Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus (GC513)

I have used several of these type of HDMI capture devices. Many here at Amazon have free returns, so I was able to order a few and then do a comparison. This is one of the devices I am keeping. Most computers have HDMI *out*, in order to connect the device to a monitor. However, if you want your computer to capture video, e.g. you want to digitize some videotapes, or you want to capture your game console to record your gaming (either for yourself, or if you want to have your own YouTube channel), then you need an HDMI *in*, which this is. This captures the incoming video, compresses it (without using the computer's CPU), and presents to the computer as a video in device, much like a webcam (although likely much better video quality). From their, your computer can record the video directly to your hard-drive (no worries about running out of space), or stream it via Zoom, Teams, Skype, or other video chat programs. Now, what makes this device unique among its competition, is that it works fine on USB 2.0 ports. Most of its competitors being sold today require USB 3.0. If your computer has USB 3.0, there are lots of choices to consider. But if you have an older computer without USB 3.0, then you probably want this. It can work with USB 2.0 because it converts video to a smaller bitrate, one that can be carried by the slower USB 2.0. I found the quality of recordings made with this device to be very good, certainly "good enough" for most purposes. I have successfully paired it with an older camcorder via its HDMI port, as a much upgraded webcam replacement for video conferences. Even if you have USB 3.0 on your computer, but the price, or delivery time, of other devices makes this attractive, I would recommend you give this consideration. (COVID19 has made devices like this scarce, with widely fluctuating prices to match.) I haven't used this devices other capabilities. I believe that most of the complaints here of the computer-free recording has to do with the quality of the SD card used, but haven't actually tried it myself. Same with the audio features, likely user error. If you are having difficulty with those, make sure you seek tech support before giving up on the hardware. AVerMedia has been in this space for a while, and generally have a good reputation.

Still working to this day. In the world of streaming this was a great price for a product that was well made. Compatible with any PC and easy to use. It is only 1080p but does it's job for video and audio capture.

I bought this capture card back in 2019 for my gaming channel and it really did a great job. I used it for a few years to record gameplay from both my PS4. One of the best things was being able to record straight to a microsd card without needing a PC - super convenient, especially when I didnt feel like messing with cables. The recording quality was great -1080 at 60fps, sharp video and almost no lag. Audio came through fine too though I did have to tweak the mic settings a bit at first to get everything just right. The software had a few minor glitches here and there, but overall it ran pretty smoothly. The only small downside was that long recordings would get split into 4GB files, but that’s more of a file system thing than a hardware issue. I ended up using it for about 3-4 years before upgrading to a newer model, but this one absolutely delivered for the price. If you’re looking for a simple reliable and easy to use capture card for gameplay - I can definitely recommend it.

BLUF: This is an excellent device for the money, and a good Swiss-army knife for a consultant or QA team to have around. It comes with all the cables, too, and they're not bad. I bought this to record workstation demos for clients; software-only recorders are not reliable under high CPU loads, and this will record independently to a MicroSD card (U3, V30 or better). I cannot find an English manual for this thing. There is a FAQ, but a proper manual is missing from both the box and the web site. This is important, because there are some "magic button" combos that you will have to figure out by trial and error without it-- including some very frustrating things like "headset mute". Some information you may find helpful: YES, it records HD (1920x1080) video at high framerates. NO, it will not record 4K video. YES, it will reliably run under power from a normal (500mA) USB-A port. (The manufacturer suggests bringing a USB power bank along if you're using a laptop, which is actually not a bad idea.) YES, it really will record totally independently of the host system; all it needs is power and an HDMI connection. There is a big glowing button you whack to start and stop it-- that's it. YES, it will also work as an OBS Studio device (one video capture device that also brings in audio; you don't need a separate audio connection). YES, it will record HDMI audio. However, the levels are a little low. YES, the headset jack is 4-position (TRRS) 3.5mm, supporting a microphone. If the mic doesn't seem to work, hold each of the volume buttons down for a few seconds until the mute clears. YES, you can hear the HDMI audio passthrough in the monitoring headset. YES, you can hear your own headset mic in the headset. It is, in my opinion, way too loud relative to the HDMI video, so you may want to move the boom out a bit. YES, there is a mode to use it as a glorified card reader. This was done so that you didn't need to load and unload cards all the time-- I suggest USING IT THAT WAY, and taping over the card slot once the card is installed. YES, there are some low-latency drivers available; NO, you don't have to use them. The issue is a little complicated; see the website. When used as a standalone capture device, the native format is ".MOV". The device is physically quite a bit smaller than I expected, and quite light. Build quality is good. Grab one. I couldn't find anything else that was even close for twice the price.

This allows me to easily stream my Nintendo switch through my laptop using OBS software (free download from the obs website) and be able to view my gameplay on a monitor at the same time. Great value for beginner streamers

If you are looking to record your gaming on a Nintendo Switch then this is the perfect device! Just plug and play. It’s that simple. I’ve been using it for about 2 days now and so far so good. It’s easy to set up and use too. If you are looking for a streaming device, it’s best to update the firmware and try as most of the other reviews say it’s fine with a pc but hit and miss with Mac. Still if all you need is to record your gameplay to a as card then this is the budget friendly device is one to consider. Will be using it more and providing any update if needed / possible.

I have been testing different capture cards for the Nintendo Switch for a while now & all have been disappointing. I was very skeptical because this was the only capture card on the market with the ability to record to Micro SD. This was so shockingly easy to set up & use I felt silly for not buying it sooner. If all you want to do is capture your gameplay, this is PERFECT. I don't know about streaming, I won't use it for that. All you do is connect it, plug in your Micro SD card & press the big AveR logo & it records. Press it again to stop recording. It really is that simple. It records in 1080p, beautiful color & you can also plug in a headset to record your audio. I wish they made a new version that captured in 4K to get a smoother image, but it's fine for now.

Bought this because its cheaper than Elgato and still offers 1080p 60fps streaming output but gives me 4k gaming experience, for half the price of an elgato...and bought it for the party chat feature for streaming, but I don't need to use it as it's better to buy a seperate mic for ingame party chat and use OBS Studios to stream out all audio from the game, which includes party chart. It's a great entry product for new streamers, but watch a youtube clip on how to vest set it up with obs.

Esta capturadora te deja grabar y transmitir en vivo las consolas por medio de hdmi, mantiene una resolución 1080P, nunca probé el 4K pero dudo un poco que lo alcance, tiene funciones interesantes y es fácil de instalar.