One-slot, low-profile Nvidia RTX 3060 12 GB with two monitor outputs breaks cover at Newegg for $496 — bus-powered model looking for a use case in local LLM work
Small-form-factor, low-profile Nvidia RTX 3060 12 GB with two monitor outputs breaks cover at Newegg for $496 — bus-powered model looking for a use case in local LLM work
Nvidia has reintroduced the RTX 3060 with a 12 GB version, featuring a low-profile design suitable for compact systems. This one-slot card, priced at $495.59 by SRhonyra, draws power solely from the PCIe slot, eliminating the need for a robust power supply and reducing cable clutter. Designed for entry-level local AI workstations, it can run 7B to 13B language models, despite drawing only 70 W of power from the PCIe slot, resulting in slightly lower performance compared to its full-sized counterparts.
Despite the reduced power, the card's low-profile design and minimal power consumption make it an attractive option for those seeking a compact solution for running larger models in constrained environments.
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