Elgato
Elgato HD60S
F
Ranked #15 in Capture Cards
0 LP on the
category ladder
what's LP?
Lacks future-proofing; better alternatives exist at similar price points.
Consolidated from 18 independent outlets
Where the cited sources landed, as we read them
- 9 positive sources
- 3 neutral sources
- 5 unconvinced sources
Flagged as a product to avoid
5 of 9 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.
Lacks future-proofing; better alternatives exist at similar price points.
Flagged 24 August 2026
Pros & cons
- ✓ Versatility
- ✓ Low latency
- ✓ Solid build
- ✓ Reliable performance
- ✓ Firmware support
- ✗ No 4K passthrough
- ✗ Mixed firmware updates
- ✗ higher latency
- ✗ no HDR support
- ✗ slightly higher cost
The sources behind this ranking
We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.
Evidence 1 article, 15 video reviews and 2 community sources
9 positive sources
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Tech YES City Tech YES City · 626K subscribers · Dec 2016
Blunty Blunty · 376K subscribers · Apr 2016
GabeTrades GabeTrades · 211K subscribers · Jan 2017
Blowout Gaming Blowout Gaming · 31.6K subscribers · Sept 2020
Stream Tech Reviews Stream Tech Reviews · 23.4K subscribers · Jul 2018
GameFormative GameFormative · 20.8K subscribers · Sept 2019
XRIG XRIG · 2.9K subscribers · Jul 2019
PC HUB PC HUB · 1.6K subscribers · Mar 2026
HolyWords HolyWords · 502 subscribers · Dec 2018
The best part too is that it won't drop your frames rates or introduce any input lag - it basically is a gameplay captor's dream!Watch B
Very very pro. I haven't tried it yet, so I can't say it's fantastic because I don't know. Should be fantastic from all I know. It'll do 1080p 60 frames per second just like its internally mounted sibling there. But its main upgrade feature from the old external version is now it has USB 3.0 0, which gives it much more data rate to squirt through to the computer, which means it can now do the tricWatch G
With USB3.0 and Instant Gameview, Elgato has staked it's claim as one of the best capture card devices on the market!Watch B
I find to be really high quality!Watch S
Elgato HD60S (recommended): http://amzn.Watch G
BEST GAME CAPTURE CARD - Elgato HD60S (2019 Edition) - Unboxing, Setup & ReviewWatch X
We did an Elgato HD60S in-depth comparison and review and got it tested with a ps4 with its native streaming quality vs with the HD60S by Elgato and got stunning results. Check out the full video before purchasing.Watch P
First, ease of use and setup. One of the biggest advantages of the Elgato HD60S Plus is its userfriendly setup. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, this device is incredibly easy to get up and running. Simply plug it into your gaming console, PC, or laptop, and you're good to go.Watch H
The BEST Capure Card in the market for Gaming | Elgato HD60SWatch
3 neutral sources
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Stream Tech Reviews by BadIntent BadIntent · reviewer · Jun 2018
Chris Loh Chris Loh · 71.3K subscribers · Dec 2020
Verified Reviews Verified Reviews · 1.1K subscribers · Aug 2026
The other difference between these two devices is that the HD60S does not allow you to both record and stream and different qualities. So if you’re streaming at 40 Mbps, but want a smaller file recorded to your PC, you can’t make the recording 30 Mbps. However, this limitation only applies to Elgato’s native capture program.Read C
This isn't the highest-end video capture device that Elgato has, but is a good start for any gamers who are interested in starting to record or stream their games online through various platforms.Watch V
This device, while praised for its 1080p60 capture, isn't as flawless as you'd expect for over 200 bucks. In fact, I uncovered some key issues that might make you pause before buying. So stick around if real talk about this popular capture card is exactly what you need. Now, before you jump to conclusions, let me set the stage.Watch
5 unconvinced sources
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FornaTRON FornaTRON · 9.1K subscribers · Apr 2021
Ninja Shake Ninja Shake · 1K subscribers · Jun 2016
t0nymacar0ni t0nymacar0ni · 861 subscribers · Oct 2022
We really gave the Elgato HD60S a funeral. 😭⚰️ JailBreakGaming and Neema Weed showed up dressed in black, delivered a dramatic eulogy, cried like somebody lost a family member, and then actually buried the capture card.View post F
Don't buy the elgato hd60s for mac - this is not clickbait! This capture care literally does not work properly with MacOS and you will have tons of audio sync issues and other issues since it does not run natively in any capture software.Watch E r/elgato u/Ok_Patience6395 · owner
Hi I tried game capture HD & installed the standalone driver and it still doesn't work.Read thread N
MAC USERS BEWARE: Currently, there is no support for the HD60S for Macs. It sucks, I know.Watch T
Telling you reasons on why you should not to get the Elgato HD60S+. I'm trying to save yall money and time.Watch
Frequently asked questions
It ranks #15 (F tier) on our consolidated capture cards board, drawn from 18 independent outlets.
No 4K passthrough. Mixed firmware updates. higher latency. no HDR support. slightly higher cost.
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