NVIDIA RTX A5000-12Q Graphics Card 12 GB

The RTX A5000-12Q is a professional graphics card by NVIDIA, launched on April 12th, 2021. Built on the 8 nm process, and based on the GA102 graphics processor, the card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate. The GA102 graphics processor is a large chip with a die area of 628 mm² and 28,300 million transistors. Unlike the fully unlocked GeForce RTX 3090 Ti, which uses the same GPU but has all 10752 shaders enabled, NVIDIA has disabled some shading units on the RTX A5000-12Q to reach the product’s target shader count. It features 8192 shading units, 256 texture mapping units, and 96 ROPs. Also included are 256 tensor cores which help improve the speed of machine learning applications. The card also has 64 raytracing acceleration cores. NVIDIA has paired 12 GB GDDR6 memory with the RTX A5000-12Q, which are connected using a 384-bit memory interface. The GPU is operating at a frequency of 1170 MHz, which can be boosted up to 1695 MHz, memory is running at 2000 MHz (16 Gbps effective).

Being a dual-slot card, the NVIDIA RTX A5000-12Q draws power from 1x 8-pin power connector, with power draw rated at 230 W maximum. Display outputs include: 4x DisplayPort 1.4a. RTX A5000-12Q is connected to the rest of the system using a PCI-Express 4.0 x16 interface. The card measures 267 mm in length, 112 mm in width, and features a dual-slot cooling solution.

Key Features:

1. NVIDIA Ampere Architecture

• • CUDA Cores
    Packed with 8,192 CUDA cores, the RTX A5000 provides a significant performance boost for parallel processing, enabling faster rendering, simulation, and computation across demanding applications.
  • Second-Generation RT Cores
    Enhanced Ray Tracing Cores deliver 2x the throughput of the previous generation, supporting real-time rendering of photorealistic scenes with advanced lighting, shadows, and reflections.
  • Third-Generation Tensor Cores
    Tensor Cores accelerate AI-powered workflows, including denoising, deep learning, and real-time simulation, delivering faster and more accurate results.

2. 24GB GDDR6 ECC Memory

• • High-Capacity GDDR6 VRAM
    Equipped with 24GB of GDDR6 memory, the RTX A5000 ensures seamless handling of large datasets, complex models, and high-resolution video editing projects.
  • ECC Support
    Error-correcting code (ECC) memory enhances data integrity and reliability, making the card suitable for mission-critical tasks and extended operational cycles.
  • Memory Bandwidth
    With 768 GB/s of memory bandwidth, the A5000 facilitates rapid data transfers for intensive workloads.

3. Real-Time Ray Tracing

• • Photorealistic Rendering
    The RTX A5000’s second-generation RT Cores enable real-time ray tracing with minimal performance impact, ideal for rendering applications in architecture, engineering, and media production.
  • Hybrid Rendering Support
    Combines rasterization and ray tracing for optimized performance and visual fidelity in complex scenes.

4. AI-Enhanced Productivity

• • Accelerated AI Workflows
    Third-generation Tensor Cores improve AI tasks such as training and inference for deep learning models, allowing faster and more efficient processing of large-scale datasets.
  • NVIDIA AI Tools
    Leverages the NVIDIA AI ecosystem, including TensorRT and CUDA-X AI, to streamline machine learning and data science projects.

5. Multi-GPU Support with NVLink

• • Scalable Performance
    The A5000 supports NVIDIA NVLink, enabling multi-GPU setups with up to 112.5 GB/s of inter-GPU bandwidth for enhanced scalability in rendering farms and HPC applications.
  • Extended Memory Capacity
    NVLink allows GPUs to share memory, effectively increasing the available memory pool for large-scale simulations and data-intensive tasks.

6. Energy Efficiency and Thermal Design

• • Optimized Power Usage
    Designed with a power-efficient architecture, the A5000 operates at a 230W TDP, providing high performance without excessive energy consumption.
  • Advanced Cooling
    A dual-slot blower-style cooling solution ensures efficient heat dissipation, maintaining performance stability during prolonged workloads.

7. Professional Visualization

• • Quad Display Support
    With 4 DisplayPort 1.4a outputs, the A5000 supports multi-display configurations, including 8K displays, for immersive visualization and expanded workspace setups.
  • NVIDIA Mosaic Technology
    Scale visuals seamlessly across multiple displays for large-scale collaborative environments and control rooms.

8. NVIDIA Studio Certification

• • Optimized for Creative Applications
    Certified for professional software like Adobe Premiere Pro, Blender, Autodesk Maya, and DaVinci Resolve, ensuring compatibility and enhanced performance.
  • Enhanced Workflow Efficiency
    Accelerates tasks such as video editing, 3D modeling, and animation, saving time and improving productivity.

Applications:

1. Design and Visualization

• • Architectural Visualization
    Create realistic architectural walkthroughs and renderings with real-time ray tracing.
  • Product Design and Prototyping
    Accelerate design iterations and visualize prototypes with photorealistic detail in CAD and 3D modeling software.

2. Media and Entertainment

• • Video Editing and Post-Production
    Handle high-resolution video projects, including 8K video editing, with smooth playback and accelerated rendering.
  • VFX and Animation
    Render complex animations and visual effects in real-time, leveraging AI tools for faster processing.

3. Scientific Computing

• • Simulations and Research
    Perform fluid dynamics, molecular modeling, and other scientific simulations with enhanced precision and speed.
  • Data Analytics
    Analyze large datasets and perform predictive modeling efficiently, thanks to the card’s parallel processing capabilities.

4. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

• • AI Model Training
    Train and deploy deep learning models with optimized Tensor Cores and CUDA performance.
  • Inference at Scale
    Accelerate AI inference tasks, improving responsiveness and scalability for real-world applications.

5. Virtual Reality (VR)

• • Immersive Experiences
    Power professional VR applications, from architectural walkthroughs to immersive training simulations, with high fidelity and low latency.
  • Multi-User VR
    Support collaborative VR environments with multiple users simultaneously.

Why Choose the NVIDIA RTX A5000?

1. Exceptional Performance
   • With 8,192 CUDA cores, second-gen RT Cores, and third-gen Tensor Cores, the RTX A5000 provides unmatched speed and efficiency for complex workflows.
2. Ample Memory Capacity
   • 24GB of GDDR6 ECC memory ensures seamless performance for large-scale projects, including 3D rendering, AI model training, and 8K video editing.
3. Scalable Multi-GPU Capability
   • NVLink compatibility allows scaling performance across multiple GPUs for rendering farms, simulations, and HPC workloads.
4. Energy Efficiency
   • Operates at a modest 230W TDP, providing excellent performance while minimizing energy consumption.
5. Professional-Grade Reliability
   • ECC memory and certification for professional software ensure data integrity, stability, and compatibility in mission-critical tasks.
6. Future-Proof Features
   • Support for advanced technologies like ray tracing, AI, and 8K displays makes the RTX A5000 ready for next-generation applications and workflows.