Gigabyte NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Graphic Card - 12 GB GDDR6

Experience gaming at a new level with the Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3060, equipped with 12 GB of GDDR6 memory to push textures, lighting, and immersive worlds without compromise. Built on NVIDIA’s Ampere architecture, this card combines powerful CUDA cores, advanced ray tracing capabilities, and AI-assisted rendering to deliver smooth, high-fidelity gameplay across modern titles. The Gigabyte WINDFORCE 3X cooling system keeps temperatures low under load, maintaining peak performance when you need it most. Perfect for 1080p and 1440p gaming, this RTX 3060 model also supports DLSS, DirectX 12 Ultimate features, and a robust PCIe 4.0 interface to ensure your system can keep pace with the latest titles and creative workloads. If you’re upgrading from an older GPU or building a capable mid-range gaming rig, this graphics card offers a reliable combination of memory, efficiency, and thermal management that translates into consistently smooth frame rates and crisp visuals.

• High-performance GPU with ample memory: 12 GB of GDDR6 memory provides plentiful video memory for high-resolution textures, large open-world environments, and demanding modern titles, helping to reduce stuttering and improve overall frame stability.
• WINDFORCE 3X cooling system: The tri-fan cooling solution features three 80mm fans with alternate spinning to minimize turbulence and maximize airflow, supporting sustained clocks during long gaming sessions.
• Direct-touch heat dissipation: Three composite copper heat pipes make direct contact with the GPU, delivering rapid heat transfer from the chip to the cooling fins for efficient thermal management.
• Active cooling features for quiet performance: 3D active fan technology and screen cooling work together to reduce heat buildup while keeping noise levels as low as possible, so you can focus on the game.
• Next-gen visuals and AI-assisted features: Real-time ray tracing with second-generation RT Cores and third-generation Tensor Cores unlocks realistic lighting, shadows, and reflections, enhanced by DLSS for improved frame rates without sacrificing image quality.

Technical Details of Gigabyte NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Graphic Card - 12 GB GDDR6

• GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060, built on the Ampere architecture with second-generation RT Cores and third-generation Tensor Cores for accelerated ray tracing and AI workloads.
• Memory: 12GB GDDR6, 192-bit memory interface, enabling ample bandwidth for high-resolution textures and future-proof performance in demanding titles.
• CUDA Cores: Tens of thousands of CUDA processing units designed to handle shading, physics, and general-purpose compute tasks in games and creative apps (GPU core count varies by SKU, refer to the product page for exact numbers).
• Memory Bandwidth and Interface: 192-bit bus delivering robust bandwidth to feed texture loads and frame data at high resolutions and detail settings.
• Display Outputs: Typically includes 3x DisplayPort 1.4a and 1x HDMI 2.1, enabling multi-monitor setups and high-refresh-rate displays across various configurations.
• PCIe Interface: PCIe 4.0 support for higher data transfer rates with compatible motherboards and CPUs, helping reduce bottlenecks in bandwidth-heavy scenarios.
• DirectX and API Support: DirectX 12 Ultimate compatible, delivering modern graphical features such as ray tracing, mesh shading, and variable-rate shading.
• Ray Tracing and AI: Second-generation RT Cores and third-generation Tensor Cores accelerate real-time ray tracing and AI-driven features like DLSS for improved performance.
• Power Requirements: Board power around the typical range for RTX 3060 models; professional SKUs may specify one 8-pin PCIe power connector (model dependent). Always verify the exact power connector on your specific card.
• Cooling Design: WINDFORCE 3X cooling with three 80mm fans, alternate-spinning blades to reduce wind resistance and improve airflow; copper heat pipes provide direct GPU contact for excellent heat transfer.
• Form Factor and Build: Dual-slot cooling solution with a robust heat-dissipation assembly designed to fit in a wide range of mid-tower chassis while maintaining good clearance and airflow.

How to install Gigabyte NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Graphic Card

• Power down your PC, unplug the power cord, and discharge any residual static by touching a grounded metal surface.
• Open the computer case and locate an available PCIe x16 slot on the motherboard.
• Remove the expansion slot cover at the back of the case where the GPU will be mounted.
• Align the graphics card with the PCIe slot and firmly press until the card seats completely into the slot.
• Secure the card to the case with screws in the expansion bracket to keep it firmly in place.
• Connect the necessary PCIe power connector(s) from your power supply as required by the specific model (model-dependent).
• Reconnect your display cables and any other connected peripherals, then close the case.
• Power on the system and install the latest NVIDIA GeForce drivers or the Gigabyte support drivers to ensure optimal performance and compatibility.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: Is the Gigabyte RTX 3060 12GB good for 1440p gaming? A: Yes. The RTX 3060 with 12GB of GDDR6 memory provides solid 1440p performance in many modern titles, particularly when paired with DLSS enabled and ray tracing set to balanced or low settings for smoother frame rates.
• Q: What power supply is needed? A: Power requirements vary by SKU, but most RTX 3060 models use a single 8-pin PCIe power connector or a combination of PCIe connectors. Always check the card’s specific power connector and ensure your PSU has adequate wattage and cables.
• Q: What cooling features distinguish the WINDFORCE 3X system? A: The WINDFORCE 3X cooling system employs three 80mm fans with alternate spinning, direct-touch copper heat pipes, and advanced airflow management to keep temperatures low while minimizing noise during gaming sessions.
• Q: Which display outputs are available on this card? A: Most configurations provide 3x DisplayPort 1.4a and 1x HDMI 2.1, offering broad compatibility with high-refresh displays and advanced features like HDMI 2.1 bandwidth for 4K/120Hz or 8K capabilities on compatible setups.
• Q: Will this card support DLSS and ray tracing? A: Yes. The RTX 3060 supports real-time ray tracing through second-generation RT Cores and DLSS via Tensor Cores, enabling higher frame rates while preserving image quality in compatible titles.