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GIGABYTE

GIGABYTE GV-N3060WF2OC-12GD GeForce RTX 3060 12GB graphics card

SKU CH-65DG-211TM MPN GV-N3060WF2OC-12GD

Refurbished GeForce RTX 3060 with 12GB GDDR6, 3584 CUDA cores, WINDFORCE 2X dual-fan cooling and PCIe 4.0 x16 interface

  • InterfacePCI Express 4.0 x16
  • Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
  • GPU SeriesNVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series
  • GPUGeForce RTX 3060
  • ArchitectureAmpere
  • Core Clock1792 MHz
  • 12GB GDDR6 memory handles large textures and 1440p gaming
  • 3584 CUDA cores accelerate rendering and compute workloads
  • WINDFORCE 2X dual-fan cooler keeps temperatures low in compact builds
  • PCIe 4.0 x16 interface delivers full bandwidth on modern platforms
  • HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4a drive up to four 8K displays

12GB GDDR6 RTX 3060 for 1080p and 1440p

The GIGABYTE GV-N3060WF2OC-12GD is a refurbished graphics card built on the NVIDIA Ampere architecture. It delivers 3584 CUDA cores with a 1792 MHz core clock and 12GB of GDDR6 memory across a 192-bit interface. The WINDFORCE 2X cooling system uses alternate spinning fans in a compact 198 mm board. It suits gamers and creators targeting high-refresh 1080p or entry 1440p workloads.

Upgrade from older 6GB or 8GB mid-range cards

Moving to this 12GB model adds frame-buffer headroom for modern titles and texture-heavy creative apps that exceed 8GB at 1440p. The Ampere architecture brings 2nd Generation RT Cores and 3rd Generation Tensor Cores for hardware ray tracing and AI acceleration. A 550W power supply and a single 8-pin connector are required; the board draws up to 170W. The jump is worth it when current VRAM limits cause stutter or texture pop-in.

PCI Express 4.0 x16 and display outputs

The card connects through a PCI Express 4.0 x16 slot and is backward compatible with 3.0 platforms at reduced bandwidth. Video outputs comprise two HDMI 2.1 ports and two DisplayPort 1.4a connectors, driving up to four monitors at a maximum digital resolution of 7680 x 4320. DirectX 12 Ultimate and OpenGL 4.6 support cover current API features. The 200 mm form factor fits most ATX cases, but verify clearance before purchase.

Highlights

  • 12GB GDDR6 memory handles large textures and 1440p gaming
  • 3584 CUDA cores accelerate rendering and compute workloads
  • WINDFORCE 2X dual-fan cooler keeps temperatures low in compact builds
  • PCIe 4.0 x16 interface delivers full bandwidth on modern platforms
  • HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4a drive up to four 8K displays

Specifications

BrandGIGABYTE
SeriesWINDFORCE OC
ModelGV-N3060WF2OC-12GD
InterfacePCI Express 4.0 x16
Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
GPU SeriesNVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series
GPUGeForce RTX 3060
ArchitectureAmpere
Core Clock1792 MHz
CUDA Cores3584
Effective Memory Clock15000 MHz
Memory Size12GB
Memory Interface192-Bit
Memory TypeGDDR6
DirectXDirectX 12 Ultimate
OpenGLOpenGL 4.6
Multi-Monitor Support4
HDMI2 x HDMI 2.1
DisplayPort2 x DisplayPort 1.4a
Max Resolution7680 x 4320
CoolerDouble Fans
Thermal Design Power170W
Recommended PSU Wattage550W
Power Connector8-Pin
Form FactorATX
Max GPU Length198 mm
Shipping weight0.82 kg
Package size295 × 210 × 50 mm

Questions about this item

Will the 200 mm compact length and dual-slot ATX form factor fit inside my mid-tower case?

The card measures 198 mm long and uses a standard ATX dual-slot bracket, so it fits most mid-tower chassis with at least 200 mm of GPU clearance.

Which power connector does the 170 W TDP board require and where do people forget to plug it in?

It needs a single 8-pin PCIe power connector from a 550 W or larger PSU; the common mistake is leaving the connector loose or using a daisy-chain cable instead of a dedicated run.

How often should I clean the WINDFORCE 2X alternate-spinning fans to keep thermals stable?

Blow dust out of both fans and the heatsink fins every three to six months; the alternate-spin design reduces turbulence but still collects debris over time.

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