NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada vs NVIDIA L40. Specifications, performance, tests

This section provides a detailed comparison of the fundamental technical specifications of the graphics cards NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada and NVIDIA L40. It includes key information such as the GPU chip architecture, the number of processing units, and other core features that directly impact the overall performance of the cards in various applications, including gaming and professional workloads.

• GPU Chip
  AD102 AD102
• Execution units
  18176 18176
• Render Output Units
  192 192
• Texture Units
  568 568
• L1 Cache
  128 KB 128 KB
• L2 Cache
  96 MB 96 MB
• RT Cores
  142 142

This section provides a comparison of the memory configurations of NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada and NVIDIA L40. It includes details such as the memory size, type (e.g., GDDR6, HBM2), and bandwidth, which are key factors that determine how efficiently the card handles large textures, data sets, and high-resolution tasks.Larger memory sizes are typically beneficial for demanding applications like 4K gaming and video editing.

• Memory Size
  48 GB 48 GB
• Memory Type
  GDDR6 GDDR6
• Memory Clock
  2.0 GHz 2.25 GHz
• Memory Speed
  16 Gbps 18 Gbps
• Memory Bandwith
  768.0 GB/s 864.0 GB/s
• Memory Interface
  384 bit 384 bit

This section focuses on comparing the clock speeds of NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada and NVIDIA L40. It includes both the base and boost clock speeds, which directly influence the performance of the GPU during intensive tasks. Faster clock speeds typically translate to higher frame rates in games and quicker processing in compute-heavy applications.

• Base Clock
  2.175 GHz 0.735 GHz
• Boost Clock
  2.535 GHz 2.49 GHz

This section examines the thermal design of NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada and NVIDIA L40. It includes details such as power consumption (in watts) and thermal output during regular operation and overclocking. Efficient thermal management is essential for maintaining stable performance during long gaming sessions or other demanding tasks.

• TDP
  300 W 300 W
• Power Connectors
  1x 16-pin 1x 16-pin
• Slot
  Dual-slot Dual-slot
• Suggested PSU
  700 W 700 W

This section compares the connectivity options available on NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada and NVIDIA L40. These include the number and type of ports like HDMI, DisplayPort, and others that are essential for connecting displays and external devices.This information helps determine which card offers more versatile or modern connectivity options.

• Max. Displays
  4 4
• DP Ports
  4x DisplayPort 1.4a 4x DisplayPort 1.4a

This section compares the technical specifications of NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada and NVIDIA L40. It highlights key features such as API support for DirectX, OpenGL, and Vulkan, which are crucial for running modern games and applications efficiently.These specifications ensure compatibility and optimal performance across a wide range of software environments.

• Max. resolution
  3840x2160 3840x2160
• DirectX
  12.2 12.2
• OpenGL
  4.6 4.6
• OpenCL
  3.0 3.0
• Vulkan
  1.3 1.3
• CUDA
  8.9 8.9
• Shader Model
  6.7 6.7

This section compares the physical dimensions of NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada and NVIDIA L40. It includes the size, weight, and slot requirements, which are important considerations for ensuring compatibility with your PC case, especially in smaller or more compact builds.

• Length
  267 mm 267 mm
• Width
  112 mm 111 mm

This section provides additional information about NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada and NVIDIA L40. It covers aspects such as release dates, interface compatibility, and other unique features that might not be covered in other sections.This helps users make a more informed decision about the suitability of each card for their specific use case.

• Architecture
  Ada Lovelace Ada Lovelace
• GPU Interface
  PCIe 4.0 x16 PCIe 4.0 x16
• Structure size
  4 nm 4 nm
• Release date
  Q4/2022 Q3/2022

• Pixel Rate
  486.7 GPixel/s 478.1 GPixel/s
• Texture Rate
  1,440 GTexel/s 1.414 GTexel/s
• FP16 (half)
  92.15 TFLOPS (1:1) 90.52 TFLOPS (1:1)
• FP32 (float)
  92.15 TFLOPS 90.52 TFLOPS
• FP64 (double)
  1,440 GFLOPS (1:64) 1.414 GFLOPS (1:64)