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Hauppauge HD PVR 2 vs j5create JVA02: Comparison
Hauppauge HD PVR 2 and j5create JVA02 separate most on latency: Hauppauge HD PVR 2 at 30, j5create JVA02 at 40, 33% in favour of Hauppauge HD PVR 2. They match on form factor, passthrough resolution and hdr support.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | External USB | External USB |
| Brand | Hauppauge | j5create |
| Connection Type | USB 2.0 | USB 3.0 / 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Max Recording Resolution | 1080i60 / 720p60 | 1080p60 |
| Passthrough Resolution | 1080p60 | 1080p60 |
| HDR Support | No | No |
| Latency | 30 | 40-33% |
| Model | HD PVR 2 (Model 1512) | JVA02 |
Verdict
Hauppauge HD PVR 2
5 / 10 Expert Rating
A niche standalone recorder for HDMI/component sources without a PC.
j5create JVA02
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid budget alternative to the Ripsaw HD with the same hardware mixing convenience for less money.