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AVerMedia Live Streamer Ultra HD vs Pengo Technology Pengo 4K HDMI Grabber: Comparison
AVerMedia Live Streamer Ultra HD and Pengo Technology Pengo 4K HDMI Grabber differ on form factor: AVerMedia Live Streamer Ultra HD at Internal PCIe, low-profile PCB, 121 x 113.5 x 21.5mm, Pengo Technology Pengo 4K HDMI Grabber at Camera Dongle.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Internal PCIe, low-profile PCB, 121 x 113.5 x 21.5mm | Camera Dongle |
| Brand | AVerMedia | Pengo Technology |
| Connection Type | PCIe Gen 3 x1 | USB 3.0 |
| Max Recording Resolution | 2160p30 (4K30) | 1080p60 |
| Passthrough Resolution | 2160p60 HDR/VRR, 1440p60 HDR/VRR, 1080p240 HDR/VRR — distinct from and higher than the 4K30 actual capture ceiling | 4K60 (HDMI loop-out) |
| Model | GC571 | 4K HDMI Grabber |
Verdict
AVerMedia Live Streamer Ultra HD
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A budget-friendly entry point into internal PCIe capture with real 4K30 recording and stronger HDR/VRR passthrough, but its lack of independent long-term review coverage and 4K30 (not 4K60) capture ceiling limit it to a specific slower-content niche.
Pengo Technology Pengo 4K HDMI Grabber
5 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the better budget HDMI dongles, but still a 1080p60 recorder wearing a 4K label.
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