Performance comparison: which is faster?
GeForce RTX 2080 (NVIDIA, 2018) and NVIDIA Quadro P6000 (NVIDIA, 2017) are compared here. Compare scores and VRAM, generative AI usability, and CPUs that pair well with each GPU.
Overall performance: RTX 2080 is about 3.3% faster
For generative AI, the higher-VRAM Quadro P6000（24GB） has the advantage. For gaming, prioritize performance score and CPU compatibility; for AI, prioritize VRAM.
Relative performance score (higher is faster). Actual fps varies by resolution, game, and CPU configuration.
| Item | RTX 2080 | Quadro P6000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance Score | 15,500 | 15,000 |
| VRAM | 8GB | 24GB |
| Manufacturer | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| Series | RTX 20 | Workstation |
| Release Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| Compatible CPU Example | Ryzen 5 2600 | Ryzen 7 1800X |
These generative AI models can run on only one GPU because of the VRAM difference (Stable Diffusion, Flux, LLMs, and others).
— None (all models that run on Quadro P6000 also run here)
| If You Want To... | Recommended |
|---|---|
| Prioritize high fps and smooth performance in demanding games | RTX 2080 |
| Run larger generative AI and LLM models | Quadro P6000 |
| Prioritize value and adequate performance | Quadro P6000 (the lower model is often sufficient) |
RTX 2080 is about 3.3% higher by score (RTX 2080: 15500 points / Quadro P6000: 15000 points). Actual fps also varies by resolution, game, and CPU, so price is a reasonable deciding factor when the gap is only a few percent.
RTX 2080 has 8GB of VRAM, while Quadro P6000 has 24GB; Quadro P6000 has more. If image generation or a local LLM is even a possibility, the higher-VRAM option provides more room.
Using our guideline, Ryzen 5 2600 pairs well with RTX 2080 and Ryzen 7 1800X with Quadro P6000 (CPU:GPU ≈ 0.9:1). If the CPU is too weak, replacing the GPU may not raise fps, so check the combination before buying.
