PALIT introduces GeForce RTX 3060 Infinity 2 OC GPU, a 'brand new' design

According to the latest Steam data, the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is still the most popular discrete gaming GPU among PC gamers. The mainstream GPU from the Ampere generation debuted in 2021, and in subsequent years we've seen its successors arrive in the form of the RTX 4060 and RTX 5060, both of which are among the most popular GPUs in use today.

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However, thanks to the current memory and component crisis, part of NVIDIA's solution to get GPUs out into the wild has been to re-release or re-launch the GeForce RTX 3060 as a mainstream option. And with that, we're not only seeing the return of older models but also new designs, such as the Palit GeForce RTX 3060 Infinity 2 OC (via VideoCardz). This is a new variant of the now five-year-old GPU model, and the dual-fan design includes a small factory overclock to 1792 MHz, with 12GB of GDDR6 memory.

The return of the GeForce RTX 3060 comes down to Ampere's use of Samsung Foundry's 8nm process as opposed to the TSMC chips found in the GeForce RTX 40 and 50 Series. This allows NVIDIA to produce more mainstream and entry-level GPUs for PC gamers using the GA106 GPU found in the RTX 3060. The only downside, of course, is that in 2026, performance is definitely a step or two behind the GeForce RTX 5060, even though it has more VRAM capacity.

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Based on our benchmark results, the GeForce RTX 5060 is around 50% faster at 1080p gaming, which means pricing will determine the overall value for consumers. Palit's product page for the new GeForce RTX 3060 Infinity 2 OC notes that it's built for "smooth 1080p gaming," with a compact design that supports quiet performance. The dual-fan, dual-slot form factor is also compatible with builds of all sizes, and the reinforced, vented backplate helps keep the GPU cool during gaming.