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GIGABYTE

GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Gaming OC 12GB graphics card (rev. 2.0) (LHR)

SKU CH-1W68-4A7RZ

12 GB GDDR6 graphics card with 3584 CUDA cores, 1837 MHz boost clock and PCIe 4.0 interface for 4K gaming

  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 3060
  • Memory capacity12 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 4.0
  • CUDA core count3584
  • Highest resolution7680 × 4320
  • Type of memoryGDDR6
  • 12 GB GDDR6 memory enables high-resolution textures
  • 3584 CUDA cores accelerate parallel workloads
  • 1837 MHz core clock boosts gaming frame rates
  • WINDFORCE 3X cooling with alternate spinning fans maintains lower temperatures
  • HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4a drive up to four displays at 7680 x 4320

12 GB GDDR6 192-Bit Memory

The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Gaming OC 12GB graphics card targets 1080p and 1440p gaming as well as entry-level creative workloads. Its NVIDIA Ampere architecture delivers 3584 CUDA cores and 12 GB of GDDR6 memory across a 192-bit bus. The factory core clock reaches 1837 MHz while the effective memory clock runs at 15000 MHz. A PCI Express 4.0 interface and four display outputs support modern multi-monitor setups.

WINDFORCE 3X Cooling Alternate Spinning Fans

The WINDFORCE 3X cooling system uses three alternate-spinning fans to move air through a heatsink and metal backplate. At idle and light desktop loads the fans stop completely, eliminating noise. During typical gaming sessions the card runs at moderate temperatures while power draw follows the 3060 reference design. RGB Fusion 2.0 lighting adds optional visual customisation without affecting thermals.

Sustained Load Behaviour Boost Clock 1837 MHz

Under extended load the GPU maintains its 1837 MHz boost clock as the cooling assembly dissipates heat steadily. Fan speeds ramp gradually to keep core temperatures stable rather than spiking in short bursts. The 192-bit memory subsystem feeds texture and compute units consistently for long rendering or encode sessions. Outputs remain limited to two HDMI 2.1 and two DisplayPort 1.4a ports driving up to 7680 x 4320 resolution.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop GPUs & Video Cards, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $222.99
Cheaper than about 68% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).
Memory capacity 12 GB
Higher than about 60% of the 3,563 comparable items (median 8 GB).
CUDA core count 3584
Lower than about 60% of the 1,946 comparable items (median 4,352).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameGIGABYTE
Product lineGaming
Model nameGV-N3060GAMING OC-12GD (rev. 2.0)
Processor
TDP rating170 W
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR6
Display
Highest resolution7680 × 4320
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 3060
Memory capacity12 GB
CUDA core count3584
Core frequency1837 MHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Graphics seriesNVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series
Effective memory speed15000 MHz
Memory bus width192-Bit
DirectX support12 Ultimate
OpenGL support4.6
Supported displays4
Multi-GPU supportNo
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 4.0
HDMI ports2 x HDMI 2.1
DisplayPort connectors2 x DisplayPort 1.4a
Power
Recommended power supply550 W
Power input connector1 × 8-Pin
Size & build
Form factorATX
Max graphics card length282 mm
Card size11.1 in × 4.61 in
Slots occupied2 Slots
In the box
In the boxAccessories: Quick guide
More details
Cooling solutionWINDFORCE 3X

Questions about this item

How do I install the GIGABYTE RTX 3060 Gaming OC 12GB into a PCI Express 4.0 slot?

Align the card with the PCI Express 4.0 slot, press down firmly until the retention latch clicks, then connect the required auxiliary power cables; the step most often missed is securing the power cables before closing the case.

What maintenance will the WINDFORCE 3X cooling system need later?

The WINDFORCE 3X cooling system with alternate spinning fans needs periodic dust removal from the heatsink and fan blades using compressed air to maintain airflow.

What limit appears first during sustained heavy loads on the 12GB GDDR6 memory?

The 192-Bit memory interface and 15000 MHz effective clock set the bandwidth ceiling that appears first during sustained heavy loads on the 12GB GDDR6 memory.

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