I don't normally Pre-Order stuff... - AVerMedia @ Computex 2023
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Check out Moment at lmg.gg We stopped by the AVerMedia booth at Computex 2023 to
check out their TWO new HDMI 2.1 capture cards: one that's PCIe, and one that's more portable- and uses USB-C instead of Thunderbolt! These are awesome!
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Check out some of AVerMedia's capture cards: AVerMedia Live Gamer Extreme 3: geni.us AVerMedia Live Gamer Mini: geni.us Purchases made through some store links may provide some compensation to Linus Media Group. Want us to unbox something? Make a suggestion at lmg.gg ► GET MERCH: lttstore.com ► LTX 2023 TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW: lmg.gg ► GET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT ON FLOATPLANE: lmg.gg ► SPONSORS, AFFILIATES, AND PARTNERS: lmg.gg ► PRODUCTS WE USE ON THE SHORTCIRCUIT SET: lmg.gg FOLLOW US ELSEWHERE --------------------------------------------------- Twitter: twitter.com Instagram: @shortcircuityt TikTok: @linustech Facebook: @ShortCircuitYT CHAPTERS --------------------------------------------------- 0:00 AVerMedia's 2023 offering 0:15 The Internal Card 2:10 The External Card 4:25 Installing the Internal Card 5:24 Testing it on a PlayStation 5 6:22 **BIG ASTERISK** 8:18 Trying their Software 9:50 Testing the External Card 10:40 Pricing and Release Date
The video takes viewers to the Computex 2023 booth of AVerMedia, where the host introduces the two world’s first HDMI 2.1 capture devices, available in internal PCIe and external USB-C forms. The internal card, named Live Gamer 4K 2.1, emphasizes dual HDMI 2.1 ports for passthrough so creators can monitor without interrupting recordings. The host points out the PCIe Gen 3x4 interface, modest physical footprint, and RGB accents, noting that RGB is not the key feature here. The external option, Live Gamer Ultra 2.1, adds USB-C connectivity and a line-in for party chat, expanding versatility for console and mobile setups. The discussion highlights the potential for 4K 60 recording with 4K 144 Hz passthrough, as well as 1440p 120 Hz and 1080p 240 Hz passthrough, making these devices highly capable for modern consoles and high-refresh PC gaming. The host additionally explains the value of USB 10 gig connectivity over Thunderbolt for portability and compatibility with a wide range of laptops and desktops. Throughout the segment, the team demonstrates software integration, including RGB control and a performance test tool, while acknowledging some early software limitations and a possible firmware update to separate audio tracks. The video closes by addressing pricing around $300 per unit, upcoming white and pink color variants, and a late July preorder window with August shipping, alongside a reminder to wait for independent reviews before preordering. The host also notes driverless operation for Windows, with macOS support coming later, and teases potential cross-compatibility with OBS and RecCentral for flexible capture workflows.
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Questions answered
- What are the two new HDMI 2.1 capture devices from AVerMedia announced at Computex 2023?
- The two devices are the Live Gamer 4K 2.1 PCIe internal capture card and the Live Gamer Ultra 2.1 external USB-C capture card.
- What is the main advantage of the USB-C external capture card over the PCIe version?
- The USB-C external capture card offers portability and USB 10 gig connectivity, enabling 4K 60 recording with easier use on laptops without Thunderbolt.
- When are the devices expected to release and what is the recommended preorder guidance?
- Preorders are targeted for late July with August shipping; independent reviews are advised before preorder.