NVIDIA expands its RTX Pro Blackwell workstation lineup at SIGGRAPH 2025 with the RTX Pro 4000 SFF and RTX Pro 2000, targeting compact professional systems. These new variants offer up to 2.5x AI performance gains while maintaining energy efficiency for small form factor builds.
NVIDIA RTX Pro Blackwell: New Models Comparison
| Model | VRAM | TDP | Form Factor | AI Performance Boost | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX Pro 4000 SFF | 24GB GDDR7 ECC | 70W | Small Form Factor | 2.5x higher AI | 1.7x ray-tracing boost |
| RTX Pro 2000 | 16GB GDDR7 ECC | 70W | Dual-Slot Standard | 1.6x faster 3D | Mainstream positioning |
| RTX A4000 SFF | Previous Gen | Same TDP | SFF Compatible | Baseline | Being replaced |
RTX Pro 4000 SFF: Compact Powerhouse
The RTX Pro 4000 SFF replaces the RTX A4000 SFF from the previous generation, offering “up to 2.5x higher AI performance, 1.7x higher ray-tracing performance and 1.5x more bandwidth” with identical power consumption.
Key specifications include:
- 24GB GDDR7 memory with ECC – professional-grade reliability
- 4x mini DisplayPort 2.1 connections for multi-monitor setups
- Same 70W power draw – no PSU upgrades needed
- SFF certification – fits in compact workstation chassis
This makes high-end professional graphics accessible in space-constrained environments.
RTX Pro 2000: Mainstream Professional Option
The RTX Pro 2000 targets mainstream professional users with impressive generational improvements: “1.6x faster 3D modeling, 1.4x faster computer-aided design (CAD) performance and 1.6x quicker rendering speeds.”
Professional advantages:
- 16GB GDDR7 with ECC – sufficient for most professional workflows
- 70W TDP – energy-efficient operation
- 4x mini DisplayPort 2.1 – extensive display support
- 545 AI TOPS – solid AI inference performance
Market Impact & Competition
These launches position NVIDIA strongly against potential AMD workstation GPU competition. The small form factor focus addresses growing demand for compact professional systems in modern offices.
The RTX Pro Blackwell lineup now spans from mainstream (RTX Pro 2000) to flagship (RTX Pro 6000) with 96GB VRAM, providing options for every professional budget and requirement.
Major system integrators like Dell are expected to offer these GPUs in their workstation configurations.
AI & Professional Applications
With massive AI adoption in inference workloads, these GPUs target:
- Professional rendering and visualization
- AI model inference for business applications
- CAD and 3D modeling workflows
- Content creation with hardware acceleration
For professionals seeking workstation GPU upgrades, these Blackwell options deliver significant performance per watt improvements over previous generations.
Pricing details remain unannounced, but availability through major system integrators suggests broad market rollout soon.
FAQs
What’s new in NVIDIA RTX Pro 4000 SFF compared to RTX A4000 SFF?
2.5x higher AI performance, 1.7x better ray-tracing, 1.5x more bandwidth at same 70W power.
How much VRAM do the new RTX Pro Blackwell GPUs offer?
RTX Pro 4000 SFF has 24GB GDDR7, RTX Pro 2000 has 16GB GDDR7, both with ECC.
