Elgato Game Capture Neo

Pros

• +1080p60 recording with 4K60 HDR passthrough — your monitor stays 4K while you capture
• +Cheapest entry here at $119.99, the lowest-risk way to try streaming
• +Built-in USB-C cable and folding design with a bag-friendly footprint
• +Plug-and-play into OBS or QuickTime with zero drivers
• +Works on PC, Mac, and iPad plus PS5, Xbox, and Switch 2

Cons

• −1080p60 is the capture ceiling — no 1440p or 4K recording
• −No high-framerate 1080p240 mode like the AVerMedia picks
• −HDR capture is Windows-only
• −A starter card most active creators will eventually outgrow