The Elgato HD60 S remains one of the best entry-to-mid level capture cards for console and PC streamers who don't need 4K. It's reliable, easy to configure, and integrates seamlessly with popular streaming software, making it a strong value pick for anyone starting a streaming or content creation setup.
Tech Specifications
Pros
- Extremely simple plug-and-play setup
- Low-latency passthrough great for competitive play
- Compact, portable design fits in a laptop bag
- Works well with OBS, Streamlabs, and Elgato's own software
- Affordable compared to 4K capture cards
Cons
- Limited to 1080p60, no native 4K capture
- Requires a fairly capable PC for smooth encoding
- USB 3.0 port required, can be finicky on some hubs
- No standalone recording without a connected computer
Customer Reviews
Perfect for console streaming
Set this up with my PS5 in under ten minutes. The passthrough is basically instant and recordings look great on Twitch.
Great value, minor USB quirks
Works wonderfully once connected, but I had to try a couple different USB 3.0 ports before it was recognized reliably.
Reliable workhorse
I've used this for over a year for my YouTube gaming channel. Encoding is efficient and file sizes stay manageable.
Solid but wish it did 4K
For the price it's excellent, though I eventually outgrew it once I wanted to capture 4K console footage.
