RTX PRO 6000 vs GeForce RTX 4090
RTX PRO 6000
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
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Performance Per Dollar RTX PRO 6000
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4090
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX PRO 6000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 12.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (48 GB vs 24 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 4090.
| Insight | RTX PRO 6000 | GeForce RTX 4090 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+12.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-12.6%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 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 (304mm) | Standard Size (304mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4090 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $1,649 versus $8,565 for the RTX PRO 6000, it costs 81% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 361.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RTX PRO 6000 | GeForce RTX 4090 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+361.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($8,565) | ✅More affordable ($1,649) |
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 PRO 6000 and GeForce RTX 4090
RTX PRO 6000
The RTX PRO 6000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2017 MHz to 2407 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: 42,899 points.
GeForce RTX 4090
The GeForce RTX 4090 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 20 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2235 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 16384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 450W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 128 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 38,112 points. Launch price was $1,599.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RTX PRO 6000 scores 42,899 versus the GeForce RTX 4090's 38,112 — the RTX PRO 6000 leads by 12.6%. The RTX PRO 6000 is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 4090 uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 24,064 (RTX PRO 6000) vs 16,384 (GeForce RTX 4090). Raw compute: 115.8 TFLOPS (RTX PRO 6000) vs 82.58 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4090). Boost clocks: 2407 MHz vs 2520 MHz. Ray tracing: 188 RT cores (RTX PRO 6000) vs 128 (GeForce RTX 4090) with 752 Tensor cores vs 512.
| Feature | RTX PRO 6000 | GeForce RTX 4090 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 42,899+13% | 38,112 |
| Architecture | Blackwell 2.0 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 24064+47% | 16384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 115.8 TFLOPS+40% | 82.58 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2407 MHz | 2520 MHz+5% |
| ROPs | 176 | 176 |
| TMUs | 752+47% | 512 |
| L1 Cache | 23.5 MB+47% | 16 MB |
| L2 Cache | 128 MB+78% | 72 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 188+47% | 128 |
| Tensor Cores | 752+47% | 512 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4090 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 RTX PRO 6000 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | RTX PRO 6000 | GeForce RTX 4090 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 RTX PRO 6000 comes with 48 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4090 has 24 GB. The RTX PRO 6000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 960 GB/s (RTX PRO 6000) vs 1008 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4090) — a 5% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4090. Bus width: 384-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 128 MB (RTX PRO 6000) vs 72 MB (GeForce RTX 4090) — the RTX PRO 6000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RTX PRO 6000 | GeForce RTX 4090 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 48 GB+100% | 24 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 960 GB/s | 1008 GB/s+5% |
| Bus Width | 384-bit | 384-bit |
| L2 Cache | 128 MB+78% | 72 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (RTX PRO 6000) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4090). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX PRO 6000 | GeForce RTX 4090 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 9th Gen (RTX PRO 6000) vs 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4090). Decoder: NVDEC 6th Gen vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 (RTX PRO 6000) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4090).
| Feature | RTX PRO 6000 | GeForce RTX 4090 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 9th Gen | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 6th Gen | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX PRO 6000 draws 600W versus the GeForce RTX 4090's 450W — a 28.6% difference. The GeForce RTX 4090 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (RTX PRO 6000) vs 1000W (GeForce RTX 4090). Power connectors: 16-pin vs 16-pin (12VHPWR). Card length: 304mm vs 304mm, occupying 2 vs 3 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | RTX PRO 6000 | GeForce RTX 4090 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 600W | 450W-25% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-50% | 1000W |
| Power Connector | 16-pin | 16-pin (12VHPWR) |
| Length | 304mm | 304mm |
| Height | 137mm | 137mm |
| Slots | 2-33% | 3 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 71.5 | 84.7+18% |
Value Analysis
The RTX PRO 6000 launched at $8565 MSRP and currently averages $8565, while the GeForce RTX 4090 launched at $1599 and now averages $1649. The GeForce RTX 4090 costs 80.7% less ($6916 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.0 (RTX PRO 6000) vs 23.1 (GeForce RTX 4090) — the GeForce RTX 4090 offers 362% better value. The RTX PRO 6000 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2022).
| Feature | RTX PRO 6000 | GeForce RTX 4090 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $8565 | $1599-81% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $8565 | $1649-81% |
| Performance per Dollar | 5.0 | 23.1+362% |
| Codename | GB202 | AD102 |
| Release | 2025 | September 20 2022 |
| Ranking | #608 | #4 |
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