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Compact aluminum video capture box with USB-C and 3.5 mm jacks

COUGAR

COUGAR Envision Video Capturing Device 4K60 passthrough 4K30 capture

SKU CH-4JEG-SF6FA

Captures 4K at 30 Hz or 2K at 60 Hz while passing through 4K at 60 Hz or 2K at 144 Hz with VRR support, aluminium cooling and 3.5 mm audio jacks over USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C

  • Supported resolutions4K
  • Video resolution4K/30 Hz
  • 4K60 passthrough lets you play at 3840 x 2160 60 Hz while recording
  • Capture up to 4K30 or 2560 x 1440 60 Hz for crisp streams
  • Full aluminium-alloy cover dissipates heat during long sessions
  • 5 mm headphone and mic ports keep audio simple
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C and VRR support reduce screen tearing

Purpose and audience

The COUGAR Envision is a video capture device built for streamers and gamers who want to record or broadcast gameplay at up to 4K resolution and 30 frames per second. It accepts a 4K signal at 60 Hz or a 2K signal at 144 Hz and passes that signal through to a display without added latency.

Interface limits

Capture is limited to 4K at 30 Hz or 2K at 60 Hz, so high-refresh 4K gameplay cannot be recorded at its native frame rate. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 connection provides the bandwidth for these capture modes, but it does not support higher capture frame rates at 4K resolution.

Build and connectors

An aluminium alloy shell acts as a heatsink to manage the thermal load of continuous video encoding. A 3.5 mm combo jack lets you connect a headset for monitoring or commentary, while the USB Type-C link carries both data and power to the host computer.

How it compares

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Price $76.99
Pricier than about 72% of the 987 comparable items (median $43.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCOUGAR
Model nameEnvision
Part numberEnvision
Display
Supported resolutions4K
Audio & video
Video resolution4K/30 Hz

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 4K60 passthrough or the 2K144 passthrough option?

Choose 4K60 passthrough for 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz on your monitor, or 2K144 passthrough for 2560 x 1440 at 144 Hz if you prefer higher refresh rate.

What does 4K30 capture mean for my recordings?

The device records at 3840 x 2160 resolution and 30 frames per second, so your saved footage matches that frame rate even while you play at 60 Hz passthrough.

How does the USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 1 connection limit capture performance?

The USB 3.2 Gen 1 link provides enough bandwidth for 4K30 or 2K60 capture, and the aluminium body helps keep temperatures stable during long sessions.

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