# 4K-Resolution Capture Cards Elgato Launches the Two New 4K Game Capture Cards By Kanesa D | Published 2024-02-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elgato References: [hothardware](https://hothardware.com/news/elgato-releases-4k-x-and-4k-pro-capture-cards) & [elgato](https://www.elgato.com/us/en)  [Corsair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elgato-x-adobe) introduces the new Elgato 4K X and 4K Pro capture cards, designed to provide streamers and creators with reliable capturing capabilities. The 4K X is positioned as a "game-changer for content creators," compactly sized like a smartphone yet boasting HDMI 2.1 support for seamless 4K@120FPS capture without tearing. Its versatility extends to monitor passthrough up to 4K@144Hz and capture at 4K@144FPS, with USB 3.2 Gen2 connectivity ensuring compatibility with Windows, [Mac](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hd60x-capture-card), and newer [iPads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neo-line) via USB-C. Elsewhere, the Elgato 4K Pro capture card, while requiring a PCIe slot for installation, stands out with HDMI 2.1 input and output ports. Ideal for dual-PC streaming setups, it supports up to 8K60 HDR10 passthrough, 4K60 HDR10 capture, and variable refresh rate (VRR) support. The low latency passthrough ensures swift delivery of 4K@240FPS to the monitor. Interested parties can purchase the new Elgato capture cards at select retailers as well as on the Elgato website. Image Credit: Elgato ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 21% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Compact-sized Game Capture Cards:** The Elgato 4K X capture card is compactly sized like a smartphone, providing content creators with reliable capturing capabilities. - **Seamless 4K@120FPS Capture:** The Elgato 4K X capture card offers seamless 4K@120FPS capture without tearing, opening up new possibilities for content creators. - **Low Latency Passthrough:** The Elgato 4K Pro capture card ensures swift delivery of 4K@240FPS to the monitor with its low latency passthrough feature. ### Where This Applies - **Streaming Equipment:** The introduction of the Elgato 4K X and 4K Pro capture cards brings new innovations to the streaming equipment industry. - **Content Creation:** The compact design and high-quality capture capabilities of the Elgato capture cards offer disruptive innovation opportunities in the content creation industry. - **Gaming Accessories:** The Elgato 4K X and 4K Pro capture cards provide gamers with advanced accessories for capturing and streaming their gameplay. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [4K60 HDR Capture Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hd60x-capture-card.md) - [High-End HDMI Capture Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/live-gamer-ultra-21.md) - [Pro-Grade 4K Webcams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elgato-facecam-pro-4k60.md) - [Capture Card Audio Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/streamer-x.md) - [Pro Livestream Webcams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facecam-4k.md) - [Pro-Grade 4K Webcams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-kiyo-pro-ultra.md) - [Creative Home Computing Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neo-line.md) - [Responsive Streaming Enthusiast Webcams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperx-vision-s-webcam.md) - [Gaming Ecosystem Webcams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperx-vision-s.md)