GPU comparison with benchmarksThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (Ampere) and has 8 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
The PNY RTX A2000 is based on the NVIDIA RTX A2000 (Ampere) and has 6 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 288 GB/s. |
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GPUThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G has the GA104-200-A1 graphics chip installed, which is based on the Ampere architecture. The PNY RTX A2000 is based on the graphics chip GA106, which comes from the Ampere architecture. |
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| MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G | GPU | PNY RTX A2000 |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Based on | NVIDIA RTX A2000 |
| GA104-200-A1 | GPU Chip | GA106 |
| Ampere | Architecture | Ampere |
| 38 | Streaming Multiprocessors | 26 |
| 4864 | Shader | 3328 |
| 80 | Render Output Units | 48 |
| 152 | Texture Units | 104 |
| 38 | Raytracing Cores | 26 |
MemoryThe graphics memory of the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G clocks at 1.750 GHz, which corresponds to a speed of 14.0 Gbps. The graphics memory speed of the PNY RTX A2000 is 12.0 Gbps and the clock speed is 1.500 GHz. |
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| 8 GB | Memory Size | 6 GB |
| GDDR6 | Memory Type | GDDR6 |
| 1.750 GHz | Memory Clock | 1.500 GHz |
| 14.0 Gbps | Memory Speed | 12.0 Gbps |
| 448 GB/s | Memory bandwidth | 288 GB/s |
| 256 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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| 1.410 GHz | Base Clock | 0.562 GHz |
| 1.710 GHz | Boost Clock | 1.200 GHz |
| 1.67 GHz | Avg (Game) Clock | |
| Yes | Overclocking | Yes |
Thermal DesignThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G is powered by 1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin connectors. The TDP (Thermal Design Power) of the graphics card is 220 W. The PNY RTX A2000 has PCIe power connectors that supply it with energy. The manufacturer specifies the TDP of the card as 70 W. |
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| 220 W | TDP | 70 W |
| 230 W | TDP (up) | -- |
| 93 °C | Tjunction max | 93 °C |
| 1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin | PCIe-Power | |
Cooler & FansThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G is equipped with a total of 2 Axial main fans. The PNY RTX A2000 has 1 Radial main fans that cool the GPU and memory. |
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| Axial | Fan-Type | Radial |
| 2 x 100 mm | Fan 1 | 1 x 40 mm |
| -- | Fan 2 | -- |
| Air cooling | Cooler-Type | Air cooling |
| 0 dB | Noise (Idle) | dB |
| 36 dB | Noise (Load) | -- |
ConnectivityUp to 4 screens can be operated with the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G. The PNY RTX A2000 supports the operation of a maximum of 4 monitors. |
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| 4 | Max. Displays | 4 |
| 2.3 | HDCP-Version | 2.3 |
| 1x HDMI v2.1 | HDMI Ports | -- |
| 3x DP v1.4a | DP Ports | 4x DP v1.4 |
| -- | DVI Ports | -- |
| -- | VGA Ports | -- |
| -- | USB-C Ports | -- |
FeaturesetWith the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G it is possible to operate a screen with a maximum resolution of up to 7680x4320 pixels. The maximum supported resolution of the PNY RTX A2000 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 | Decode |
| Decode | VP8 | Decode |
| Decode | VP9 | Decode |
DimensionsThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G is connected to the system via PCIe 4.0 x 16 lanes and requires 3 PCIe-Slots space in the housing. The PNY RTX A2000 needs the space of 2 PCIe-Slots in the case and has a PCIe 4.0 x 16 Lanes interface. |
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| 278 mm | Length | 168 mm |
| 131 mm | Height | 69 mm |
| 51 mm | Width | -- |
| 3 PCIe-Slots | Width (Slots) | 2 PCIe-Slots |
| 1007 g | Weight | -- |
| PCIe 4.0 x 16 | GPU Interface | PCIe 4.0 x 16 |
| No | SFF-Ready | No |
Additional dataThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G has been manufactured with a structure width of 8 nanometers since Q4/2020. The PNY RTX A2000 came on the market in Q3/2021 and will have a structure width of 8 nanometers manufactured. |
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| -- | Part-no | VCNRTXA2000-PB |
| Q4/2020 | Release date | Q3/2021 |
| 449 $ | Launch Price | 500 $ |
| 8 nm | Structure size | 8 nm |
| data sheet | Documents | data sheet |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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6 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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PNY RTX A2000
6 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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PNY RTX A2000
6 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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PNY RTX A2000
6 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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PNY RTX A2000
6 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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PNY RTX A2000
6 GB GDDR6 |
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