With the Game Capture 4K S, Elgato introduces its most powerful external capture card to date – setting a new standard for high-quality gameplay recording and live streaming. As the successor to the popular HD60 X, the new model offers true 4K60 recording quality, ultra-fast passthrough and seamless integration into current setups. The 4K S is not only interesting for console gamers, but also for PC creators and iPad users who want to record and share content directly – without any technical hurdles.
- Recording in cinematic 4K60 quality and latency-free HDMI passthrough
- Support for 1440p120 and 1080p240 for competitive titles
- Full compatibility with Windows, macOS and iPadOS – no drivers required
- New “Elgato Studio” app with ultra-low latency and social media tools
Real-time performance for all platforms
The Elgato 4K S has been specially developed for modern gaming requirements. It enables lag-free recording of content at up to 4K at 60 frames per second – a decisive advantage for creators who not only want to stream, but also record locally at the same time. The latency-free HDMI passthrough guarantees that the gameplay on the main screen remains absolutely responsive – a prerequisite for fast gameplay, for example in shooters or competitive online titles.
For even more flexibility, the capture card also supports alternative resolutions and frame rates: 1440p at 120 Hz and 1080p at an impressive 240 Hz – ideal for those who prefer high FPS gameplay. Even graphics-intensive titles such as Call of Duty or Valorant can be captured in maximum quality. Thanks to UVC support, the 4K S is recognized directly by applications such as OBS Studio, Streamlabs or TikTok Live Studio – without additional driver installation.
Elgato is also open when it comes to compatibility: The 4K S not only works with Windows 11 and macOS 13, but also with iPads from iPadOS 18 – for example for mobile recording with the Nintendo Switch 2. Elgato thus remains true to its line of delivering flexible and future-proof solutions for a broad creator community.
New software, familiar strengths
To accompany the hardware, Elgato is introducing Elgato Studio, a new capture software that will replace the familiar 4KCU app in the future. The application automatically recognizes the 4K S and offers an optimized user interface with extremely low latency in the preview – down to 30 milliseconds, which makes it usable even for single-screen setups. Features such as the snapshot tool facilitate the creation of thumbnails or social media clips, while the directly integrated settings allow fine-tuning of the recording parameters.
If you want, you can also activate experimental beta features – a plus point for creators who like to test new functions. At the same time, Elgato Studio remains resource-friendly and is also suitable for laptops or less powerful systems.
Despite its compact design, the 4K S comes with professional features: HDR10 passthrough up to 4K60, recording of HDR10 content up to 1080p60 (under Windows), support for VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) and an analog audio input for in-game chat with team members – without having to resort to additional interfaces.
Conclusion
The Elgato Game Capture 4K S is aimed at anyone who wants to create gaming content in the highest quality – whether for Twitch, YouTube or TikTok. It combines powerful hardware with intuitive software and remains flexible enough for a wide range of setups. The capture card is now available in the Elgato webstore for €179.99. The scope of delivery includes a two-year warranty and technical support from CORSAIR – a complete package that should convince both beginners and experienced creators.
