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Elgato Game Capture 4K X: specs and price (2026)

Elgato Game Capture 4K X has a US price of $229.99 (Launch MSRP $229.99 per Corsair press release (Feb 1, 2024) and multiple retailers; elgato.com later lists $249.99). Below is its full, sourced spec sheet — every value links to the source and the date we captured it.

Specifications

Price (US)	$229.99 Launch MSRP $229.99 per Corsair press release (Feb 1, 2024) and multiple retailers; elgato.com later lists $249.99
Brand	Elgato
Released	2024-02
interface	usb
max passthrough	4K144 (HDMI 2.1, VRR, HDR10)
max capture resolution	4K (2160p)
max capture framerate	144
hdr passthrough	Yes
vrr support	Yes
input	hdmi
encoding	software
release	2024-02

Source: elgato.com (verified 2026-06-20) · corroborated by corsair.com. USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface, HDMI 2.1 passthrough up to 4K144 with HDR10/VRR, and capture up to 2160p144 (4K144) confirmed via Elgato help docs and retailer spec listings (Amazon/Best Buy/Micro Center). Launch date Feb 1, 2024 confirmed via Corsair newsroom. CORRECTED priceUsd 249.99 -> 229.99: official launch MSRP was $229.99 per Corsair press coverage (thefpsreview, eteknix) and current B&H/retailer pricing; the $249.99 on elgato.com is a later list price. Encoding is software/host-based (no onboard encode chip; UVC stream to PC).

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Elgato Game Capture 4K X cost?

The Elgato Game Capture 4K X has a US price of $229.99 (Launch MSRP $229.99 per Corsair press release (Feb 1, 2024) and multiple retailers; elgato.com later lists $249.99), as of 2026-06-20.

When was the Elgato Game Capture 4K X released?

The Elgato Game Capture 4K X was released 2024-02.

What are the Elgato Game Capture 4K X's key specs?

Elgato Game Capture 4K X (Elgato): interface usb, max passthrough 4K144 (HDMI 2.1, VRR, HDR10), max capture resolution 4K (2160p), max capture framerate 144, hdr passthrough Yes. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-20.