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Elgato Game Capture Neo vs Hauppauge HD PVR 2: Comparison
Elgato Game Capture Neo and Hauppauge HD PVR 2 differ on connection type: Elgato Game Capture Neo at USB 3.0 / 3.2 Gen 1, Hauppauge HD PVR 2 at USB 2.0. They match on 4 other specifications, including form factor, passthrough resolution and hdr support.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | External USB | External USB |
| Brand | Elgato | Hauppauge |
| Connection Type | USB 3.0 / 3.2 Gen 1 | USB 2.0 |
| Max Recording Resolution | 1080p60 | 1080i60 / 720p60 |
| Passthrough Resolution | 1080p60 | 1080p60 |
| HDR Support | No | No |
| Latency | 30 | 30 |
| Model | Game Capture Neo | HD PVR 2 (Model 1512) |
Verdict
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.
Hauppauge HD PVR 2
5 / 10 Expert Rating
A niche standalone recorder for HDMI/component sources without a PC.