GPU comparison with benchmarksThe GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 LHR (Ampere) and has 12 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 360 GB/s.
The GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0) is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 LHR (Ampere) and has 8 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 448 GB/s. |
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GPUThe GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR has the GA106-302-A1 graphics chip installed, which is based on the Ampere architecture. The GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0) is based on the graphics chip GA104-302-A1, which comes from the Ampere architecture. |
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GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR | GPU | GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0) |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 LHR | Based on | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 LHR |
GA106-302-A1 | GPU Chip | GA104-302-A1 |
Ampere | Architecture | Ampere |
28 | Streaming Multiprocessors | 46 |
3584 | Shader | 5888 |
48 | Render Output Units | 96 |
112 | Texture Units | 184 |
28 | Raytracing Cores | 46 |
MemoryThe graphics memory of the GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR clocks at 1.875 GHz, which corresponds to a speed of 15.0 Gbps. The graphics memory speed of the GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0) is 14.0 Gbps and the clock speed is 1.750 GHz. |
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12 GB | Memory Size | 8 GB |
GDDR6 | Memory Type | GDDR6 |
1.875 GHz | Memory Clock | 1.750 GHz |
15.0 Gbps | Memory Speed | 14.0 Gbps |
360 GB/s | Memory bandwidth | 448 GB/s |
192 bit | Memory Interface | 256 bit |
Clock SpeedsThe clock frequency of a graphics card determines the speed in connection with the graphics architecture. |
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1.320 GHz | Base Clock | 1.500 GHz |
1.867 GHz | Boost Clock | 1.845 GHz |
1.78 GHz | Avg (Game) Clock | |
Yes | Overclocking | Yes |
Thermal DesignThe GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR is powered by 1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin connectors. The TDP (Thermal Design Power) of the graphics card is 170 W. The GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0) has 2 x 8-Pin PCIe power connectors that supply it with energy. The manufacturer specifies the TDP of the card as 220 W. |
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170 W | TDP | 220 W |
180 W | TDP (up) | 250 W |
93 °C | Tjunction max | 93 °C |
1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin | PCIe-Power | 2 x 8-Pin |
Cooler & FansThe GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR is equipped with a total of 3 Axial main fans. The GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0) has 3 Axial main fans that cool the GPU and memory. |
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Axial | Fan-Type | Axial |
3 x 80 mm | Fan 1 | 3 x 100 mm |
-- | Fan 2 | -- |
Air cooling | Cooler-Type | Air cooling |
0 dB | Noise (Idle) | 0 dB |
34 dB | Noise (Load) | 42-44 dB |
ConnectivityUp to 4 screens can be operated with the GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR. The GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0) supports the operation of a maximum of 4 monitors. |
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4 | Max. Displays | 4 |
2.3 | HDCP-Version | 2.3 |
2x HDMI v2.1 | HDMI Ports | 3x HDMI v2.1 |
2x DP v1.4a | DP Ports | 3x DP v1.4a |
-- | DVI Ports | -- |
-- | VGA Ports | -- |
-- | USB-C Ports | -- |
FeaturesetWith the GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR it is possible to operate a screen with a maximum resolution of up to 7680x4320 pixels. The maximum supported resolution of the GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0) is 7680x4320 pixels. |
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7680x4320 | Max. resolution | 7680x4320 |
12_2 (Ultimate) | DirectX | 12_2 (Ultimate) |
Yes | Raytracing | Yes |
Yes | DLSS / FSR | Yes |
GIGABYTE RGB Fusion | LED | GIGABYTE RGB Fusion |
Supported Video CodecsThe support and acceleration of certain video codecs can have a positive impact on the lower energy consumption and less waste heat from the graphics card. |
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Decode / Encode | h264 | Decode / Encode |
Decode / Encode | h265 / HEVC | Decode / Encode |
Decode | AV1 | Decode |
Decode | VP8 | Decode |
Decode | VP9 | Decode |
DimensionsThe GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR is connected to the system via PCIe 4.0 x 16 lanes and requires 3 PCIe-Slots space in the housing. The GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0) needs the space of 3 PCIe-Slots in the case and has a PCIe 4.0 x 16 Lanes interface. |
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296 mm | Length | 290 mm |
117 mm | Height | 131 mm |
56 mm | Width | 60 mm |
3 PCIe-Slots | Width (Slots) | 3 PCIe-Slots |
-- | Weight | -- |
PCIe 4.0 x 16 | GPU Interface | PCIe 4.0 x 16 |
Additional dataThe GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR has been manufactured with a structure width of 8 nanometers since Q2/2021. The GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0) came on the market in Q2/2021 and will have a structure width of 8 nanometers manufactured. |
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GV-N3060AORUS E-12GD | Part-no | GV-N3070AORUS M-8GD |
Q2/2021 | Release date | Q2/2021 |
459 $ | Launch Price | 779 $ |
8 nm | Structure size | 8 nm |
data sheet | Documents | data sheet |
GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR
12 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0)
8 GB GDDR6 |
GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR
12 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0)
8 GB GDDR6 |
GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR
12 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0)
8 GB GDDR6 |
GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR
12 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0)
8 GB GDDR6 |
GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR
12 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0)
8 GB GDDR6 |
GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR
12 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0)
8 GB GDDR6 |
GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR
12 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0)
8 GB GDDR6 |
GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR
12 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0)
8 GB GDDR6 |
GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Elite 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR
12 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3070 Master 8G (rev. 2.0)
8 GB GDDR6 |