I'm still mad… but buy it anyway - RTX 3060 Review
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The RTX 3060 review starts by setting the stage for a historically significant mid-range GPU, comparing it to the GTX 1060 and recalling the difficulty of obtaining modern GPUs. The host explains the card’s price target around $329 USD and discusses the context of supply, performance expectations, and where the 3060 fits within Nvidia’s Ampere lineup. He highlights core features such as Ray Tracing, HDMI 2.1, and the Turing NVENC engine, arguing these additions lift gaming and streaming workflows while keeping power consumption in check. The video then pivots to a detailed GPU benchmark section, pitting the RTX 3060 against the GTX 1060, RTX 2060 SUPER, and other peers across modern titles at 1080p, with and without RTX enabled, to illustrate performance gains. In gaming tests like Shadow of the Tomb Raider, F1 2020, Forza Horizon 4, and Wolfenstein: Youngblood, the 3060 consistently outperforms its 1060 predecessor by a wide margin, though in some cases the 2060 SUPER remains a close competitor. The host notes notable exceptions such as Vulkan-capable titles and the 192-bit memory bus that slightly narrows some gaps, while also addressing power, thermals, and single-card variations. Finally, the review evaluates availability concerns, moral considerations around mining, and why the RTX 3060 represents a meaningful upgrade for mainstream gamers, concluding that the card largely justifies its price despite supply constraints and market frictions.
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Questions answered
- What is the RTX 3060's target price and how does it compare to the GTX 1060 in price today?
- The RTX 3060 targets around $329 USD, which is somewhat higher than the GTX 1060 at launch when adjusted for inflation, but it brings Ampere architecture features and RTX capabilities that the 1060 lacks.
- Does the RTX 3060 perform well at 1080p with RTX on or off in competitive titles?
- Yes, in many titles the RTX 3060 delivers higher performance with RTX on at 1080p and often surpasses the GTX 1060 even when RTX is enabled.
- What about availability and value for current owners of older GPUs?
- Availability at launch is constrained and subject to scalping, but the 3060 generally offers strong upscaling in 1080p gaming and a clear step up from older midrange cards, making it a compelling upgrade when stock is reasonable.