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AVerMedia Live Gamer 4K 2.1 vs Elgato 4K X: Comparison
AVerMedia Live Gamer 4K 2.1 and Elgato 4K X differ on connection type: AVerMedia Live Gamer 4K 2.1 at PCIe, Elgato 4K X at PCIe Gen 4 x4. They match on form factor and software integration.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Internal PCIe | Internal PCIe |
| Brand | AVerMedia | Elgato |
| Connection Type | PCIe | PCIe Gen 4 x4 |
| HDR Support | Yes | Yes (capture capped at 4K60 in HDR mode) |
| Software Integration | OBS | OBS |
| Model | Live Gamer 4K 2.1 (GC575) | 4K X |
Verdict
AVerMedia Live Gamer 4K 2.1
9 / 10 Expert Rating
The best balance of future-proof HDMI 2.1 capability and price in an internal 4K60 capture card.
Elgato 4K X
9 / 10 Expert Rating
The right step up for creators who need genuine high-frame-rate 4K SDR capture (4K144/4K120) and VRR handling — provided you have a desktop with an open PCIe x4 slot, and you accept the 4K60 ceiling when capturing in HDR.