GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Vision OC 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR vs MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Sea Hawk EK X. Specifications, performance, tests

This section provides a detailed comparison of the fundamental technical specifications of the graphics cards GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Vision OC 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR and MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Sea Hawk EK X. It includes key information such as the GPU chip architecture, the number of processing units, and other core features that directly impact the overall performance of the cards in various applications, including gaming and professional workloads.

• Based on
  NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 LHR NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080
• GPU Chip
  GA106-302-A1 TU104
• Execution units
  28 46
• Shader
  3584 2944
• Render Output Units
  64 64
• Texture Units
  112 184

Here is a comparison of memory configurations GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Vision OC 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR and MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Sea Hawk EK X. It includes details such as the memory size, type (e.g., GDDR6, HBM2), and bandwidth, which are key factors that determine how efficiently the card handles large textures, data sets, and high-resolution tasks.Larger memory sizes are typically beneficial for demanding applications like 4K gaming and video editing.

• Memory Size
  12 GB 8 GB
• Memory Type
  GDDR6 GDDR6
• Memory Speed
  1.875 GHz 1.75 GHz
• Memory Bandwith
  360 GB/s 448 GB/s
• Memory Interface
  192 bit 256 bit

This section focuses on comparing the clock speeds of GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Vision OC 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR and MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Sea Hawk EK X. It includes both the base and boost clock speeds, which directly influence the performance of the GPU during intensive tasks. Faster clock speeds typically translate to higher frame rates in games and quicker processing in compute-heavy applications.

• Base Clock
  1.320 GHz 1.515 GHz
• Boost Clock
  1.837 GHz+ 3 % 1.860 GHz+ 9 %
• Avg (Game) Clock
  1.777 GHz 1.710 GHz
• Overclocking
  Yes Yes

This section examines the thermal design of GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Vision OC 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR and MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Sea Hawk EK X. It includes details such as power consumption (in watts) and thermal output during regular operation and overclocking. Efficient thermal management is essential for maintaining stable performance during long gaming sessions or other demanding tasks.

• TDP
  170 W 260 W+ 21 %
• TDP (up)
  210 W+ 24 % 310 W+ 30 %
• Tjunction max
  -- 89 °C
• PCIe-Power
  1 x 8-Pin 2 x 8-Pin

This section compares the cooling systems of GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Vision OC 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR and MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Sea Hawk EK X. It includes details about the types of coolers (e.g., blower or open-air) and the number and size of fans, which play a crucial role in maintaining optimal temperatures during operation.Effective cooling is essential for preventing thermal throttling and extending the longevity of the GPU.

• Fan-Type
  Axial --
• Cooler-Type
  Air cooling Water cooling
• Fan 1
  3 x 80 mm --
• Noise (Idle)
  0 dB / Silent 0 dB / Silent
• Fan 2
  -- --
• Noise (Load)
  35 dB 0 dB

This section compares the connectivity options available on GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Vision OC 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR and MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Sea Hawk EK X. These include the number and type of ports like HDMI, DisplayPort, and others that are essential for connecting displays and external devices.This information helps determine which card offers more versatile or modern connectivity options.

• Max. Displays
  4 4
• HDCP-Version
  2.3 2.2
• HDMI Ports
  2x HDMI v2.1 1x HDMI v2.0b
• DP Ports
  2x DP v1.4a 3x DP v1.4a
• DVI Ports
  -- --
• VGA Ports
  -- --
• USB-C Ports
  -- 1

This section compares the technical specifications of GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Vision OC 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR and MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Sea Hawk EK X. It highlights key features such as API support for DirectX, OpenGL, and Vulkan, which are crucial for running modern games and applications efficiently.These specifications ensure compatibility and optimal performance across a wide range of software environments.

• Max. resolution
  7680x4320 7680x4320
• DirectX
  12_2 12_2
• Raytracing
  Yes Yes
• DLSS / FSR
  Yes Yes
• LED
  GIGABYTE RGB Fusion MSI Mystic Light

This section compares the support for video codecs on GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Vision OC 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR and MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Sea Hawk EK X. It highlights the built-in capabilities for compressing and decompressing video formats such as H.264, H.265 (HEVC), and VP9, which are important for tasks like video editing and streaming.

• h264
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• VP8
  Decode Decode
• h265 / HEVC
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• VP9
  Decode Decode
• AV1
  Decode No

This section compares the physical dimensions of GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Vision OC 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR and MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Sea Hawk EK X. It includes the size, weight, and slot requirements, which are important considerations for ensuring compatibility with your PC case, especially in smaller or more compact builds.

• Length
  280 mm 305 mm
• Height
  116 mm 169 mm
• Width
  41 mm 42 mm
• Width (Slots)
  2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
• Weight
  -- 1365 g

This section provides additional information about GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Vision OC 12G (rev. 2.0) LHR and MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Sea Hawk EK X. It covers aspects such as release dates, interface compatibility, and other unique features that might not be covered in other sections.This helps users make a more informed decision about the suitability of each card for their specific use case.

• GPU Interface
  PCIe 4.0 x 16 PCIe 3.0 x 16
• Release date
  Q2/2021 Q2/2019
• Release price
  519 $ 849 $
• Structure size
  8 nm 12 nm
• Part-no
  GV-N3060VISION OC-12GD --
• Documents
  data sheet data sheet