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RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
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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 PRO 4000 Blackwell
Performance Per Dollar RTX 5880 Ada Generation
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 PRO 4000 Blackwell | RTX 5880 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.6%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (24 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (48 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| 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 PRO 4000 Blackwell | RTX 5880 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+272.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($1,700) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($6,000) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell and RTX 5880 Ada Generation
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.
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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell scores 26,498 versus the RTX 5880 Ada Generation's 25,096 — the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell leads by 5.6%. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the RTX 5880 Ada Generation uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 8,960 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 14,080 (RTX 5880 Ada Generation). Raw compute: 36.83 TFLOPS (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 69.27 TFLOPS (RTX 5880 Ada Generation). Boost clocks: 2055 MHz vs 2460 MHz. Ray tracing: 70 RT cores (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 110 (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) with 280 Tensor cores vs 440.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | RTX 5880 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 26,498+6% | 25,096 |
| Architecture | Blackwell 2.0 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 8960 | 14080+57% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 36.83 TFLOPS | 69.27 TFLOPS+88% |
| Boost Clock | 2055 MHz | 2460 MHz+20% |
| ROPs | 96 | 176+83% |
| TMUs | 280 | 440+57% |
| L1 Cache | 8.8 MB | 13.8 MB+57% |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 72 MB+50% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 70 | 110+57% |
| Tensor Cores | 280 | 440+57% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | RTX 5880 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 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 PRO 4000 Blackwell comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the RTX 5880 Ada Generation has 48 GB. The RTX 5880 Ada Generation offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 432 GB/s (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 768 GB/s (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) — a 77.8% advantage for the RTX 5880 Ada Generation. Bus width: 192-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 48 MB (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 72 MB (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) — the RTX 5880 Ada Generation has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | RTX 5880 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 24 GB | 48 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 432 GB/s | 768 GB/s+78% |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 384-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 72 MB+50% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 12 Ultimate (RTX 5880 Ada Generation). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | RTX 5880 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+2% | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 9th Gen NVENC (2x) (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs NVENC 8th gen (RTX 5880 Ada Generation). Decoder: 6th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP8,VP9 (RTX 5880 Ada Generation).
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | RTX 5880 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 9th Gen NVENC (2x) | NVENC 8th gen |
| Decoder | 6th Gen NVDEC | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP8,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell draws 140W versus the RTX 5880 Ada Generation's 285W — a 68.2% difference. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 650W (RTX 5880 Ada Generation). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 16-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | RTX 5880 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 140W-51% | 285W |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 650W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 16-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 189.3+115% | 88.1 |
Value Analysis
The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell launched at $1999 MSRP and currently averages $1700, while the RTX 5880 Ada Generation launched at $6000 and now averages $6000. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell costs 71.7% less ($4300 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.6 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 4.2 (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) — the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell offers 271.4% better value. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2024).
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | RTX 5880 Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1999-67% | $6000 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1700-72% | $6000 |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.6+271% | 4.2 |
| Codename | GB203 | AD102 |
| Release | March 18 2025 | January 5 2024 |
| Ranking | #48 | #40 |
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