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MSI

MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC 192bit graphics card

SKU CH-40CG-1K3GC

Delivers 12 GB GDDR6 memory at 15000 MHz with a 192-bit bus for 7680×4320 output on a PCI Express 4.0 16X interface

  • Memory capacity12 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 4.0 16X
  • Highest resolution7680 × 4320
  • Type of memoryGDDR6
  • Core frequency15000 MHz
  • Chipset makerNVIDIA
  • 12 GB GDDR6 memory supports high-resolution textures
  • 192-bit memory bus feeds data to the GPU at 15000 MHz
  • Triple-fan Ventus cooler keeps temperatures in check
  • PCI Express 4.0 x16 interface delivers full bandwidth
  • 7680 × 4320 maximum resolution drives 8K displays

12GB GDDR6 RTX 3060 for 1440p gaming

The MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC delivers 12GB of GDDR6 memory across a 192bit interface. It connects via PCI Express 4.0 16X and draws power through a single 8pin connector. The card targets 1440p gaming and content creation workloads that benefit from the larger frame buffer.

Triple-fan thermal design with 15000MHz memory clock

Three fans move air across a full-length heatsink to keep the GPU and memory cool under load. The memory runs at 15000MHz while the core operates at factory-overclocked speeds. Power consumption stays within the limits of the single 8pin connector, allowing the cooler to run at moderate speeds for lower noise in typical gaming sessions.

No accessories or original packaging included

The unit ships without the original box, driver disc or any bundled cables. Only the graphics card itself is provided after a 100% functional inspection. Buyers should download the latest NVIDIA drivers and MSI Center software directly from the manufacturer for full feature support and overclocking control.

How it compares

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

Price $384.99
Typical for this category: the median of 4,285 items is $354.99.
Memory capacity 12 GB
Higher than about 60% of the 3,563 comparable items (median 8 GB).
Core frequency 15000 MHz
Higher than about 90% of the 1,624 comparable items (median 1.82 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameMSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR6
Display
Highest resolution7680 × 4320
Graphics
Memory capacity12 GB
Core frequency15000 MHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Memory bus width192bit
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 4.0 16X
Power
Power input connector8pin

Questions about this item

How do I install the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC into a PCI Express 4.0 16X slot and connect the 8pin power connector?

Align the card with the PCI Express 4.0 16X slot, press firmly until the retention clip clicks, then attach the 8pin power connector from the power supply directly to the card. Ensure the 12GB GDDR6 memory module is seated before closing the case.

What maintenance will the triple-fan cooling system on this RTX 3060 need over time?

Use compressed air to clear dust from the three fans and heatsink fins every few months. Worn fan bearings can be replaced individually; the 12GB GDDR6 memory and core require no user servicing.

What limit appears first when the 192bit memory interface runs sustained workloads at 15000MHz?

The 192bit bus width caps memory bandwidth, so prolonged compute or 7680×4320 output will hit throughput limits before the 12GB GDDR6 capacity fills.

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