12G-P5-3657-KR | EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 XC GAMING, 12G-P5-3657-KR, 12GB GDDR6, Dual-Fan, Metal Backplate
- Model: 12G-P5-3657-KR
- GPU: NVIDIA RTX 3060 (LHR)
- Memory: 12GB GDDR6, 360 GB/s
- Cooling: Dual HDB fans, metal backplate
- Connectivity: 1x HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, PCIe 4.0 x16
- Dimensions: 201.8 x 110 x 40 mm
- Weight: ~0.8 kg
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 XC GAMING, 12G-P5-3657-KR, 12GB GDDR6, Dual-Fan, Metal Backplate
Ampere Architecture and Performance
The EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 XC GAMING (12G-P5-3657-KR) leverages NVIDIA’s Ampere architecture, featuring 3584 CUDA cores and a 1882 MHz boost clock. Its 12GB GDDR6 memory at 15 Gbps (360 GB/s bandwidth) delivers strong 1080p (~80–100 FPS in *Elden Ring* Ultra) and solid 1440p (~50–70 FPS) gaming. It includes 2nd Gen Ray Tracing Cores, 3rd Gen Tensor Cores, DLSS, LHR (~25 MH/s), and NVENC for streaming. Users praise its 1080p/1440p performance and ample VRAM but note limited 4K capability (~30–40 FPS). Ideal for mid-range RTX builds.
Dual Fan Cooling and Compact Design
The dual HDB fan cooling system with a metal backplate keeps temperatures at ~65–70°C under load with moderate noise (~30–35 dB). The 2-slot design (201.8 x 110 x 40 mm) is compact, fitting mATX/ITX cases. Users commend its cooling efficiency and build quality but note occasional coil whine and the need for good case airflow. Use EVGA Precision X1 for fan and overclocking control. Ideal for smaller builds but may need fan curve tweaks for heavy loads.
Connectivity and Power Efficiency
Supporting PCIe 4.0 x16, the card offers 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a for 1080p/4K displays (max 7680x4320 @ 60Hz). It requires a 550W PSU with one 8-pin PCIe connector (170W TDP). Users value its efficiency and multi-monitor support (up to 4) but caution about PSU quality for overclocking. LHR limits mining performance (~25 MH/s). Ideal for mid-range gaming PCs and content creation.
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 XC GAMING: All Features
| Architecture | NVIDIA Ampere |
|---|---|
| CUDA Cores | 3584 |
| Boost Clock | 1882 MHz |
| Memory | 12GB GDDR6, 15 Gbps, 192-bit, 360 GB/s |
| Cooling | Dual HDB fans, metal backplate |
| Features | 2nd Gen Ray Tracing Cores, 3rd Gen Tensor Cores, DLSS, LHR (~25 MH/s), NVENC encoder, G-SYNC, NVIDIA Reflex, NVIDIA Broadcast, RTX IO, DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan RT, OpenGL 4.6, HDCP 2.3, VR Ready |
| Connectivity | 1x HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| Warranty | 3 years (registration recommended) |
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 XC GAMING: All Specifications
-Tech Specs| Model | 12G-P5-3657-KR |
|---|---|
| GPU | NVIDIA RTX 3060 (GA106-300-A1, LHR) |
| CUDA Cores | 3584 |
| Base Clock | 1320 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1882 MHz |
| Memory | 12,288 MB GDDR6, 192-bit, 15 Gbps, 360 GB/s bandwidth |
| Texture Units (TMUs) | 112 |
| ROPs | 48 |
| Cooling | Dual HDB fans, metal backplate |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| Outputs | 1x HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a |
| Max Digital Resolution | 7680 x 4320 @ 60Hz |
| Dimensions | 201.8 x 110 x 40 mm (2 slots) |
| Power Requirements | 550W PSU, 1x 8-pin PCIe connector, 170W TDP |
| Operating System | Windows 7/10/11 64-bit, Linux |
| Features | Ray Tracing, DLSS, LHR (~25 MH/s), NVENC encoder, G-SYNC, NVIDIA Reflex, NVIDIA Broadcast, RTX IO, DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan RT API, OpenGL 4.6, HDCP 2.3, VR Ready |
| Warranty | 3 years (registration recommended) |
| Certifications | RoHS, CE |
| Package Contents | Graphics card, quick installation guide, driver disk |
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