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Roland VC-1-DL vs UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489: Comparison
Roland VC-1-DL vs UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489 latency compared
The gap that matters here is latency: Roland VC-1-DL 17 ms against UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489 120 ms, which puts Roland VC-1-DL 606% ahead.
Which should you buy, Roland VC-1-DL or UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489?
The Roland VC-1-DL suits conference rooms and event production with mixed, older display equipment and anyone needing genuinely near-zero latency signal conversion, not just capture, though it is the wrong buy for 4K workflows, this converter tops out at 1080p60 and budget buyers, Roland's pro-AV pricing reflects its niche capability set. It also earns its place with AV integrators dealing with legacy DVI or VGA sources alongside HDMI. Avoid it for console or PC gaming capture, this is priced and built for pro AV conversion. Buy the UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489 for occasional video calls or lecture capture where latency doesn't matter, though it is not built for competitive gaming, where the passthrough lag is noticeable and HDR capture or passthrough of any kind. The same goes for casual recording of a console, camera, or retro system on a tight budget. It is not the one for anyone who has used a premium card before and will notice the latency difference. Our rating of the Roland VC-1-DL (7/10): A genuinely useful multi-format converter for legacy AV environments, far more niche and pricier than a typical gaming capture card. Our rating of the UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489 (4/10): A budget dongle that does the basics for very little money. Fine for casual recording, not for competitive gaming or anything latency-sensitive.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Roland VC-1-DL and UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489 differ on form factor?
Yes. Form Factor reads External USB on the Roland VC-1-DL versus Camera Dongle on the UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489.
Is the Max Recording Resolution the same on the Roland VC-1-DL and UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489?
It is. Both are listed at 1080p60, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Form Factor
- Roland VC-1-DL
- External USB
- UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489
- Camera Dongle
Brand
- Roland VC-1-DL
- Roland
- UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489
- UGREEN
Model Number
- Roland VC-1-DL
- VC-1-DL
- UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489
- CM489
Connection Type
- Roland VC-1-DL
- USB-C / Thunderbolt
- UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489
- USB-A / USB-C
Max Recording Resolution
- Roland VC-1-DL
- 1080p60
- UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489
- 1080p60
Passthrough Resolution
- Roland VC-1-DL
- 1080p60
- UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489
- 4K60 (HDMI loop-out)
HDR Support
- Roland VC-1-DL
- No
- UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489
- No
Latency
- Roland VC-1-DL
- 17 msBest
- UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489
- 120 ms-606%
Which one should you pick?
Choose Roland VC-1-DL if you want the lower latency (17 ms vs 120 ms).
Choose UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Verdict
Roland VC-1-DL
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely useful multi-format converter for legacy AV environments, far more niche and pricier than a typical gaming capture card.
UGREEN Video Capture Card CM489
4 / 10 Expert Rating
A budget dongle that does the basics for very little money.