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MSI · Released Jan 2022

MSI Gaming Trio GeForce RTX 3060 8GB Review

Ampere · 8 GB GDDR6 · 170 W · Gaming Trio

Specdex verdict The MSI Gaming Trio GeForce RTX 3060 8GB scores 73/100 — entry-level capability with notable compromises; good for casual use but not the pick if you have flexibility on budget.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 8GB — the 2022 Ampere SKU with 8 GB GDDR6 targeting its tier.

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MSI Gaming Trio GeForce RTX 3060 8GB — Ampere · 8 GB GDDR6 · 170 W · Gaming Trio
Specdex Score
73
/ 100
raster 73
rt 68
ai 70
Editorial · Specdex take
Pros
  • +NVIDIA driver stack
  • +DLSS support on RTX
  • +Strong resale value
Cons
  • Power draw scales with tier
  • Gen-over-gen price creep
  • VRAM gated per tier

Who's the MSI Gaming Trio GeForce RTX 3060 8GB for?

Quick verdicts for the most common buyer profiles, derived from the sub-scores above.

Power users and creators Skip

Compute scores trail current top-tier — look at our step-up alternatives below if performance is the priority.

Budget-conscious buyers Consider

Mid-tier pricing at $372 — review whether the score-per-dollar lines up against the cheaper alternatives we recommend.

In the box

What you get when you unbox the MSI Gaming Trio GeForce RTX 3060 8GB.

  • Graphics card
  • Adapter cables (12VHPWR / 16-pin)
  • Anti-sag bracket (premium tier)

Standard contents — region/SKU may vary; confirm at retailer.

Full score breakdown

Editorial · Specdex score
raster 73
rt 68
ai 70
efficiency 73

Sub-scores are Specdex's own assessment, weighted by category. They are not endorsed by, sourced from, or affiliated with the manufacturer. How we score →

Specifications

Manufacturer-sourced where verifiable
Performance
MSI Gaming Trio GeForce RTX 3060 8GB performance specs
Specification Value
VRAM 8 GB GDDR6
Other
MSI Gaming Trio GeForce RTX 3060 8GB other specs
Specification Value
Architecture Ampere
TBP 170 W
Release year 2022

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