Best NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti GPU settings for crypto mining

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In order to get the most out of your GPU for cryptocurrency mining, it’s important to configure thebest graphics cardyou can buy for more efficient operation. While it’s possible you can simply install a GPU and let it run some mining software, the best way to go is to lower the power draw without sacrificinghashrate, which is precisely what this guide will showcase with the RTX 3060 Ti.

How to optimize your NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti for mining

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It’s possible toturn your gaming PC into a passive source of incomethrough cryptocurrency mining. The RTX 3060 Ti is a brilliant GPU for the job and while it’s possible to leave it running at default settings, we’re going to optimize it for higher, more efficient returns.

With some time spent fine-tuning the NVIDIA RTX 3060 Ti, it’s possible to hit a hashrate of 60MH/s, which is precisely where it should be.

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Rich Edmonds was formerly a Senior Editor of PC hardware at Windows Central, covering everything related to PC components and NAS. He’s been involved in technology for more than a decade and knows a thing or two about the magic inside a PC chassis. You can follow him on Twitter at@RichEdmonds.