The USB-C cable connects the XR1 to your computer, which is great for laptops with limited connectivity. EVGA doesn’t list any strict system requirements, but it should work fine on most PCs from the last few years (a dedicated graphics card is best). Beginning with the original XR1 (the subject of this review), this USB 3.0 device is capable of 1080/60 capture, 4K/60 passthrough, and, of some interest, an “advanced pass through mode” supporting high refresh rate displays. As a user of the original Elgato Game Capture HD and then the HD60 S, I'll admit the HD60X doesn't feel like a revelatory new product. I'm yet to find any external capture card that makes capturing gameplay as much of a doddle as I'd like to think it to be. That said, there are some things I probably couldn't go without now that I have used the HD60 X. Adroit 1080p at 60fps recording, yes, though more so the low latency passthrough, VRR, and HDR support. All of which makes it so I don't have to sacrifice my own gaming experience to record it for others.

Support Manual for EVGA X58 Classified (141-BL-E759, 141-BL-E760, 141-BL-E761, 170-BL-E762) - visual guide One of the best features on the HD60 X is that it has stellar passthrough specs, so you don't have to compromise your personal gaming experience on PS5, Xbox Series X, or PC while streaming or recording. It supports passthrough at the following settings: 4K at 60fps, 1440p at 120fps, and 1080p at 240fps. The Elgato Game Capture 4K60 S+ is for content creators who want to upgrade their channels in a big way. For starters, it can capture 4K HDR gameplay directly to your PC or SD card. Yep, this is Elgato's first capture card to use stand-alone recording via an SD card, which is a massive plus for console games and a long-awaited feature from veteran Elgato users. While the 4K60 Prodoes something similar in terms of what it can capture, the S+'s extra portability is what you should care about.That doesn’t mean it needs to cost you a lot of money. The Switch isn’t very powerful, so you don’t need to worry too much about resolution and frame rate like you do with PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Even our cheapest recommendation, the AverMedia Live Gamer Mini, provides enough power for the Switch’s resolution and frame rate. The goal of using any capture card is to get the highest quality feed possible. We tested the XR1 for two purposes. The first is capturing a video feed from our DSLR camera for use on our Two and a Half Geeks podcast and other video calls. The second is capturing gameplay footage for a livestream or recording. On the contrary, a good capture card could increase the quality of your stream, potentially lighten the load on your main PC, and improve the performance of your games while streaming.

The footage came out great and it was easy to pull clips from the SD card via card reader. To be honest, I've had more issues managing the video files using the Elgato 4K Capture Utility software. This software is the only place to make changes to the capture card and adjust picture settings.

Compatibility of the EVGA XR1 lite Capture Card, Certified for OBS, USB 3.0, 4K Pass Through (141-U1-CB20-LR)

RECentral 4 software can have problems when left open but not in use for long periods of time. The audio and visual information become distorted but are immediately fine again when restarting the program. It’s never happened while the software has been in active use or during streaming so has never felt like a problem that inhibited performance. The XR1 is a good capture card, but it's also no better than any of the competing, more established products. And while many old hands have no issues using OBS, both Elgato and AVerMedia with their easy-to-use apps, are more welcoming for newcomers. So where does that leave the XR1? The most obvious competitor is the Elgato HD60S+. Like the XR1 it can handle 4K pass-through but also capture, albeit at 30 FPS. It does have some gremlins with HDCP, and it's more expensive and requires specialist drivers. Most capture cards are built for Xbox and PlayStation consoles, which have a higher resolution and frame rate compared to the Switch. Because of that, you don’t need to worry too much about specs when choosing a Nintendo Switch capture card. After verifying 1080p recording at 60 fps, pay attention to things like SD card recording, bundled software, and minimum system specifications. It's also worth pointing out that using a low-quality cable will also result in on-screen interference. This isn't exclusive to the XR1, the Razer Ripsaw suffers the same way when not using the cable that came with it (ironically the cable I eventually grabbed for the XR1). Bandwidth is key, so make sure you have a good one, maybe even grab something for USB 3.1 or 3.2 as a little extra insurance.