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AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus GC513 vs Elgato Game Capture Neo: Comparison
AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus GC513 and Elgato Game Capture Neo differ on form factor: AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus GC513 at External, standalone-capable, Elgato Game Capture Neo at External USB.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | External, standalone-capable | External USB |
| Brand | AVerMedia | Elgato |
| Connection Type | USB 2.0 Micro USB, HDMI | USB 3.0 / 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Max Recording Resolution | 1080p60 (PC-free) | 1080p60 |
| Passthrough Resolution | 4K60 | 1080p60 |
| Model | Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus (GC513) | Game Capture Neo |
Verdict
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.
Elgato Game Capture Neo
6 / 10 Expert Rating
The cheapest legitimate entry into Elgato's ecosystem, reasonable only if you're certain you'll never need 4K passthrough.
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