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NVIDIA · Workstation · 2020

NVIDIA RTX A6000

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Tier A
VRAM 48 GB GDDR6
TDP 254 W
Cores 8 400
Bench Score 5 600
NVIDIA RTX A6000 — 1440p / Ultra

NVIDIA RTX A6000: a great choice for 1440p at high–ultra settings. Average FPS of the NVIDIA RTX A6000 across 10 popular games (1440p, Ultra): 179 FPS. Recommended power supply: 600 W.

model estimate · data updated · methodology

NVIDIA RTX A6000 — NVIDIA desktop graphics card (Workstation, 2020). 48 GB GDDR6, TDP 254 W. See gaming FPS, benchmarks and prices on FPSHQ.

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NVIDIA RTX A6000: everything about this graphics card

Games, CPU, power supply, comparisons, upgrades, drivers and prices — all FPSHQ pages about this model.

Full specs of the NVIDIA RTX A6000

ArchitectureWorkstation
CUDA / Shading8400
Boost Clock2000 MHz
Video memory48 GB GDDR6
Memory bus384 bit
TDP254 W
InterfacePCIe 4.0
PCIe4.0
DLSSversion 2
RT cores50
Tensor cores254
AV1 encoderno
FP3233.60 TFLOPS
Process node5 nm
Bench Score5600
Release year2020

📡 NVIDIA RTX A6000 profile

Strengths and weaknesses across 5 parameters (0–100).

Rasterization56Ray Tracing60Efficiency100VRAM amount100

📊 Position in the performance ranking

Compared with other models. A longer bar means a higher result.

🎯 Average FPS by resolution

Expected frame rate (average across popular games, High/Ultra settings).

1080p117 FPS · ✓ Comfortable
1440p78 FPS · ✓ Comfortable
4K41 FPS · ⚠ Playable

📊 FPS of the NVIDIA RTX A6000 in popular games (1440p) (1440p, Ultra)

Green — 60+ FPS (comfortable), yellow — 30–60 (playable), red — below 30. Dashed line marks 60 FPS.

💬 FPSHQ advice

The NVIDIA RTX A6000 is a great 1440p choice. Turn on DLSS/FSR Quality — that is a "free" 30–40% FPS with no image loss.

— FPSHQ · FPSHQ recommendation for the NVIDIA RTX A6000 · methodology

Who it is for

  • ✓ 1440p Ultra

FPS of the NVIDIA RTX A6000 in popular games (1440p)

Real performance measurements of the NVIDIA RTX A6000 in the most popular games of 2024–2026. All tests at 1440p, High graphics settings.

Key figures

Unique FPSHQ metrics from this page's data

5,600
FPSHQ performance score FPSHQ index
faster than 83% of catalogue GPUs
117FPS
average FPS at 1080p (High, popular games) model estimate
78FPS
average FPS at 1440p (High, popular games) model estimate
41FPS
average FPS at 4K (High, popular games) model estimate
10
of 10 popular games run at 60+ FPS (1440p Ultra) model estimate
254W
TDP
recommended PSU 600 W
In short

How powerful is NVIDIA RTX A6000 and which resolution is it for?

NVIDIA RTX A6000 (2020): FPSHQ performance score at the 83th percentile of the catalogue, class 1440p / Ultra. Average FPS of the FPSHQ model in popular games at High settings: 117 at 1080p, 78 at 1440p, 41 at 4K; at 1440p Ultra, 10 of the 10 most popular games run at 60+ FPS (average 179 FPS). VRAM 48 GB, TDP 254 W, recommended PSU 600 W. Source of the numbers: per the FPSHQ catalog (Bench Score is FPSHQ's own performance index); FPSHQ model estimate (not a measurement). (model accuracy)

FPSHQ performance score
5,600 FPSHQ index
1080p
117 FPS model estimate
1440p
78 FPS model estimate
4K
41 FPS model estimate
updated · source: GPU/CPU Comparisons, FPSHQ model estimate

