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Small black rectangular capture card with HDMI and USB 2.0 ports, 64 by 28 by 13 mm

elgato HDMI Video Capture Card 4K Input 1080P Output USB 2.0

SKU CH-2H7P-2JDXS

Captures 4K HDMI input at 30 Hz and outputs 1080p video via USB 2.0 for streaming

  • CPUPC i5-3400 or above; NB i7-3537U 2.0 GHz or above
  • Memory sizePC i5-3400 or above; NB i7-3537U 2.0 GHz or above
  • GPU modelPC i5-3400 or above; NB i7-3537U 2.0 GHz or above
  • Power draw4K Input and 1080P Output, false
  • Casing colorBlack
  • Spec summaryPC i5-3400 or above; NB i7-3537U 2.0 GHz or above, 1080p, YU
  • 4K input at 30 Hz for detailed source footage
  • 1080p output at 30 Hz for smooth streaming and recording
  • USB 2.0 plug-and-play with no driver or power adapter needed
  • Works with Windows, macOS, Linux and Android for broad software compatibility
  • Compact 64 x 28 x 13 mm body for portable setups

Product identity

The Elgato 679263979950 is an external HDMI capture device that accepts a 4K signal at 30 Hz and delivers a 1080p stream at 30 Hz over USB 2.0. It is aimed at streamers, educators and remote workers who need a simple way to bring a camera or console feed into OBS, VLC or Potplayer on Windows, macOS or Linux.

Setup requirements

Your computer must meet the minimum CPU guideline of an Intel Core i5‑3400 desktop processor or a Core i7‑3537U mobile chip running at 2.0 GHz. A free USB 2.0 port is required for both data and power, and an HDMI cable is needed to connect the source device. No separate driver installation or external power adapter is necessary.

Sustained operation

The unit draws a maximum of 0.4 A at 5 V DC from the USB bus, so it remains powered as long as the host port supplies current. Video is encoded in YUV or JPEG formats at up to 1080p30, and the compact 64 mm by 28 mm by 13 mm enclosure has no active cooling, making thermal behaviour dependent on the host system’s airflow during long sessions.

How it compares

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Price $20.99
Cheaper than about 90% of the 509 comparable items (median $80.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameElgato
Product line679263979950
Model name679263979950
Part numberVideo-capture-card
Casing colorBlack
Product typeExternal TV Tuner Box
Product colorBlack
Processor
CPUPC i5-3400 or above; NB i7-3537U 2.0 GHz or above
Memory
Memory sizePC i5-3400 or above; NB i7-3537U 2.0 GHz or above
Display
Supported resolutions1080P
Display type1080p
Graphics
GPU modelPC i5-3400 or above; NB i7-3537U 2.0 GHz or above
Audio & video
Video capabilitiesYUV/JPEG, 1080p
Sound4K Input and 1080P Output
Ports & slots
Video inputsHdmi, usb2.0
Video outputsYUV/JPEG
Audio inputs4K Input and 1080P Output
Audio output portUsb2.0
Ports inHdmi, usb2.0
Power
Power draw4K Input and 1080P Output, false
Power supplyPC i5-3400 or above; NB i7-3537U 2.0 GHz or above, false
Size & build
Product dimensions14.33 in W × 12.83 in H × 9.06 in D
Product weight0.64 oz
Compatibility
Maximum monitor supportedYUV/JPEG
In the box
Included itemsVideo Capture Card
In the boxVideo Capture Card
More details
Others4K Input and 1080P Output, Video Recording, 1080p, YUV/JPEG, PC i5-3400 or above; NB i7-3537U 2.0 GHz or above
Product formatYUV/JPEG
Device controlPC i5-3400 or above; NB i7-3537U 2.0 GHz or above
Indicator light4K Input and 1080P Output
Video encodingHardware Encoding
Video formatDivx

Questions about this item

Does the capture card include the HDMI and USB cables or must they be purchased separately?

The card itself is supplied without cables; you need an HDMI cable from the source device and a USB 2.0 cable to the computer.

Should I choose the 4K input model or a 1080P input model for my Nintendo Switch?

The Switch outputs 1080P maximum, so this card’s 3840×2160@30Hz input capability is not required; a 1080P input card would be sufficient.

What does the 3840×2160@30Hz input figure mean when I record in OBS?

The card accepts a 4K 30 Hz signal but downscales it to 1920×1080@30Hz YUV/JPEG over USB 2.0, so OBS always receives 1080P 30 fps.

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