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Elgato Game Capture 4K S — Technical Specifications

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These are the technical specifications for Elgato 4K S.

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Technical Specifications

Interface:

  • USB 3.0 Type-C port
  • 3.5 mm TRS (stereo) line-in port
  • HDMI 2.0 Input (Unencrypted)
  • HDMI 2.0 Output (Lag-free passthrough)

Input:

  • HDMI 2.0
  • Lag-free passthrough up to 2160p60, 1440p144, 1080p240 Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), High Dynamic Range (HDR)

Capture:

  • Capture up to 2160p60, 1440p144, 1080p120, 1080p60, 720p60, 567p, 480p

Learn more about which resolutions are supported by 4K S.

HDR Passthrough and Capture Resolutions

  • HDR 10-bit passthrough up to 4K60
  • HDR Capture up to 1080p60*

*HDR capture is currently only available on Windows.

Supported Sources

  • Nintendo Switch 2
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Sony PlayStation 5
  • Sony PlayStation 4/Pro
  • Microsoft Xbox Series X|S
  • Microsoft Xbox One X|S
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • iPhone/iPad
  • Google Pixel
  • And other unencrypted HDMI sources.

Supported Software

  • Elgato Studio 1.0 or later
  • Elgato Capture (iPadOS)
  • OBS Studio
  • Meld Studio
  • And more...

Elgato Studio is available for download here.

Elgato Capture for iPadOS is available for here.

Product Dimensions and Weight

  • Size: 17 x 112 x 72
  • Weight: 90 g (3.2 oz)

In The Box

  • Game Capture 4K S
  • USB C-to-C Cable (150 cm / 59 in.)
  • HDMI 2.0 Cable (150 cm / 59 in.)