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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£520
  • Avg. price in US: ~$700
  • VRAM: 8 GB
  • Memory bus width: 256 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 200 W

EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among graphics cards and if it is worth buying.

6.2

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the graphics card's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best graphics cards on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.9

Technical Score

10.0%

9.3

User score

Good
5.9

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

4.5

Performance

24.0%

5.1

Memory

12.0%

7.9

Power & Cooling

11.0%

8.8

Platform & Features

5.0%

8.3

Design

4.0%

9.0

Connectivity & Media

Good
9.3

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

9.1

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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  • 3.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    3.5

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    20.0%

    3.5

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 5.3
    Video editing

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.0

    AV1 encode

    30.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    20.0%

    3.5

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.9
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    3.5

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    10.0%

    3.5

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.6
    1440p

    Score components:

    50.0%

    3.5

    Floating-point performance

    30.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    15.0%

    3.5

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.5
    4K

    Score components:

    40.0%

    3.5

    Floating-point performance

    35.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    20.0%

    3.5

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Verdict

The EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming is a compact, dual-slot graphics card built on NVIDIA's Ampere architecture, featuring 4,864 CUDA cores and 8GB of GDDR6 VRAM on a 256-bit memory bus. This specific XC model is factory overclocked with a boost clock of 1,710 MHz and utilizes a shortened 201.8 mm PCB with a dual-fan iCX3 cooling system and a protective metal backplate. Its main advantages include exceptional 1080p and 1440p gaming performance that rivals the previous generation's RTX 2080 Super, alongside a small form factor ideal for Mini-ITX builds. However, some users have noted cons such as potential fan startup clicking noises due to the aggressive fan curve and the 8GB of VRAM being a limiting factor for high-resolution textures in some future titles compared to the standard 3060's 12GB variant.

Technical Specifications of EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

4.5

Performance

24.0%

5.1

Memory

12.0%

7.9

Power & Cooling

11.0%

8.8

Platform & Features

5.0%

8.3

Design

4.0%

9.0

Connectivity & Media

5.9
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a technical score of 5.9 points, which is lower than that of 60.7% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

9.1

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

9.3
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a user score of 9.34 points, which is higher than that of 87.3% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
10
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 77.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.2

Overall score

40.0%

7.8

Price

6.7
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.7 points, which is lower than 52.1% of products in this category.
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Time Spy, a synthetic DirectX 12 test often used as a quick gaming-performance reference.
When it matters: When you need a fast rough performance sort before digging into game-specific reviews and frame-rate data.

Importance: LOW

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3DMark Port Royal score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Port Royal, a synthetic test focused on ray tracing performance.
When it matters: When ray tracing matters in the games you actually play and you want one quick way to separate stronger and weaker RT cards.

Importance: LOW

7,136 points
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming scores 7136 points in 3DMark Port Royal, which is lower than 71.8% of graphics cards.
PassMark (G3D) result
What it is: Overall GPU performance score in PassMark G3D benchmark
When it matters: When you need one broad score to sort cards into rough performance tiers.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (DirectCompute) result
What it is: PassMark score for DirectCompute performance tests
When it matters: When compute workloads matter alongside gaming performance.

Importance: LOW

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Floating-point performance
What it is: Theoretical floating-point compute performance of the GPU.
When it matters: When rendering, AI, or heavy compute work needs strong single-precision throughput.

Importance: LOW

16.64 TFLOPS
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming delivers 16.64 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is lower than that of 63.4% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

Importance: HIGH

8 GB
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has 8 GB of VRAM, which is less than 57.6% of graphics cards and equal to 25.1% of graphics cards.
Memory type
What it is: Type of graphics memory used (GDDR6, HBM2e, etc.)
When it matters: When memory technology is part of the buying decision because it affects bandwidth class, power use, and product positioning.

Importance: LOW

GDDR6
GDDR version
What it is: Generation of GDDR memory used by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you want to separate older memory generations from newer ones before comparing bandwidth, power behavior, and market tier.

