (2 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The RTX 4000 Ada Generation offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $1,547 versus $3,500 for the Quadro RTX A6000, it costs 56% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 138.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro RTX A6000 | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+138.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($3,500) | ✅More affordable ($1,547) |
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 A6000 and RTX 4000 Ada Generation
Quadro RTX A6000
The Quadro RTX A6000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 5 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1410 MHz to 1800 MHz. It has 10752 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 84 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,798 points. Launch price was $4,649.
RTX 4000 Ada Generation
The RTX 4000 Ada Generation is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 9 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1500 MHz to 1560 MHz. It has 6144 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 48 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 24,046 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro RTX A6000 scores 22,798 versus the RTX 4000 Ada Generation's 24,046 — the RTX 4000 Ada Generation leads by 5.5%. The Quadro RTX A6000 is built on Ampere while the RTX 4000 Ada Generation uses Ada Lovelace, both on 8 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 10,752 (Quadro RTX A6000) vs 6,144 (RTX 4000 Ada Generation). Raw compute: 38.71 TFLOPS (Quadro RTX A6000) vs 26.73 TFLOPS (RTX 4000 Ada Generation). Boost clocks: 1800 MHz vs 1560 MHz. Ray tracing: 84 RT cores (Quadro RTX A6000) vs 48 (RTX 4000 Ada Generation) with 336 Tensor cores vs 192.
| Feature | Quadro RTX A6000 | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 22,798 | 24,046+5% |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 10752+75% | 6144 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 38.71 TFLOPS+45% | 26.73 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1800 MHz+15% | 1560 MHz |
| ROPs | 112+75% | 64 |
| TMUs | 336+75% | 192 |
| L1 Cache | 10.5 MB+75% | 6 MB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB | 48 MB+700% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 84+75% | 48 |
| Tensor Cores | 336+75% | 192 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the RTX 4000 Ada Generation 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 Quadro RTX A6000 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | Quadro RTX A6000 | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro RTX A6000 comes with 48 GB of VRAM, while the RTX 4000 Ada Generation has 2 GB. The Quadro RTX A6000 offers 2300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 768 GB/s (Quadro RTX A6000) vs 360 GB/s (RTX 4000 Ada Generation) — a 113.3% advantage for the Quadro RTX A6000. Bus width: 384-bit vs 160-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (Quadro RTX A6000) vs 48 MB (RTX 4000 Ada Generation) — the RTX 4000 Ada Generation has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro RTX A6000 | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 48 GB+2300% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 ECC |
| Memory Bandwidth | 768 GB/s+113% | 360 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+140% | 160-bit |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB | 48 MB+700% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (Quadro RTX A6000) vs 12.2 (RTX 4000 Ada Generation). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Quadro RTX A6000 | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (7th Gen) (Quadro RTX A6000) vs 8th Gen NVENC (3x) (RTX 4000 Ada Generation). Decoder: NVDEC (5th Gen) vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (Quadro RTX A6000) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (RTX 4000 Ada Generation).
| Feature | Quadro RTX A6000 | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (7th Gen) | 8th Gen NVENC (3x) |
| Decoder | NVDEC (5th Gen) | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro RTX A6000 draws 300W versus the RTX 4000 Ada Generation's 70W — a 124.3% difference. The RTX 4000 Ada Generation is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Quadro RTX A6000) vs 750W (RTX 4000 Ada Generation). Power connectors: 8-pin EPS vs 1x 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 80°C.
| Feature | Quadro RTX A6000 | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 70W-77% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-33% | 750W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin EPS | 1x 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | 80°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 76.0 | 343.5+352% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro RTX A6000 launched at $4649 MSRP and currently averages $3500, while the RTX 4000 Ada Generation launched at $1999 and now averages $1547. The RTX 4000 Ada Generation costs 55.8% less ($1953 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.5 (Quadro RTX A6000) vs 15.5 (RTX 4000 Ada Generation) — the RTX 4000 Ada Generation offers 138.5% better value. The RTX 4000 Ada Generation is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2020).
| Feature | Quadro RTX A6000 | RTX 4000 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $4649 | $1999-57% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3500 | $1547-56% |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.5 | 15.5+138% |
| Codename | GA102 | AD104 |
| Release | October 5 2020 | August 9 2023 |
| Ranking | #54 | #47 |
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