GPU comparison with benchmarksThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (Ampere) and has 12 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 360 GB/s.
The ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (Turing) and has 6 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 336 GB/s. |
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GPUThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G has the GA106-300-A1 graphics chip installed, which is based on the Ampere architecture. The ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition is based on the graphics chip TU106, which comes from the Turing architecture. |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G | GPU | ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 | Based on | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 |
GA106-300-A1 | GPU Chip | TU106 |
Ampere | Architecture | Turing |
28 | Streaming Multiprocessors | 30 |
3584 | Shader | 1920 |
48 | Render Output Units | 48 |
112 | Texture Units | 120 |
28 | Raytracing Cores | 30 |
MemoryThe graphics memory of the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G clocks at 1.875 GHz, which corresponds to a speed of 15.0 Gbps. The graphics memory speed of the ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition is 14.0 Gbps and the clock speed is 1.750 GHz. |
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12 GB | Memory Size | 6 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 | 336 GB/s |
192 bit | Memory Interface | 192 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 | 1.365 GHz |
1.777 GHz | Boost Clock | 1.740 GHz |
Avg (Game) Clock | 1.71 GHz | |
Yes | Overclocking | Yes |
Thermal DesignThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G 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 ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition has 1 x 8-Pin PCIe power connectors that supply it with energy. The manufacturer specifies the TDP of the card as 160 W. |
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170 W | TDP | 160 W |
-- | TDP (up) | -- |
93 °C | Tjunction max | 88 °C |
1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin | PCIe-Power | 1 x 8-Pin |
Cooler & FansThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G is equipped with a total of 2 Axial main fans. The ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition has 2 Axial main fans that cool the GPU and memory. |
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Axial | Fan-Type | Axial |
2 x 100 mm | Fan 1 | 2 x 80 mm |
-- | Fan 2 | -- |
Air cooling | Cooler-Type | Air cooling |
0 dB | Noise (Idle) | 0 dB |
36 dB | Noise (Load) | -- |
ConnectivityUp to 4 screens can be operated with the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G. The ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition supports the operation of a maximum of 4 monitors. |
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4 | Max. Displays | 4 |
2.3 | HDCP-Version | 2.2 |
1x HDMI v2.1 | HDMI Ports | 2x HDMI v2.0b |
3x DP v1.4a | DP Ports | -- |
-- | DVI Ports | 1 |
-- | VGA Ports | -- |
-- | USB-C Ports | -- |
FeaturesetWith the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G it is possible to operate a screen with a maximum resolution of up to 7680x4320 pixels. The maximum supported resolution of the ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition 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 |
MSI Mystic Light | LED | No LED lighting |
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 | No |
Decode | VP8 | Decode |
Decode | VP9 | Decode |
DimensionsThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G is connected to the system via PCIe 4.0 x 16 lanes and requires 3 PCIe-Slots space in the housing. The ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition needs the space of 3 PCIe-Slots in the case and has a PCIe 3.0 x 16 Lanes interface. |
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276 mm | Length | 204 mm |
131 mm | Height | 125 mm |
51 mm | Width | 46 mm |
3 PCIe-Slots | Width (Slots) | 3 PCIe-Slots |
996 g | Weight | -- |
PCIe 4.0 x 16 | GPU Interface | PCIe 3.0 x 16 |
Additional dataThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G has been manufactured with a structure width of 8 nanometers since Q1/2021. The ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition came on the market in Q1/2019 and will have a structure width of 12 nanometers manufactured. |
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-- | Part-no | TUF-RTX2060-O6G-GAMING |
Q1/2021 | Release date | Q1/2019 |
439 $ | Launch Price | 349 $ (Reference) |
8 nm | Structure size | 12 nm |
data sheet | Documents | data sheet |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G
12 GB GDDR6 |
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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition
6 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G
12 GB GDDR6 |
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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition
6 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G
12 GB GDDR6 |
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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition
6 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G
12 GB GDDR6 |
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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition
6 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G
12 GB GDDR6 |
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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition
6 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G
12 GB GDDR6 |
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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition
6 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G
12 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G
12 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G
12 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G
12 GB GDDR6 |
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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition
6 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G
12 GB GDDR6 |
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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition
6 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G
12 GB GDDR6 |
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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition
6 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G
12 GB GDDR6 |
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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition
6 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G
12 GB GDDR6 |
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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition
6 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING 12G
12 GB GDDR6 |
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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 OC Edition
6 GB GDDR6 |