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AVerMedia Live Gamer Bolt vs AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus GC513: Comparison
AVerMedia Live Gamer Bolt and AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus GC513 differ on form factor: AVerMedia Live Gamer Bolt at Standalone (PC-Free), AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus GC513 at External, standalone-capable.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Standalone (PC-Free) | External, standalone-capable |
| Brand | AVerMedia | AVerMedia |
| Connection Type | USB-C / Thunderbolt | USB 2.0 Micro USB, HDMI |
| Max Recording Resolution | 4K30 HDR | 1080p60 (PC-free) |
| Passthrough Resolution | 4K60 HDR | 4K60 |
| Model | Live Gamer Bolt (GC551) | Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus (GC513) |
Verdict
AVerMedia Live Gamer Bolt
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The clear pick for genuinely PC-free console streaming, at a price that only makes sense if you actually need that independence.
AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus GC513
7 / 10 Expert Rating
The only genuinely standalone capture option here — records to microSD with no computer attached.
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