Importance: LOW

GDDR6
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming uses GDDR6 memory, which is newer than on 16.6% of graphics cards and equal to 39.1% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

Importance: HIGH

256 bit
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming uses a 256 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 49.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 36.1% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

Importance: HIGH

448 GB/s
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming reaches 448 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is higher than that of 41% of graphics cards and equal to that of 11.1% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
What it is: Version of PCI Express interface supported
When it matters: When you are pairing the card with an older motherboard and want to avoid leaving bandwidth or future compatibility on the table.

Importance: LOW

4.0
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming supports PCIe 4.0, which is newer than on 22.5% of graphics cards and equal to 52% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
What it is: Number of PCI Express lanes used for communication
When it matters: When limited lane width could bottleneck the card in some systems.

Importance: LOW

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DirectX version
What it is: Highest supported DirectX API version
When it matters: When you play newer Windows games that depend on the latest graphics features.

Importance: LOW

12 Ultimate
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, which is more advanced than on 12.5% of graphics cards and equal to 87.5% of graphics cards.
Vulkan version
What it is: Highest supported Vulkan API version
When it matters: When modern games, emulators, or creative apps lean on Vulkan support.

Importance: LOW

1.4
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 26.6% of graphics cards and equal to 73.4% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
What it is: Highest supported OpenGL API version
When it matters: When older games or pro apps still depend on OpenGL compatibility.

Importance: LOW

4.6
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 4.8% of graphics cards and equal to 95.2% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
What it is: Total number of external displays supported simultaneously
When it matters: When you run a multi-monitor desk for sim racing, trading, or editing.

Importance: LOW

4
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 7.8% of graphics cards and equal to 89.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
What it is: Maximum supported digital display resolution
When it matters: When you plan to drive 4K or 8K panels at their native resolution.

Importance: LOW

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DisplayPort outputs
What it is: Number of DisplayPort video outputs
When it matters: When your setup needs several high-refresh monitors without adapters.

Importance: LOW

3
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 20.9% of graphics cards and equal to 77.3% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
What it is: Version of DisplayPort standard supported
When it matters: When your monitor setup depends on newer DisplayPort features for higher refresh rates, higher resolution, or better cable flexibility.

Importance: LOW

1.4a
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming supports DisplayPort 1.4a, which is more advanced than on 22.7% of graphics cards and equal to 44.2% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
What it is: Supported data link rates for DisplayPort connections
When it matters: When you are pushing high resolution and refresh rate over DisplayPort.

Importance: LOW

8.1 Gbps
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming supports DisplayPort link rates up to 8.1 Gbps, which is slower than on 50.4% of graphics cards and equal to 40.5% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

Importance: MEDIUM

200 W
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a TDP of 200 W, which is lower than that of 51.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 3.9% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
What it is: Peak power draw of the graphics card under maximum load.
When it matters: When transient-heavy gaming loads could stress your power supply.

Importance: LOW

200 W
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming draws 200 W under peak load, which is lower than 52% of graphics cards and equal to 3.8% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

Importance: LOW

600 W
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming recommends a 600 W PSU, which is lower than that of 55.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 7.5% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

Importance: LOW

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PCIe power spec
What it is: PCIe power delivery specification followed
When it matters: When you are checking whether the slot and external cables match the card's intended power-delivery standard.

Importance: LOW

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Size
What it is: Physical size of the GPU card
When it matters: When you need the card to fit a compact case without blocking nearby hardware.

Importance: LOW

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Length
What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

Importance: LOW

201.8 mm
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming is 201.8 mm long, which is shorter than 89.6% of graphics cards.
Height
What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

Importance: LOW

110 mm
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming is 110 mm tall, which is shorter than 95.3% of graphics cards and equal in height to 1% of graphics cards.
Slot width
What it is: Number of PCIe slots occupied by the card
When it matters: When you need room for another PCIe card or better airflow under the GPU.

Importance: LOW

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Weight
What it is: Total weight of the graphics card
When it matters: When sag, bracket support, or shipping stress matters in your build.

