MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G Specification And DataSheet
- June 9, 2024
- MSI
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G
Specifications
- Model Name : GeForce RTX™ 3060 GAMING X 12G
- Graphics Processing Unit : NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060
- Interface : PCI Express® Gen 4
- Core Clocks : Boost: 1837 MHz
- CUDA® CORES : 3584 Units
- Memory Speed : 15 Gbps
- Memory: 12GB GDDR6
- Memory Bus : 192-bit
- Output : DisplayPort x 3 (v1.4a) HDMI™ x 1 (Supports 4K@120Hz as specified in HDMI™ 2.1)
- Power consumption : 170 W
- Power connectors : 8-pin x1 / 6-pin x1
- Recommended PSU : 550 W
- Card Dimension (mm): 276 x 131 x 51 mm
- Weight (Card / Package): 996 g / 1567 g
- DirectX Version Support : 12 API
- OpenGL Version Support : 4.6
- NVLink Support: N/A
- Maximum Displays : 4
- VR Ready : Y
- G-SYNC® technology : Y
- Adaptive Vertical Sync : Y
- Digital Maximum Resolution : 7680×4320
Introduction
The MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G is a high-performance graphics card designed for gaming enthusiasts and content creators. Based on the NVIDIA Ampere architecture, this graphics card features 3584 CUDA cores and 12GB of GDDR6 memory, delivering impressive performance and stunning visuals for the latest games and applications. The GAMING X 12G variant of the RTX 3060 features a custom cooling system designed by MSI to keep the graphics card running cool and quiet during intense gaming sessions. The Twin Frozr 7 thermal design includes two TORX Fan 4.0 fans, which provide effective cooling while producing minimal noise.
In addition to its impressive performance and cooling, the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G also features RGB lighting, allowing you to customize the look of your graphics card to match your setup. The card also includes MSI’s Dragon Center software, which provides a range of tools for optimizing your gaming experience and monitoring system performance.
Overall, the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G is a powerful and feature- packed graphics card that is well-suited for demanding gaming and content creation applications.
CONNECTIONS
- DisplayPort
- HDMI™
FEATURES
TWIN FROZR 8
TWIN FROZR 8 offers the perfect balance between cool temperatures and quiet fans during endless gaming sessions.
Zero Frozr
The fans completely stop when temperatures are relatively low, eliminating all noise.
Airflow Control
Don’t sweat it, Airflow Control guides the air to exactly where it needs to be for maximum cooling.
TORX FAN 4.0
A masterpiece of teamwork, fan blades work in pairs to create unprecedented levels of focused air pressure.
Core Pipe
Precision-machined heat pipes ensure max contact and spread heat along the full length of the heatsink.
Metal Backplate
Thermal pads under the sturdy metal backplate provide additional cooling while the flow-through ventilation reduces trapped heat.
Dragon Center
MSI’s exclusive Dragon Center software lets you monitor, tweak and optimize MSI products in real time.
Mystic Light
Mystic Light gives you complete control of the RGB lighting for MSI devices and compatible RGB products.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the base clock speed of the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G?
The base clock speed of the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G is 1320 MHz.
How many CUDA cores does the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G have?
The MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G has 3584 CUDA cores.
How much memory does the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G have?
The MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G has 12GB of GDDR6 memory.
What is the cooling system used by the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G?
The MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G features MSI’s Twin Frozr 7 thermal design, which includes two TORX Fan 4.0 fans for effective cooling while producing minimal noise.
Does the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G support RGB lighting?
Yes, the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G includes RGB lighting, which can be customized using MSI’s Dragon Center software.
What is MSI’s Dragon Center software?
MSI’s Dragon Center software is a suite of tools that allows you to customize the settings of your graphics card and monitor system performance, including temperature, clock speed, and fan speed.
What power supply is recommended for the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G?
MSI recommends a minimum 550W power supply with one 8-pin PCIe power connector for the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING X 12G.
Is GeForce RTX 3060 12GB good for gaming?
The GeForce RTX 3060 has the power to dazzle you with immersive ray-traced effects in Control, Cyberpunk 2077, Fortnite, Minecraft with RTX For Windows 10, Watch Dogs: Legion, and many other titles. And of course, NVIDIA DLSS is included, too, greatly accelerating frame rates in over 40 RTX games.
Is the MSI gaming GeForce RTX 3060 good for gaming?
This is a great 1080p gaming graphics card! The design is industrial-looking with muted RGB but fits my case well. It has good cooling and good performance for a 3060. I have been getting adequate FPS for the latest games like Cyberpunk, BFV, COD, etc.
Does RTX 3060 have DirectX 12?
The GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB is a performance-segment graphics card by NVIDIA, launched on January 12th, 2021. Built on the 8 nm process, and based on the GA106 graphics processor, in its GA106-300-A1 variant, the card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate. This ensures that all modern games will run on GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB.
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