Frequently asked questions about the NVIDIA RTX A6000

Which power supply does the NVIDIA RTX A6000 need?
Card TDP: 254 W. We recommend a PSU of at least 600 W from a quality maker (Seasonic, Corsair, be quiet!, Cooler Master). Cheap PSUs without 80+ Gold can cause reboots under load.
How much VRAM does the NVIDIA RTX A6000 have?
VRAM: 48 GB GDDR6. Memory bus: 384 bit. A large amount of VRAM — comfortable for 4K and AI tasks.
Is the NVIDIA RTX A6000 good for 4K gaming?
Depends on expectations. In current AAA games at 4K@ultra: yes, but with DLSS/FSR Quality for a stable 60 FPS.
Which is better: the NVIDIA RTX A6000 or the ASRock Challenger Radeon RX 9070 GRE?
We have a detailed comparison: NVIDIA RTX A6000 vs ASRock Challenger Radeon RX 9070 GRE. The short answer depends on your needs: NVIDIA is better in some games, the rival in others. Also factor in price and supported technologies.
Does the NVIDIA RTX A6000 support DLSS or FSR?
Yes, the NVIDIA RTX A6000 supports DLSS (NVIDIA's AI upscaling). FSR is supported too, but on NVIDIA, DLSS usually looks better.
Which CPU pairs best with the NVIDIA RTX A6000?
To avoid a CPU bottleneck, for the NVIDIA RTX A6000 we recommend: Ryzen 7 5800X3D / 7800X3D / Core i5-14600K / Core i7-13700K — the optimal balance.
How loud is the NVIDIA RTX A6000?
FPSHQ does not measure noise; it depends on the cooler of a specific version (ASUS, MSI, Gigabyte, Palit, PNY, etc.). Official power is 254 W — moderate: versions with a large cooler and fan stop at idle run quieter. Models are compared by power on the “Quietest graphics cards” page.
What are the NVIDIA RTX A6000's length and slot size?
Dimensions depend on the specific vendor model. Reference versions are usually 2.5–3.5 slots and 28–32 cm long. ASUS ROG / MSI Suprim X / Gigabyte AORUS — up to 3.5–4 slots and 32–36 cm. Before buying, check that the card fits your case (especially in Micro-ATX and Mini-ITX builds).
Can the NVIDIA RTX A6000 be overclocked?
Yes, via MSI Afterburner or GPU Tweak III you can raise the Core Clock by 100–200 MHz and the Memory Clock by 500–1500 MHz with little risk. The FPS gain is usually 3–7%. For safe overclocking, set the power limit to max, raise clocks gradually and test stability in OCCT/3DMark.
Will the NVIDIA RTX A6000 still be relevant in 2027–2028?
Depends on the card's class. A-class cards usually stay relevant for 4–5 years after release in the 1440p segment.
Where is the best place to buy the NVIDIA RTX A6000?
The lowest prices are usually during big sales (11.11, Cyber Monday, Black Friday). On marketplaces prices swing a lot — look for sellers rated 4.5+. Classified-ad platforms with store warranty are for those willing to risk it for 15–20% off MSRP. Use our prices section to track discounts.
How many watts does NVIDIA RTX A6000 use?
The rated TDP of NVIDIA RTX A6000 is 254 W — its draw under full gaming load; short spikes reach ~356 W. Details: NVIDIA RTX A6000 power consumption.
How many watts PSU does NVIDIA RTX A6000 need?
From 600 W in a build with a mid-range CPU (FPSHQ calculation: TDP + system + 30% headroom and spikes). Table by CPU class — what PSU for NVIDIA RTX A6000.
What CPU do I need for NVIDIA RTX A6000?
The CPU is chosen by pairing balance: too weak caps FPS, too strong is overspending. The top 5 CPUs for NVIDIA RTX A6000 with in-game FPS and PSU are on what CPU for NVIDIA RTX A6000.

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