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Compact dual-fan graphics card with black backplate and silver shroud

MSI

MSI GeForce RTX 3060 AERO ITX 12G OC graphics card 12GB GDDR6

SKU CH-XPJ3-0V852

Compact graphics card with 12 GB GDDR6 memory, 3584 CUDA cores and a 1792 MHz boost clock on PCIe 4.0 for small-form-factor systems

  • Type of memoryGDDR6
  • 12 GB GDDR6 memory for high-resolution textures
  • Boost clock reaches 1792 MHz for responsive performance
  • 3584 CUDA cores accelerate parallel workloads
  • PCI Express 4.0 interface delivers high bandwidth
  • Compact ITX design fits small-form-factor cases

Compact 12GB RTX 3060 for small builds

This MSI GeForce RTX 3060 AERO ITX 12G OC delivers 12GB of GDDR6 memory and 3584 CUDA cores in a compact design built for small form factor systems and HTPC cases. It connects via PCI Express 4.0 and reaches a boost clock of 1792 MHz. The card supports a maximum resolution of 7680 x 4320 for high-detail work or play.

Installation fits tight spaces

The short PCB and reduced height let the card slide into virtually any case without clearance issues. A metal backplate stiffens the board and protects components during handling. The custom curved fan blade design moves more air at lower noise than generic axial fans. Copper heat pipes up to 6 mm thick pull heat from the GPU baseplate efficiently.

12GB GDDR6 decides 1440p and multi-monitor headroom

The 12GB GDDR6 frame buffer is the single spec that determines whether this card can hold high-resolution textures, multiple displays or heavy creative workloads without swapping. If your workflow or target resolution needs more than 8GB, this 12GB model covers it; if you only run 1080p, a smaller buffer would suffice. The 3584 CUDA cores and 1792 MHz boost clock deliver the compute throughput to use that memory.

How it compares

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Price $579.99
Pricier than about 71% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).

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Specifications

Memory
Type of memoryGDDR6

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the card is running at its 1792 MHz boost clock after installation?

Use GPU-Z or MSI Afterburner to monitor the real-time clock while a 3D load is running; the reading should reach 1792 MHz when the GPU hits its power and temperature targets.

What comes in the box and which cables or adapters must be sourced separately?

The box contains the graphics card and a quick-install guide; you will need to supply an 8-pin PCIe power cable from your PSU and a DisplayPort or HDMI cable for the monitor.

Which version should I choose if I need 12 GB of VRAM for 7680 x 4320 output?

This model provides exactly 12 GB of GDDR6 memory and supports a maximum resolution of 7680 x 4320, so it meets that requirement directly.

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