Elgato Game Capture 4K S

A Capture Card Designed for Next-Generation Consoles

The Elgato Game Capture 4K S follows Elgato's philosophy: offering a compact, quick-to-install external capture solution powerful enough to keep up with current consoles. Designed to support PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Switch 2 in docked mode, it relies on a robust HDMI 2.0 video chain, zero-latency pass-through, and broad compatibility so you can produce content without being locked into a single software.

Streaming, Recording, Editing: Who the 4K S Is For

The 4K S targets creators who want a simple-to-transport and efficient 4K capture card for daily use: Twitch streamers, YouTube creators, esports coaches, or players who want to archive their performances. Thanks to 4K60, 1440p120, or 1080p240 pass-through, you maintain comfortable gameplay on your main screen while capturing a clean signal on PC, Mac, or iPad. It's also a practical solution for recording multiplayer sessions in a lounge or producing content on the go with a USB-C iPad.

Professional Features for Smooth and Modern Capture

4K60, HFR, and Ultra-Low Latency

The strength of the 4K S lies in combining 4K60 capture with high frame rates for fast-paced games. In pass-through, you can play up to 2160p60, 1440p120, or 1080p240 while recording at resolutions suited for streaming and editing. Ultra-low latency enables real-time gameplay capture without any noticeable delay during play.

VRR and HDR10: More Stable and Faithful Images

If your display and console support it, VRR pass-through helps reduce stuttering and tearing when framerates fluctuate. Regarding HDR, the 4K S supports HDR10 pass-through up to 4K60 and offers HDR10 capture up to 1080p60 on Windows with tone mapping, preserving usable images for your content even when playing in HDR.

UVC Compatibility and Multi-Platform Workflow

With UVC support and a USB-C connection, the 4K S easily integrates into existing production environments: OBS Studio, Streamlabs, and many capture and videoconferencing applications. Whether you work on Windows, macOS, or iPadOS, the goal is clear: quick setup, driver-free, so you can focus on directing, mic mixing, and editing rather than configuration.

Analog Audio Input for Commentary and Discussions

The 3.5 mm analog audio input jack provides valuable flexibility: you can record an external audio source, commentary, or more easily integrate certain voice chat setups depending on your configuration. A real plus for strengthening your audio chain without multiplying adapters.

Technical specifications

Input	HDMI 2.0 (unencrypted), 3.5 mm analog audio input	Dimensions	112 x 72 x 18 mm
Output	HDMI 2.0 (zero-latency pass-through)	Size	17 x 112 x 72 mm
Port	USB 3.0 Type-C	Weight	90 g
HDR10 pass-through	up to 2160p60	OS	Windows 11 or later, macOS 13 or later, iPadOS 18 (with USB-C)
HDR10 capture	up to 1080p60 (Windows only)	CPU	Intel Core i5 (8th generation or later) / AMD Ryzen / Apple M1 or higher
VRR	yes	GPU	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 10xx or equivalent