Overview
The Elgato HD60 X is a capture card designed for gamers and streamers who want high-quality recording and streaming. It supports 4K60 HDR passthrough, allowing you to enjoy your game in full resolution on your monitor while capturing or streaming at 1080p60. With USB 3.0 connectivity, setup is plug-and-play on both PC and Mac.
Key Features
- 4K60 HDR passthrough — Zero-lag display of your game in stunning HDR
- 1080p60 capture — Perfect for streaming and recording at high quality
- USB 3.0 connection — Bus-powered, no external power supply needed
- Low latency design — Minimal delay between gameplay and stream
- Dedicated 4K Capture Utility software — Easy setup and advanced controls
Compatibility Guide
- Supported OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit), macOS 11 or later
- Interface: USB 3.0 (USB 2.0 works but limits performance)
- HDMI input: HDMI 2.0 (4K60 HDR)
- HDMI output: HDMI 2.0 (passthrough)
- Works with game consoles (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch) and PCs. Note: HDCP-protected content cannot be captured.
Ideal Use Cases
- Starting your streaming journey — Simple setup gets you live quickly
- Recording gameplay videos — Capture high-quality footage for YouTube or editing
- Dual-PC streaming — Offload encoding to a dedicated streaming PC
Upgrade Considerations
- Does not support 4K144fps or 1440p120fps passthrough. For higher refresh rates, consider the Elgato 4K60 Pro Mk.2 or 4K X.
- Requires a USB 3.0 port. USB 2.0 will limit resolution and frame rate.
- Ensure your capture PC meets recommended specs (Intel Core i5-6xxx or equivalent AMD) to avoid encoding lag.