Palit Restocks 5‑Year‑Old RTX 3060 GPU Amid Global Memory Shortage

Palit has announced the re‑release of the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Infinity 2 OC, a graphics card that originally launched in February 2021. The company is bringing the same 2021‑era GPU back to market because the newer GDDR7 memory used in current‑generation cards is scarce and costly, while the older GDDR6 memory employed by the RTX 3060 remains more available and affordable.

The move highlights ongoing supply constraints in the graphics‑card market, where demand for newer hardware is being squeezed by high‑priced memory and the prioritisation of AI and data‑center chips. By using the older 8‑nm production process, Palit can manufacture the RTX 3060 without diverting capacity from Nvidia’s flagship models, allowing gamers in the entry‑level segment to obtain a card despite the broader shortage.

Industry observers note that older GPUs are seeing a resurgence in sales as consumers seek cheaper alternatives amid rising component prices, underscoring the strain on the hardware supply chain.