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The Asus Dual RTX3060 O8G boasts a predominantly white color scheme and a relatively modest size with just 2 fans. This graphics card will make a striking statement for your PC at first glance. Its compact size also makes it suitable for various case designs from ITX, m-ATX to full ATX. Despite its beauty, does the product possess advantages worthy of its price? Let's find out in this hands-on review of the Asus Dual RTX3060 O8G GPU.
First up is the unboxing experience of the Asus Dual RTX3060 O8G, the
graphics cardis packaged similarly to many other products in the RTX 30-series lineup. The most impressive highlight comes from the predominant white color similar to the graphics card inside and the image of a white tiger promising superior graphics power.
Below the outer shell, the Asus Dual RTX3060 O8G emerges from meticulously finished black packaging, with the ASUS logo prominently painted in yellow. ASUS also pays great attention by providing ample shock-absorbing foam to ensure maximum component safety.
The initial impression upon laying eyes on the Asus Dual RTX3060 O8G comes from its incredibly compact design, measuring only 20cm in total length. The predominant white color scheme extends seamlessly from the cooling system to the backplate at the rear. However, it's somewhat regrettable that the PCB retains its original black color. Nevertheless, ASUS has skillfully engineered the PCB internally so as not to significantly affect the overall aesthetics.
The cooling fans are designed axially, with the ASUS logo adorning the center of the two fans. ASUS has utilized Axial-tech Fan to increase airflow pressure for rapid heat dissipation. Additionally, the company has integrated dual ball bearing technology to enhance product lifespan. With the 0dB noise-limiting technology, the fans halt rotation when the temperature drops below 50 degrees Celsius, reducing power consumption and significantly increasing durability.
On the top side of the product, which also serves as a showcase when installed in a PC setup, the company has incorporated eye-catching details to further accentuate the GeForce RTX series and ASUS branding. The overall dimensions of the graphics card will occupy about 2 slots, relatively more space-efficient than other products equipped with 3 fans.
Furthermore, unlike the standard version, the Asus Dual RTX3060 O8G is only equipped with a single 8-pin power connector. This indicates that the product will consume relatively less power, although its high-performance stability may not be on par.
On the rear side, the backplate is meticulously finished with aluminum material and embellished with captivating gaming motifs. The robust metal material will help prevent bending and protect components from unnecessary accidents.
At the rear end, the Asus Dual RTX3060 O8G offers 4 output ports including 3 DisplayPort 1.4a ports and 1 HDMI 2.1 port. All are shielded with stainless steel to provide both premium glossiness and prevent degradation over time.
In terms of specifications, the Asus Dual RTX3060 O8G falls short as it's supplied with only a single 8-pin power connector instead of the standard 2 8-pin connectors. Additionally, the VRAM capacity has been reduced from 12GB GDDR6 to 8GB GDDR6, which may be limiting for prolonged high-performance usage or gaming at high resolutions.
On the flip side, the overclocked clock speeds compensate for some of these limitations. Compared to the ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 3060 OC Edition 12GB, which has an OC clock speed of 1807MHz and a gaming mode clock speed of 1777MHz, the Asus Dual RTX3060 O8G White boasts slightly higher clock speeds with an OC clock speed of 1867MHz and a gaming mode clock speed of 1837MHz.
This promises higher processing performance as both feature the same GA106 GPU with 3584 CUDA cores. Regarding performance, I'll provide you with a hands-on review on a PC setup with this graphics card, so stay tuned.
Overall, the Asus Dual RTX3060 O8G with its fresh white color and sleek compact design will bring a breath of fresh air to your PC setup. Additionally, the product will be suitable for those planning to upgrade their ITX or m-ATX computers.
The product is currently priced at 8.79 million Vietnamese Dong and you can directly refer to retail stores for purchase.
