GPU comparison with benchmarksThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (Ampere) and has 12 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 360 GB/s.
The PNY GeForce GT 1030 is based on the NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030 (Pascal) and has 2 GB GDDR5 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 48 GB/s. |
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GPUThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC has the GA106-300-A1 graphics chip installed, which is based on the Ampere architecture. The PNY GeForce GT 1030 is based on the graphics chip GP108-300-A1, which comes from the Pascal architecture. |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC | GPU | PNY GeForce GT 1030 |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 | Based on | NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030 |
GA106-300-A1 | GPU Chip | GP108-300-A1 |
Ampere | Architecture | Pascal |
28 | Streaming Multiprocessors | 3 |
3584 | Shader | 384 |
48 | Render Output Units | 16 |
112 | Texture Units | 24 |
28 | Raytracing Cores | 0 |
MemoryThe graphics memory of the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC clocks at 1.875 GHz, which corresponds to a speed of 15.0 Gbps. The graphics memory speed of the PNY GeForce GT 1030 is 6.0 Gbps and the clock speed is 1.502 GHz. |
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12 GB | Memory Size | 2 GB |
GDDR6 | Memory Type | GDDR5 |
1.875 GHz | Memory Clock | 1.502 GHz |
15.0 Gbps | Memory Speed | 6.0 Gbps |
360 GB/s | Memory bandwidth | 48 GB/s |
192 bit | Memory Interface | 64 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 | 1.227 GHz |
1.807 GHz | Boost Clock | 1.468 GHz |
1.78 GHz | Avg (Game) Clock | |
Yes | Overclocking | Yes |
Thermal DesignThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC is powered by 1 x 8-Pin connectors. The TDP (Thermal Design Power) of the graphics card is 170 W. The PNY GeForce GT 1030 has PCIe power connectors that supply it with energy. The manufacturer specifies the TDP of the card as 30 W. |
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170 W | TDP | 30 W |
-- | TDP (up) | -- |
93 °C | Tjunction max | 97 °C |
1 x 8-Pin | PCIe-Power |
Cooler & FansThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC is equipped with a total of 3 Axial main fans. The PNY GeForce GT 1030 has 1 Axial main fans that cool the GPU and memory. |
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Axial | Fan-Type | Axial |
3 x 90 mm | Fan 1 | 1 x 50 mm |
-- | Fan 2 | -- |
Air cooling | Cooler-Type | Air cooling |
0 dB | Noise (Idle) | dB |
33 dB | Noise (Load) | -- |
ConnectivityUp to 4 screens can be operated with the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC. The PNY GeForce GT 1030 supports the operation of a maximum of 2 monitors. |
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4 | Max. Displays | 2 |
2.3 | HDCP-Version | 2.2 |
1x HDMI v2.1 | HDMI Ports | 1x HDMI v2.0b |
3x DP v1.4a | DP Ports | -- |
-- | DVI Ports | 1 |
-- | VGA Ports | -- |
-- | USB-C Ports | -- |
FeaturesetWith the MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC it is possible to operate a screen with a maximum resolution of up to 7680x4320 pixels. The maximum supported resolution of the PNY GeForce GT 1030 is 7680x4320 pixels. |
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7680x4320 | Max. resolution | 7680x4320 |
12_2 (Ultimate) | DirectX | 12_1 |
Yes | Raytracing | No |
Yes | DLSS / FSR | Yes |
No LED lighting | 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 |
Decode / Encode | h265 / HEVC | Decode |
Decode | AV1 | No |
Decode | VP8 | No |
Decode | VP9 | Decode |
DimensionsThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC is connected to the system via PCIe 4.0 x 16 lanes and requires 2 PCIe-Slots space in the housing. The PNY GeForce GT 1030 needs the space of 1 PCIe-Slots in the case and has a PCIe 3.0 x 4 Lanes interface. |
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316 mm | Length | 168 mm |
120 mm | Height | 69 mm |
42 mm | Width | 20 mm |
2 PCIe-Slots | Width (Slots) | 1 PCIe-Slots |
753 g | Weight | -- |
PCIe 4.0 x 16 | GPU Interface | PCIe 3.0 x 4 |
Additional dataThe MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC has been manufactured with a structure width of 8 nanometers since Q1/2021. The PNY GeForce GT 1030 came on the market in Q2/2017 and will have a structure width of 14 nanometers manufactured. |
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-- | Part-no | VCGGT10302PB |
Q1/2021 | Release date | Q2/2017 |
449 $ | Launch Price | 79 $ (Reference) |
8 nm | Structure size | 14 nm |
data sheet | Documents | data sheet |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
12 GB GDDR6 |
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PNY GeForce GT 1030
2 GB GDDR5 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
12 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
12 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
12 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
12 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
12 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
12 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
12 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
12 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
12 GB GDDR6 |
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PNY GeForce GT 1030
2 GB GDDR5 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
12 GB GDDR6 |
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PNY GeForce GT 1030
2 GB GDDR5 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
12 GB GDDR6 |
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PNY GeForce GT 1030
2 GB GDDR5 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
12 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
12 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 VENTUS 3X 12G OC
12 GB GDDR6 |
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PNY GeForce GT 1030
2 GB GDDR5 |