AVerMedia Live Gamer ULTRA S (BK) - 4K60 HDR External Capture Card with VRR

The AVerMedia Live Gamer ULTRA S (GC553PRO) is a high-performance external capture card designed for gamers and content creators who demand the best in 4K HDR video capture and passthrough. With support for VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) and ultra-low latency, this device ensures smooth, stutter-free gameplay while recording or streaming in stunning detail.

Advantages

Experience true 4K60 HDR passthrough with VRR support, allowing you to play games at their full potential without compromise. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C interface provides a fast and reliable connection, while hardware encoding (H.264/H.265) offloads processing from your PC for seamless performance. The compact, bus-powered design makes it easy to set up anywhere.

Suitable for

• Gamers who want to stream or record 4K HDR gameplay at 60 fps
• Content creators needing high-quality capture for YouTube, Twitch, or other platforms
• Users with VRR-capable monitors who want tear-free passthrough

Key specifications

• Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (USB 3.0 compatible)
• Video Input: HDMI 2.0
• Max Passthrough Resolution: 4K60 HDR/VRR
• Max Capture Resolution: 4K30 (2160p30)
• Supported Passthrough Resolutions: 4K60, 1440p144, 1080p240 (all with HDR/VRR)
• Supported Capture Resolutions: 4K30, 1440p60, 1080p120
• HDR Support: Yes (Passthrough & Capture)
• VRR Support: Yes (Passthrough)
• Audio Input: HDMI, 3.5mm 3-pole Line In
• Audio Output: HDMI (Passthrough), 3.5mm 3-pole Headset (Line Out + Mic In)
• Encoding Format: Hardware H.264, H.265 (HEVC)
• Latency: Ultra-low (Passthrough)
• Operating System Compatibility: Windows 10/11 (64-bit), macOS (10.15 and later)
• Bundled Software: AVerMedia RECentral, StreamEngine
• Power Requirement: USB Bus Power
• Indicator: RGB LED
• Features: Party Chat, Mixer, VRR Passthrough, HDR Passthrough & Capture

Recommendations

For the best experience, pair this capture card with a high-speed USB 3.0 or USB 3.2 Gen 1 port and a 4K HDR monitor that supports VRR. Ensure your system meets the minimum requirements for Windows or macOS to take full advantage of the hardware encoding capabilities.