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Elgato 4K Pro vs Hauppauge HD PVR 2: Comparison
Elgato 4K Pro and Hauppauge HD PVR 2 differ on form factor: Elgato 4K Pro at Internal PCIe, Hauppauge HD PVR 2 at External USB.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Internal PCIe | External USB |
| Brand | Elgato | Hauppauge |
| Connection Type | PCIe | USB 2.0 |
| Max Recording Resolution | 4K60 HDR | 1080i60 / 720p60 |
| Passthrough Resolution | 8K60 / 4K240 | 1080p60 |
| HDR Support | Yes | No |
| Model | 4K Pro | HD PVR 2 (Model 1512) |
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.
Hauppauge HD PVR 2
5 / 10 Expert Rating
A niche standalone recorder for HDMI/component sources without a PC.