Performance comparison: which is faster?
GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER (NVIDIA, 2024) and NVIDIA RTX A6000 (NVIDIA, 2020) are compared here. Compare scores and VRAM, generative AI usability, and CPUs that pair well with each GPU.
Overall performance: RTX 4080 SUPER is about 10.9% faster
For generative AI, the higher-VRAM RTX A6000（48GB） 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 4080 SUPER | RTX A6000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance Score | 35,500 | 32,000 |
| VRAM | 16GB | 48GB |
| Manufacturer | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| Series | RTX 40 | Workstation |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2020 |
| Compatible CPU Example | Ryzen 9 9950X3D | Ryzen 9 9950X3D |
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 RTX A6000 also run here)
| If You Want To... | Recommended |
|---|---|
| Prioritize high fps and smooth performance in demanding games | RTX 4080 SUPER |
| Run larger generative AI and LLM models | RTX A6000 |
| Prioritize value and adequate performance | RTX A6000 (the lower model is often sufficient) |
RTX 4080 SUPER is about 10.9% higher by score (RTX 4080 SUPER: 35500 points / RTX A6000: 32000 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 4080 SUPER has 16GB of VRAM, while RTX A6000 has 48GB; RTX A6000 has more. If image generation or a local LLM is even a possibility, the higher-VRAM option provides more room.
Using our guideline, Ryzen 9 9950X3D pairs well with RTX 4080 SUPER and Ryzen 9 9950X3D with RTX A6000 (CPU:GPU ≈ 0.9:1). If the CPU is too weak, replacing the GPU may not raise fps, so check the combination before buying.
