RTX 5880 Ada Generation vs RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
RTX 5880 Ada Generation
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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 RTX 5880 Ada Generation
Performance Per Dollar RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the RTX 5880 Ada Generation offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.6%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (48 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (24 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $1,700 versus $6,000 for the RTX 5880 Ada Generation, it costs 72% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 272.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+272.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($6,000) | ✅More affordable ($1,700) |
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 RTX 5880 Ada Generation and RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
RTX 5880 Ada Generation
The RTX 5880 Ada Generation is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 5 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 975 MHz to 2460 MHz. It has 14080 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 285W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 110 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 25,096 points.
RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 18 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1230 MHz to 2055 MHz. It has 8960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 140W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 70 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,498 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RTX 5880 Ada Generation scores 25,096 versus the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell's 26,498 — the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell leads by 5.6%. The RTX 5880 Ada Generation is built on Ada Lovelace while the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell uses Blackwell 2.0, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 14,080 (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 8,960 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell). Raw compute: 69.27 TFLOPS (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 36.83 TFLOPS (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 2055 MHz. Ray tracing: 110 RT cores (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 70 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) with 440 Tensor cores vs 280.
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 25,096 | 26,498+6% |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 14080+57% | 8960 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 69.27 TFLOPS+88% | 36.83 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2460 MHz+20% | 2055 MHz |
| ROPs | 176+83% | 96 |
| TMUs | 440+57% | 280 |
| L1 Cache | 13.8 MB+57% | 8.8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 72 MB+50% | 48 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 110+57% | 70 |
| Tensor Cores | 440+57% | 280 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RTX 5880 Ada Generation comes with 48 GB of VRAM, while the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell has 24 GB. The RTX 5880 Ada Generation offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 768 GB/s (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 432 GB/s (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) — a 77.8% advantage for the RTX 5880 Ada Generation. Bus width: 384-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 72 MB (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 48 MB (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) — the RTX 5880 Ada Generation has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 48 GB+100% | 24 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 768 GB/s+78% | 432 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+100% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 72 MB+50% | 48 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 12.2 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 9th Gen NVENC (2x) (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs 6th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP8,VP9 (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell).
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | 9th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | 6th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP8,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX 5880 Ada Generation draws 285W versus the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell's 140W — a 68.2% difference. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 650W (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell). Power connectors: 16-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 285W | 140W-51% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 650W |
| Power Connector | 16-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | 267mm |
| Height | 112mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 88.1 | 189.3+115% |
Value Analysis
The RTX 5880 Ada Generation launched at $6000 MSRP and currently averages $6000, while the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell launched at $1999 and now averages $1700. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell costs 71.7% less ($4300 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.2 (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 15.6 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) — the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell offers 271.4% better value. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2024).
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $6000 | $1999-67% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $6000 | $1700-72% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.2 | 15.6+271% |
| Codename | AD102 | GB203 |
| Release | January 5 2024 | March 18 2025 |
| Ranking | #40 | #48 |
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