Importance: LOW

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EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming vs the average graphics card

  • Supports ECC memory
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming supports ECC memory, the average graphics card does not.
    What it is: Supports error-correcting code memory for higher reliability
    When it matters: When stability and error correction matter more than pure gaming value.

    Importance: LOW

    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming supports ECC memory, the average graphics card does not.
  • 83.57 mm shorter card length
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming is shorter than the average graphics card (201.8 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.
    What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
    When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

    Importance: LOW

    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming is shorter than the average graphics card (201.8 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.201.8 mm vs 285.37 mm
  • 17 mm lower card height
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming is shorter than the average graphics card (110 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
    What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
    When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

    Importance: LOW

    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming is shorter than the average graphics card (110 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.110 mm vs 127 mm
  • 16 more ROPs
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has more ROPs than the average graphics card (80 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    What it is: Total number of render output units on the GPU
    When it matters: When you want more context on pixel output capacity, especially for high-resolution play and older raster-heavy engines.

    Importance: HIGH

    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has more ROPs than the average graphics card (80 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.80 vs 64
  • 16.7% higher user score
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a higher user score than the average graphics card (9.34 vs 8.000).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.
    When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a higher user score than the average graphics card (9.34 vs 8.000).9.34 vs 8
  • 7.7% lower PSU requirement
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (600 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
    When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

    Importance: LOW

    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (600 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.600 W vs 650 W
  • 4.34x more popular
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming is more popular than the average graphics card (10.00 vs 2.303).
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
    When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming is more popular than the average graphics card (10.00 vs 2.303).10 vs 2.3
  • Newer shader model
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming supports a newer shader model than the average graphics card (6.9 vs 6.8).
    What it is: Highest supported Shader Model version
    When it matters: When new rendering features require a newer shader feature set.

    Importance: LOW

    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming supports a newer shader model than the average graphics card (6.9 vs 6.8).6.9 vs 6.8
  • 16 more ROPs
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has more ROPs than the average graphics card (80 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
  • Supports ECC memory
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming supports ECC memory, the average graphics card does not.
  • Newer shader model
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming supports a newer shader model than the average graphics card (6.9 vs 6.8).
  • 7.7% lower PSU requirement
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (600 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
  • 83.57 mm shorter card length
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming is shorter than the average graphics card (201.8 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.
  • 17 mm lower card height
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming is shorter than the average graphics card (110 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.

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Overall
Performance
Memory
Platform & Features
Power & Cooling
Design
  • 31.6% lower boost clock speed
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,710 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
  • 26.6% lower base clock speed
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,410 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
  • 31% lower texture rate
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (259.9 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
  • 10 fewer ray tracing cores
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (38 vs 48). The average graphics card has 48 ray tracing cores.
  • 40 fewer AI cores
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has fewer AI cores than the average graphics card (152 vs 192). The average graphics card has 192 AI cores.
  • 32 fewer TMUs
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (152 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
  • 27.2% lower FP32 performance
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (16.6 TFLOPS vs 22.86 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.86 TFLOPS.
  • 17.2% lower pixel rate
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (136.8 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
  • 28.2% lower ray tracing score
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower ray tracing score than the average graphics card (7,136 points vs 9,938.5 points). The average graphics card has a ray tracing score of 9,938.5 points.
  • 43.6% lower FP16 performance
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower FP16 performance than the average graphics card (16.6 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.5 TFLOPS.
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
  • 26.3% slower memory speed
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 87.5% smaller L2 cache
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (4 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.
  • 60% larger process node
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a higher process node than the average graphics card (8 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
  • 3 older
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,020 vs 2,023).
  • Older encoder generation
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming uses an older encoder generation than the average graphics card (7 vs 8). The average graphics card uses encoder generation 8.
  • 28.8% larger GPU die
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a higher GPU die size than the average graphics card (392 mm² vs 304.25 mm²). The average graphics card has a GPU die size of 304.25 mm².
  • No AV1 encoding
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • 1 fewer fans
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
  • No RGB lighting
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming does not include RGB lighting, the average graphics card does.
  • 31.6% lower boost clock speed
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,710 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
    What it is: Maximum boost frequency the GPU can reach under load
    When it matters: When you want a rough idea of peak advertised frequency, while knowing real sustained clocks still depend on cooling and power limits.

