This article covers AVERMEDIA AVerMedia Live Gamer 4K GC573 [4Kパススルー対応 PCIe接続 ゲームキャプチャーボード] DV490.

Overview

The AVerMedia Live Gamer 4K GC573 is a PCIe capture card that supports 4K HDR 60fps recording and passthrough. As the model number DV490 indicates, it is the Japanese authorized version with a one-year warranty. Its standout feature is the ability to output the incoming 4K HDR signal to a monitor while simultaneously recording or streaming. It supports up to 2160p60 HDR recording and high-refresh-rate passthrough at 1440p144 and 1080p240. The interface is PCI Express x4 Gen2 with HDMI 2.0 input and output. Since it uses software encoding, performance depends heavily on your PC's CPU, so checking the system requirements beforehand is essential.

Connectivity & Compatibility

Interface: PCI Express x4 Gen2 Input: HDMI 2.0 Output (Passthrough): HDMI 2.0 Supported resolutions: 2160p, 1440p, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 480p Max input/output: 2160p60 (4K) HDR, 1440p144, 1080p240 Max recording: 2160p60 (4K) HDR, 1440p120, 1080p240 * LPCM 5.1ch/7.1ch passthrough Compatible software includes AVerMedia's own RECentral (PC version) as well as third-party applications like OBS Studio. Note that HDR recording and H.265 compression are only supported when using RECentral.

Product Info

Released in 2018, the Live Gamer 4K GC573 sits in the high-end tier. Few products at the time combined 4K HDR recording with high-refresh-rate passthrough, making it a pioneer in its category. The price has gradually dropped since launch and is now around ¥21,600 on . It comes with a one-year warranty as an authorized Japanese product. The package includes the card and a low-profile bracket, but you will need to supply your own HDMI cable.

Best Use Cases

Streamers who want to broadcast or record gameplay in 4K HDR quality Gamers who play at high refresh rates (144Hz+) and need lag-free passthrough while recording * Users who want to capture footage from multiple consoles (PS5, Xbox Series X) on a single PC For creators who require 4K 60fps HDR recording, this card remains a strong choice even today. However, because it relies on software encoding, a PC with at least an Intel Core i7-8700K and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 is recommended.

Product Disclosure (Amazon)

  • Manufacturer: AVerMedia
  • Seller: 大日本空輸グループ 総合本社
  • Fulfilled by: Amazon
  • ASIN: B07FDVYM6R
  • Note: This article covers a manufacturer-made product based on Amazon listing details.