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Elgato (Corsair)
Elgato HD60 X
Game Streaming, Console Capture, Content Creation, Video Recording, Live Production
Overview
The Elgato HD60 X is a popular external USB capture card that lets you capture and stream gameplay from consoles and PCs at up to 4K30 or 1080p60 HDR10 with ultra-low latency via Instant Gameview passthrough. Featuring VRR support, HDMI 2.0 input/output, and a bus-powered USB-C 3.2 Gen1 connection, it works out of the box with OBS Studio, Streamlabs, Discord, and virtually any capture software on Windows, macOS, and iPad. The compact aluminum chassis with front HDMI input makes it ideal for portable streaming setups and professional content creation workflows.
Key Highlights
- Capture PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC gameplay at up to 4K30 or 1080p60 HDR10 with zero-latency passthrough via Instant Gameview
- Play in full resolution with VRR passthrough support — passthrough up to 4K60 HDR10, 1440p144, or 1080p240 with Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM)
- USB-C 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps) bus-powered connection — no external power adapter needed, works with Windows, Mac, and iPad
- Compatible with OBS Studio, Streamlabs, Twitch Studio, Discord, Zoom, and all major streaming/recording apps
- Ultra-compact 415g aluminum design with front-mounted HDMI input for clean cable management
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Elgato (Corsair) |
|---|---|
| Model | Elgato HD60 X |
| Capture Resolution | Up to 4K30 or 1080p60 HDR10 via USB; passthrough up to 4K60 HDR10, 1440p144, 1080p240 |
| Connection Interface | USB-C 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps) |
| HDMI Version | 2.0 |
| VRR Support | Yes |
| HDR Support | HDR10 capture and passthrough |
| Bus Powered | Yes |
| Weight | 415g (0.415 kg) |
| Ports & I/O | 1x HDMI 2.0 (input) 1x HDMI 2.0 (output/passthrough) 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen1 (host connection 5Gbps) |
| Connectivity | Wired via USB-C 3.2 Gen1 to host computer; HDMI passthrough to display (no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth) |
| Dimensions | 112 x 72 x 19 mm |