Zotac RTX 3060 Twin Edge 12GB Gaming Graphics Card

Zotac RTX 3060 Twin Edge 12GB Gaming Graphics Card

Get Amplified with the ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX™ 30 Series based on the NVIDIA Ampere architecture. Built with enhanced RT Cores and Tensor Cores, new streaming multiprocessors, and high-speed GDDR6 memory, the ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 3060 Twin Edge gives rise to amplified gaming with high fidelity.

Features

• 2nd Gen Ray Tracing Cores
• 3rd Gen Tensor Cores
• IceStorm 2.0 Advanced Cooling
• Active Fan Control with FREEZE Fan Stop
• Metal Backplate
• FireStorm Utility
• VR Ready

The Zotac RTX 3060 Twin Edge 12GB Gaming Graphics Card is a mid-range GPU based on NVIDIA’s Ampere architecture. It’s designed for amplified gaming with high fidelity, particularly excelling at 1080p and 1440p resolutions.

Key Features and Specifications:

• GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 with 3584 CUDA Cores.
• Memory: 12GB GDDR6 on a 192-bit memory bus, with a memory clock of 15 Gbps. This generous 12GB VRAM is a significant advantage for modern games and future-proofing, especially at higher resolutions.
• Engine Clock: Boost clock of 1777 MHz (some OC models may have slightly higher boost clocks like 1807 MHz).
• Architecture: Utilizes NVIDIA’s Ampere architecture, featuring 2nd Gen Ray Tracing Cores and 3rd Gen Tensor Cores for enhanced ray tracing performance and DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) capabilities.
• Cooling: Equipped with Zotac’s IceStorm 2.0 advanced cooling system, featuring dual fans and a metal backplate for improved heat dissipation and structural rigidity. It also includes Active Fan Control with FREEZE Fan Stop, which halts fans at low temperatures for quieter operation.
• Connectivity: Offers 3x DisplayPort 1.4a and 1x HDMI 2.1 outputs, supporting quad simultaneous displays and resolutions up to 7680×4320@60Hz.
• Power: Recommended 600W power supply with a 170W power consumption, requiring a single 8-pin power connector.
• Software: Compatible with ZOTAC GAMING FireStorm Utility for monitoring and fine-tuning, and supports NVIDIA Game Ready and Studio Drivers, DirectX 12 Ultimate, and OpenGL 4.6.
• Form Factor: Dual-slot card with a relatively compact length (around 224.1mm), making it suitable for a variety of PC builds.
• VR Ready: Fully capable for virtual reality experiences.

Performance Summary:

The Zotac RTX 3060 Twin Edge 12GB offers a solid gaming experience, particularly for 1080p and 1440p resolutions at high to ultra settings. It delivers a noticeable performance upgrade over the previous generation’s RTX 2060. While its ray tracing performance is decent, especially with DLSS enabled, it might not be the primary strength compared to higher-tier RTX cards for demanding ray tracing titles. The 12GB of GDDR6 memory is a key selling point, providing ample VRAM for modern games with large textures and potentially offering better longevity for future titles. It’s a popular choice for users looking to upgrade from older GTX cards and enjoy current AAA games smoothly.