GPU comparison with benchmarksThe MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Ada Lovelace) and has 8 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 272 GB/s.
The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 8GB (Ampere) and has 8 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 240 GB/s. |
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GPUThe MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G has the AD107 graphics chip installed, which is based on the Ada Lovelace architecture. The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB is based on the graphics chip GA106-302-A1, which comes from the Ampere architecture. |
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MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G | GPU | GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 | Based on | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 8GB |
AD107 | GPU Chip | GA106-302-A1 |
Ada Lovelace | Architecture | Ampere |
24 | Streaming Multiprocessors | 28 |
3072 | Shader | 3584 |
48 | Render Output Units | 48 |
96 | Texture Units | 112 |
24 | Raytracing Cores | 28 |
MemoryThe graphics memory of the MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G clocks at 2.125 GHz, which corresponds to a speed of 17.0 Gbps. The graphics memory speed of the GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB is 15.0 Gbps and the clock speed is 1.875 GHz. |
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8 GB | Memory Size | 8 GB |
GDDR6 | Memory Type | GDDR6 |
2.125 GHz | Memory Clock | 1.875 GHz |
17.0 Gbps | Memory Speed | 15.0 Gbps |
272 GB/s | Memory bandwidth | 240 GB/s |
128 bit | Memory Interface | 128 bit |
Clock SpeedsThe clock frequency of a graphics card determines the speed in connection with the graphics architecture. |
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1.830 GHz | Base Clock | 1.320 GHz |
2.475 GHz | Boost Clock | 1.807 GHz |
Avg (Game) Clock | ||
Yes | Overclocking | Yes |
Thermal DesignThe MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G is powered by 1 x 8-Pin connectors. The TDP (Thermal Design Power) of the graphics card is 115 W. The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB has 1 x 8-Pin PCIe power connectors that supply it with energy. The manufacturer specifies the TDP of the card as 170 W. |
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115 W | TDP | 170 W |
-- | TDP (up) | -- |
90 °C | Tjunction max | 93 °C |
1 x 8-Pin | PCIe-Power | 1 x 8-Pin |
Cooler & FansThe MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G is equipped with a total of 2 Axial main fans. The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB has 2 Axial main fans that cool the GPU and memory. |
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Axial | Fan-Type | Axial |
2 x 90 mm | Fan 1 | 2 x 90 mm |
-- | Fan 2 | -- |
Air cooling | Cooler-Type | Air cooling |
0 dB | Noise (Idle) | 0 dB |
-- | Noise (Load) | -- |
ConnectivityUp to 4 screens can be operated with the MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G. The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB 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 v2.1a | HDMI Ports | 2x HDMI v2.1 |
3x DP v1.4a | DP Ports | 2x DP v1.4a |
-- | DVI Ports | -- |
-- | VGA Ports | -- |
-- | USB-C Ports | -- |
FeaturesetWith the MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G it is possible to operate a screen with a maximum resolution of up to 7680x4320 pixels. The maximum supported resolution of the GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB 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 |
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 / Encode |
Decode / Encode | h265 / HEVC | Decode / Encode |
Decode / Encode | AV1 | Decode |
Decode | VP8 | Decode |
Decode | VP9 | Decode |
DimensionsThe MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G is connected to the system via PCIe 4.0 x 8 lanes and requires 2 PCIe-Slots space in the housing. The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB needs the space of 2 PCIe-Slots in the case and has a PCIe 4.0 x 16 Lanes interface. |
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199 mm | Length | 198 mm |
120 mm | Height | 121 mm |
41 mm | Width | 39 mm |
2 PCIe-Slots | Width (Slots) | 2 PCIe-Slots |
-- | Weight | -- |
PCIe 4.0 x 8 | GPU Interface | PCIe 4.0 x 16 |
Additional dataThe MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G has been manufactured with a structure width of 5 nanometers since Q2/2023. The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB came on the market in Q4/2022 and will have a structure width of 8 nanometers manufactured. |
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-- | Part-no | GV-N3060GAMING OC-8GD |
Q2/2023 | Release date | Q4/2022 |
299 $ (Reference) | Launch Price | 329 $ (Reference) |
5 nm | Structure size | 8 nm |
data sheet | Documents | data sheet |
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 VENTUS 2X BLACK 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 GAMING OC 8GB
8 GB GDDR6 |