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Elgato 4K Pro vs Elgato 4K X: Comparison
Elgato 4K Pro and Elgato 4K X differ on connection type: Elgato 4K Pro at PCIe, Elgato 4K X at PCIe Gen 4 x4.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Internal PCIe | Internal PCIe |
| Brand | Elgato | Elgato |
| Connection Type | PCIe | PCIe Gen 4 x4 |
| Passthrough Resolution | 8K60 / 4K240 | 4K144 |
| HDR Support | Yes | Yes (capture capped at 4K60 in HDR mode) |
| Software Integration | OBS / 4K Capture Utility | OBS |
| Model | 4K Pro | 4K X |
Verdict
Elgato 4K Pro
10 / 10 Expert Rating
The flagship internal card for professional streamers — 8K60 passthrough, multi-app support, and rock-solid 4K60 HDR capture at a premium price.
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.