Elgato's Game Capture 4K S is an external capture card for PC, PS5, Switch 2, and iPad

Corsair and Elgato have launched the new Game Capture 4K S external capture solution, designed for PCs, Macs, PlayStation, Xbox, the Nintendo Switch 2, and even iPadOS. It's the successor to the popular Elgato HD60 X, supporting recording or streaming cinematic 4K60 gameplay with zero-latency passthrough.

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It even supports low-latency preview as low as 30ms, with additional support for high refresh-rate 1440p120 and 1080p240 capture for those playing competitive games. HDR10 passthrough is also available at 4K60 for enhanced immersion while you play or stream, HDR10 capture up to 1080p60, and VRR support for smooth gameplay.

It's also a compact unit with a slim design, featuring two HDMI ports and a single USB-C interface for seamless plug-and-play functionality. It's also supported by the new Elgato Studio App, which has been optimized for minimal system load, featuring new snapshot capabilities for social media posts and thumbnails.

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The new Game Capture 4K S is available for $159.99 USD on the Elgato webstore and ships with a two-year warranty.

"Our new 4K S is a game-changer for both professional and aspiring content creators," Thi La, Chief Executive Officer of Corsair, said. "With cinematic 4K60 capture, ultra-low latency preview, and support for high frame rates up to 1080p240, it delivers the performance and visual fidelity today's gamers and streamers demand. Its plug-and-play compatibility across Windows, macOS, and iPadOS, along with seamless integration with OBS, Streamlabs, and TikTok Live Studio, makes it one of the most versatile capture solutions available. We're proud to launch this breakthrough product as we continue to execute on our commitment to innovation, creator empowerment, and long-term growth."

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Elgato Game Capture 4K S Tech Specs

• Input: HDMI 2.0 (unencrypted), 3.5 mm analog audio in
• Output: HDMI 2.0 (lag-free passthrough)
• Passthrough Resolutions: Up to 2160p60, 1440p120, 1080p240
• Capture Resolutions: 2160p60, 1440p60, 1080p120, 1080p60, 720p60, 567p, 480p
• HDR10 Passthrough: Up to 2160p60
• HDR10 Capture: Up to 1080p60 (Windows only)
• VRR Support: Yes
• Dimensions: 112 x 72 x 18mm
• Weight: 90 g