Steam’s hardware survey for November 2023 shows significant shifts in graphics card popularity. The RTX 3060, which had surged earlier in October, saw its share drop to 5.04 percent by November. The change followed a rapid climb that had the RTX 3060 installed in almost one of ten machines connected to Steam, according to the iXBT reports cited. While the card’s market presence slipped from its peak, it remained the most widely used GPU among Steam users, reflecting its enduring appeal for gamers even as the overall mix evolves.
Across the same period, Nvidia’s GeForce GTX 1650 posted a notable gain, increasing its share by 1.13 percentage points to 4.76 percent. That uptick earned the 1650 the second spot in the rankings, narrowly ahead of the GTX 1060, which stood at 4.32 percent. The momentum for the 1650 underscored the continued demand at a budget segment where efficiency and price often drive adoption in many gaming setups.
November’s data also highlighted broader changes among graphics cards. The RTX 4060, for example, saw its share nearly halve, settling at 0.83 percent. This drop reflected cooler demand for newer midrange models as the market recalibrated after the initial excitement surrounding newer architectures. These numbers illustrate how the Steam community periodically shifts preferences as new releases, driver updates, and price dynamics influence consumer choice.
On the processor side, Steam’s October snapshot showed a rise in Intel’s share, which was subsequently adjusted in November. The November data placed Intel at 66.08 percent of Steam systems, while AMD stood at 33.88 percent. The lag between monthly reports highlights how changes in availability, pricing, and new processor generations can alter the mix among PC builders and gamers alike.
In related market movements, reports noted a shift in purchasing patterns among consumers in China following a government ban on sales of flagship Nvidia and AMD video cards. This development appeared to influence the domestic market dynamics and may have contributed to changes in global demand and inventory. Observers continue to watch how such regulatory actions shape supplier strategies, pricing, and regional adoption trends across the PC hardware sector.