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Small black rectangular capture device with HDMI and USB-C ports

elgato GM-29E-Black HDMI to USB-C Capture Card 1080p60 4K30 input Black

SKU CH-YNG7-QV2VW

Captures 4K 30 fps input and streams 1080p 60 fps via USB 3.0 with low latency

  • CPUMinimum System Requirements: Windows 10/11 (64-bit), macOS 1
  • Memory sizeMinimum System Requirements: Windows 10/11 (64-bit), macOS 1
  • GPU modelMinimum System Requirements: Windows 10/11 (64-bit), macOS 1
  • Power drawNew chip technology, lower latency, faster transmission spee
  • Casing colorBlack
  • Spec summaryMinimum System Requirements: Windows 10/11 (64-bit), macOS 1
  • Capture 1080p at 60 fps for smooth streaming
  • Accepts 4K input at 30 fps from consoles
  • USB 3.0 connection gives low-latency transfer
  • Works with Windows 10 or 11 and macOS 10.15
  • No drivers or external power needed

What this capture card does

The Elgato GM-29E-Black converts an HDMI signal into a USB-C stream that a computer can record or broadcast. It accepts 4K at 30 frames per second and outputs 1080p at 60 frames per second or 2K at 30 frames per second. The device is aimed at streamers, remote workers and educators who need a simple way to bring console or camera footage into OBS, Zoom or similar software on Windows 10 or 11 and macOS 10.15 or later.

What the build needs and what it frees

A free USB 3.0 port supplies both data bandwidth and power, so no external adapter is required. The host must run a 64-bit operating system with at least an Intel Core i3 or AMD Ryzen 3 processor and 4 GB of RAM. Because the card is driverless, it works immediately with capture applications and leaves the rest of the system free for encoding, overlays or other tasks.

Sustained-load behaviour

An aluminium-alloy chassis dissipates heat during long recording or streaming sessions, helping the newer chip maintain lower latency and stable frame delivery. The USB 3.0 link supports MJPEG and YUV422 formats without dropping frames, so extended broadcasts stay clear and audio remains synchronised. The unit is not designed for direct screen mirroring to a monitor or TV.

How it compares

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Price $36.99
Cheaper than about 68% of the 509 comparable items (median $80.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameElgato
Product lineGM-29E-Black
Model nameGM-29E-Black
Part numberGM-29E-B
Casing colorBlack
Product colorBlack
Display
Supported resolutions1080P
Display type1080p
Audio & video
Video capabilities1080p
SoundWAV/MP3
Ports & slots
Video inputsUsb3.0, usb2.0, usb3.0_c
Audio inputsNew chip technology, lower latency, faster transmission speed, 4K 30fps input, and 1080P 60fps video output
Audio output portUsb2.0
Ports inUsb3.0, usb2.0, usb3.0_c
Power
Power drawNew chip technology, lower latency, faster transmission speed, 4K 30fps input, and 1080P 60fps video output, false
Size & build
Product dimensions14.33 in W × 12.83 in H × 9.06 in D
More details
SamplingMPEG-4
Indicator lightNew chip technology, lower latency, faster transmission speed, 4K 30fps input, and 1080P 60fps video output
TV standardsNTSC
Video systemATSC

Questions about this item

How long can the GM-29E-Black capture at 1080p60 before the aluminium housing reaches its thermal limit?

The aluminium alloy housing provides strong heat dissipation for sustained 1080p60 capture, and the new cable layout design helps maintain stability during extended sessions.

Does the capture card generate audible noise or require external power when running all day?

The device is bus-powered over USB 3.0 with no external supply needed, and its passive aluminium construction means there are no fans to produce noise during continuous operation.

What minimum computer specifications must I already have for the GM-29E-Black to work?

You need Windows 10 or 11 64-bit or macOS 10.15 or later, an Intel Core i3 or AMD Ryzen 3 processor or equivalent, 4 GB RAM, and an available USB 3.0 port.

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