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Elgato HD60 X vs j5create JVA02: Comparison

Elgato HD60 X and j5create JVA02 differ on connection type: Elgato HD60 X at USB-C, j5create JVA02 at USB 3.0 / 3.2 Gen 1. They match on form factor and max recording resolution.

Elgato HD60 X (External USB-C / 1080p60 Capture / 4K60 HDR Passthrough / HDR Support / PS5, Xbox Series X & Switch)
ElgatoElgato HD60 X
j5create JVA02 (External USB 3.0 / 1080p60 Capture / 1080p60 Passthrough / Built-in Audio Mixing Dial)
j5createj5create JVA02

Specs

Specification
Elgato HD60 X (External USB-C / 1080p60 Capture / 4K60 HDR Passthrough / HDR Support / PS5, Xbox Series X & Switch)
Elgato HD60 X
j5create JVA02 (External USB 3.0 / 1080p60 Capture / 1080p60 Passthrough / Built-in Audio Mixing Dial)
j5create JVA02
Form FactorExternal USBExternal USB
BrandElgatoj5create
Connection TypeUSB-CUSB 3.0 / 3.2 Gen 1
Max Recording Resolution1080p601080p60
Passthrough Resolution4K60 HDR1080p60
HDR SupportYesNo
ModelHD60 XJVA02

Verdict

Elgato HD60 X

9 / 10 Expert Rating

The best capture card for most console streamers — reliable 1080p60 capture with 4K60 HDR passthrough in a simple USB-C package.

j5create JVA02

6 / 10 Expert Rating

A solid budget alternative to the Ripsaw HD with the same hardware mixing convenience for less money.

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