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AVerMedia Live Gamer Ultra 2.1 vs Hauppauge HD PVR 2: Comparison
AVerMedia Live Gamer Ultra 2.1 and Hauppauge HD PVR 2 differ on form factor: AVerMedia Live Gamer Ultra 2.1 at Compact external box, 120 x 70 x 27.6mm, 115g, Hauppauge HD PVR 2 at External USB.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Compact external box, 120 x 70 x 27.6mm, 115g | External USB |
| Brand | AVerMedia | Hauppauge |
| Connection Type | USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gbps) | USB 2.0 |
| Max Recording Resolution | 2160p60 (true 4K60) — independently confirmed by WindowsCentral and TweakTown as the actual recording ceiling, despite marketing copy prominently featuring 4K144 | 1080i60 / 720p60 |
| Passthrough Resolution | Up to 2160p144 HDR/VRR, 4K120 on LG OLED displays, 3440x1440p120, 1440p240 (firmware-enabled), 1080p360 — these are the numbers AVerMedia markets most prominently, and they describe the HDMI monitor feed only, not what's recorded | 1080p60 |
| Model | GC553G2 | HD PVR 2 (Model 1512) |
Verdict
AVerMedia Live Gamer Ultra 2.1
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely strong 4K60-capture, 4K144-passthrough card let down only by marketing copy that leads with the passthrough number — read the fine print, and it holds up well against pricier internal alternatives.
Hauppauge HD PVR 2
5 / 10 Expert Rating
A niche standalone recorder for HDMI/component sources without a PC.
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