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Get ready for high resolution recording and streaming with great framerates

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Published onFebruary 2, 2024

published onFebruary 2, 2024

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Don’t wait any longer to stream and record in high resolution and good framerates. The 4K X and 4K Pro HDMI 2.1 capture cards from Elgato are here. Yet, if you don’t know which one to get, we’re here to help you decide.

The first decisive factor is their accessibility. If you travel a lot and always switch devices, 4K X could be the best option. However, the 4K Pro is the stronger one. So, keep that in mind. Also, before getting any of them, know that theHDR capture is only available for Windows.

4K X and 4K Pro will set your new standards

4K X and 4K Pro Tech Specs

Core differences between the capture cards

There is a great difference between the two when it comes to captures and input. 4K Pro is better if you like the higher frame rate capture and prefer better color ranges and visuals.

Unfortunately, unlike 4K X, the Pro version requires a PCIe slot that limits the overall compatibility of the card. Yet, it allows you to passthrough 8K60. On top of that, it offers you the best framerate possible for 4K. Last but not least, 4K Pro can stream on multiple platforms, while 4K X can only stream on one platform at a time.

Ultimately, if you are a streamer who prefers using multiple platforms and like wide color ranges and detailed visuals, select 4K Pro. On the other hand, if you are always moving around, prefer a USB connection, can give up on 4K at 60 FPS, and don’t mind streaming on a single platform at a time, 4K X is waiting for you.

To complement your console and to further boost your gaming experience, check out ViewSonic4K-X1 and 4K-X2projectors.

Also, consider checking out thiscapture card selectorcreated by Elgato.

What are your thoughts? Do you prefer4K Xover4K Pro? Would you rather wait for a 4K Pro without a PCIe? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section.

More about the topics:game recording software,game streaming tools,streaming

Sebastian Filipoiu

Sebastian is a content writer with a desire to learn everything new about AI and gaming. So, he spends his time writing prompts on various LLMs to understand them better. Additionally, Sebastian has experience fixing performance-related problems in video games and knows his way around Windows. Also, he is interested in anything related to quantum technology and becomes a research freak when he wants to learn more.

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Sebastian Filipoiu

Sebastian is a content writer with a desire to learn everything new about AI and gaming.

With KB5043178 to Release Preview Channel, Microsoft advises Windows 11 users to plug in when the battery is low#

Copilot in Outlook will generate personalized themes for you to customize the app#

Microsoft will raise the price of its 365 Suite to include AI capabilities#

Death Stranding Director’s Cut is now Xbox X|S at a huge discount#

Outlook will let users create custom account icons so they can tell their accounts apart easier#

Elgato’s HDMI 2.1 capture cards 4K X and 4K Pro feature HDR and great frame rates#

4K X and 4K Pro will set your new standards#

Core differences between the capture cards#