    Importance: HIGH

    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,710 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.1710 MHz vs 2500 MHz
  • 1 fewer fans
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
    What it is: Total number of cooling fans
    When it matters: When you compare cooler designs and want one more clue about thermal potential.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).2 vs 3
  • 60% larger process node
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a higher process node than the average graphics card (8 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
    What it is: Size of the manufacturing process in nanometers
    When it matters: When process node differences may affect power, heat, and overall efficiency.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a higher process node than the average graphics card (8 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.8 nm vs 5 nm
  • 26.6% lower base clock speed
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,410 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
    What it is: Base operating frequency of the GPU core under standard conditions
    When it matters: When you want to understand the card's guaranteed starting frequency instead of looking only at optimistic boost figures.

    Importance: HIGH

    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,410 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.1410 MHz vs 1920 MHz
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
    When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

    Importance: HIGH

    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.8 GB vs 12 GB
  • 26.3% slower memory speed
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    What it is: Effective memory data rate combining clock and bus width
    When it matters: When you compare how quickly each card can push data through its memory subsystem.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.14000 MHz vs 19000 MHz
  • 31% lower texture rate
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (259.9 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
    What it is: Number of textured pixels the GPU can process per second
    When it matters: When fast texture handling matters in high-refresh gaming workloads.

    Importance: HIGH

    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (259.9 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.259.9 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s
  • No AV1 encoding
    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
    What it is: Supports hardware encoding of AV1 video codec
    When it matters: When you stream or export video and want efficient AV1 encoding on the GPU.

    Importance: LOW

    EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.No vs yes
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What customers like about EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming?

  • Excellent 1440p performance, often matching or exceeding the previous-gen RTX 2080 Super
  • Compact dual-slot design (approx. 202mm) makes it ideal for small form factor (SFF) builds
  • Solid build quality featuring a metal backplate for added protection and heat dissipation
  • Runs relatively cool under stock settings, typically staying below 70°C
  • Great price-to-performance ratio, especially when found near its original MSRP
  • EVGA's highly regarded customer service and transferable warranty support

What customers dislike about EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC Gaming?

  • Stock fan curve can be aggressive and loud under heavy load
  • Overclocking performance is limited by a single 8-pin power connector (220W power limit)
  • Significant fan noise increases if manually pushing for higher clock speeds
  • The 8GB of VRAM may act as a bottleneck for some modern AAA titles at ultra settings
  • Requires manual undervolting or custom fan curves to balance noise and thermals optimally

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti review

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (specifically tested as the EVGA XC Gaming model) is an exceptionally impressive graphics card that delivers outstanding performance for 1080p and 1440p value PC gaming. Built on the Ampere architecture with 4,864 CUDA cores, 38 RT cores, and 8GB of GDDR6 VRAM, this dual-slot GPU easily matches or surpasses the performance of the older, more expensive...Read more

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01/02/2021
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC GAMING REVIEW

The EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti XC GAMING is a highly compact, midrange graphics card based on NVIDIA’s Ampere architecture and GA104 silicon. Priced at a slight premium over the Founders Edition MSRP, it features 4,864 CUDA cores and 8GB of GDDR6 memory, operating with a mild 3% factory overclock that brings its boost clock to 1710 MHz. The card's standout feature is its diminutive...Read more

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The Tweakers review of the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060, titled "Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 review: op scherp in het midrange-segment," evaluates the Founders Edition alongside MSI's overclocked Gaming X 6G variant. Built on the 16-nm Pascal architecture, the mid-range GPU features 6GB of GDDR5 memory and acts as Nvidia's direct response to AMD's Radeon RX 480. The core pros highlighted in...Read more

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