It’s nothing hard, but you’ll have to open up your PC. The other cards, however, have a couple more steps. Finally, plug in the USB cable to your computer and your capture card. If you get a capture card like the HD60 S, all you have to do is run an HDMI cable from your console to the card’s input port, then run another HDMI cable from the card’s output port to your monitor or TV. However, for beginners, it may not be worth the extra money.
These more expensive models have added features like higher streaming resolution and bitrate. But, if you want to step up your game, Elgato’s pricier cards require some installation. The HD60 S is a perfect capture card for beginners. When it comes to sheer value, the HD60 S gives you the most bang for your buck, and it is extremely easy to set up. Apart from its unique PC-free mode, it can also record and stream footage the normal way, which makes this a much more versatile card. If you want to remove the PC from the process altogether, the AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus can capture footage onto itself, thanks to a MicroSD card slot that accepts cards up to 128GB.