Elgato’s long-awaited HDMI 2.1 capture cards finally shipped with high resolution and framerates for your Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC
Elgato’s new capture cards promise higher-resolution footage with no interruptions during gameplay.
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What you need to know
The long wait and anticipation for Elgato’s new capture cards is finally over. Two new entries just shipped. The 4K X andthe 4K Propromise higher resolution and framerates when recording your gaming footage or streaming.
The 4K Xretails for $229.99 with 4K / 144fps capture, while the 4K Pro is available for $279.99 with up to 4K / 60fps HDR capture, and supports 8K / 60fps HDR passthrough. The latter is the perfect candidate for PC gaming since it’s also ideal for dual PC streaming.
The 4K X USB |$229.99 at Elgato
The 4K X HDMI 2.1 capture card will let you record your gameplay and footageup to 4K at 144 frames per second with ultra-low latency VRR passthrough for high resolution and framerates.
It’s worth noting that the 4K X capture card can handle a wide range of passthrough and capture resolutions since it ships with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support. They also leverage Elgato’s 4K Capture feature, which allows users to rewind and capture clips while recording footage.
As reported byThe Verge, Elgato is currently developing full support for ultrawide resolutions for the capture cards. The company is also working toward incorporating 5.1 surround sound passthrough and capture support for a better streaming experience.
Both models feature ALLM passthrough support, which means that your TV can now trigger a game mode that automatically features ideal image settings and latency without affecting your footage.
We have a review on the way, too, so be on the lookout for a more in-depth analysis of how the capture cards perform onXbox Series X|Sand Windows PCs.
The 4K PRO|$279.99 at Elgato
The 4K Pro is the perfect capture card for PC gamers as it offers up to 4K / 60fps HDR capture, and supports 8K / 60fps HDR passthrough. It also suppports a dula PC setup making streaming easier with zero interruptions on your gameplay.
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