Do I need a powerful PC to use an external capture card?

For recording at 1080p60, a mid-range PC is enough. For live streaming with software encoding (x264), a recent quad-core processor at least is recommended. With the AVerMedia LGP2 Plus in standalone mode you can record without a PC.

Do these capture cards work with the Nintendo Switch 2?

The Elgato HD60 X is officially compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2. The AVerMedia LGP2 Plus is compatible with the original Nintendo Switch; for the Switch 2, it is worth checking the updated compatibility on the manufacturer's website.

Can you also capture the voice-chat audio?

Both capture the game audio that passes over HDMI. The chat audio (from a headset connected to the console) has to be captured separately, usually by mixing in OBS or using an external audio mixer.

Are they compatible with Mac?

The Elgato HD60 X is natively compatible with Mac. The AVerMedia LGP2 Plus works on Mac for basic capture, but some advanced RECentral features are limited to Windows.

Streaming·Jun 19, 2026·5 min read

Elgato HD60 X vs AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus: which capture card to buy (2026)

We compare the Elgato HD60 X and the AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus to choose the best capture card in 2026: quality, latency, PC-free recording and compatibility.

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Elgato HD60 X vs AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus: which capture card to buy (2026)