Description
The Leadtek NVIDIA RTX A1000 brings the power of the NVIDIA Ampere architecture to a low-profile, energy-efficient form factor. Featuring 2,304 CUDA cores and an upgraded 8GB of GDDR6 memory, this workstation GPU provides the necessary throughput for modern professional workflows. Its 50W maximum power consumption allows it to operate entirely on bus power, making it an ideal upgrade for small form factor (SFF) workstations and corporate PCs that require ISV-certified stability and performance.
This product is for:
- CAD and BIM Professionals: Optimized for applications like AutoCAD, Revit, and SolidWorks, ensuring smooth viewport navigation and reliable driver support.
- Video Content Creators: The integrated AV1 hardware encoder and decoder streamline high-resolution video processing and streaming efficiency.
- Small Form Factor (SFF) Builders: The single-slot, low-profile design fits into compact chassis where thermal headroom and physical space are limited.
- Multi-Display Power Users: Supports up to four 5K displays via mini-DisplayPort 1.4, making it perfect for financial trading floors or digital signage.
- AI and Data Science Students: With 72 third-generation Tensor cores, this card offers an accessible entry point for machine learning and AI-augmented creative tools.
Detailed specifications:
- GPU Architecture: NVIDIA Ampere
- CUDA Parallel Processing Cores: 2,304
- NVIDIA Tensor Cores: 72
- NVIDIA RT Cores: 18
- GPU Memory: 8GB GDDR6
- Memory Interface: 128-bit
- Memory Bandwidth: 192 GB/s
- Peak FP32 Performance: 6.74 TFLOPS
- System Interface: PCI Express 4.0 x8
- Max Power Consumption: 50W
- Display Connectors: 4x mDP 1.4
- Form Factor: 2.7" H x 6.4" L, Single Slot
Operating the RTX A1000 is a seamless experience for professionals who prioritize system stability and quiet operation. The active cooling solution effectively manages temperatures during sustained rendering tasks, while the 192 GB/s memory bandwidth ensures fluid handling of complex 3D models. The inclusion of dedicated RT cores enables real-time ray-traced rendering and architectural visualization within a modest power envelope, bridging the gap between entry-level graphics and high-end visualization.
Compared to the previous generation NVIDIA T1000, the RTX A1000 introduces dedicated RT and Tensor cores, enabling hardware-accelerated ray tracing and DLSS support. While the higher-tier RTX A2000 offers more compute power, it often requires a dual-slot configuration. The A1000 serves as the optimal balance for users needing a modern Ampere-based professional GPU that maintains a strict single-slot, low-profile footprint and minimal power draw.
Q&A:
- Does the RTX A1000 require an external power cable? No, the card is fully powered through the PCI Express slot with a 50W maximum TDP.
- What is the maximum resolution supported? It supports up to four 5K (5120 x 2880) displays at 60Hz or dual 8K displays.
- Does this card support AV1 encoding? Yes, the Ampere architecture in the A1000 includes dedicated hardware for both AV1 encoding and decoding.
- Is the card compatible with standard desktop cases? Yes, it includes both a low-profile bracket and a full-height ATX bracket for universal installation.
- Can I use this for gaming? While designed for professional software, it supports DirectX 12 Ultimate and DLSS, allowing for capable performance in modern titles at adjusted settings.
