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AVerMedia Live Gamer Mini Capture card, Video Stream and Record Gameplay in 1080p60 with HDMI pass-thru, Plug & Play, on OBS, Xbox series x/s, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Windows 11 / MacOs12 (GC311)

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Size: 1080p60 hardware encoder


Features

  • Full HD HDMI Game Capture Card: The Live Gamer Mini compact in size but mighty at performance, records your gameplays at clean and crisp 1080p 60fps video quality
  • Zero-Lag Pass-Through Video: This capture card provides optimized gaming experience by delivering 100% zero latency at Full HD 1080p 60fps HDMI pass-through; You can enjoy playing uncompressed video straight on your gaming monitor with no latency
  • Plug & Play: The Live Gamer Mini supports UVC-technology; Simply plug it on the USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 port of your Windows or Macbook Pro computer, it will get automatically detected on the system without any driver installation
  • H.264 Hardware Encoder: The Live Gamer Mini has a H.264 hardware encoder built into its core; The video and audio streams are processed by the capture device's hardware encoder without putting any load on your computer's CPU
  • Wide Compatibility: This HDMI video capture card works with Nintendo Switch, PS4/PS5, Xbox One 360, Xbox Series X/S game consoles; Supports live streaming on Twitch/Youtube via mainstream RECentral 4, OBS Studio, Streamlabs OBS software

Brand: AVerMedia


Hardware Interface: USB, HDMI


Video Capture Resolution: 1080p


Operating System: MacOS 12, Windows 11, Windows 10


Special Feature: Compact


Processor: ‎Core_i5_3330


Number of USB 2.0 Ports: ‎1


Brand: ‎AVerMedia


Series: ‎GC311


Item model number: ‎GC311


Hardware Platform: ‎Laptop, PlayStation, Nintendo Wii


Operating System: ‎MacOS 12, Windows 11, Windows 10


Item Weight: ‎2.63 ounces


Product Dimensions: ‎3.93 x 2.24 x 0.74 inches


Item Dimensions LxWxH: ‎3.93 x 2.24 x 0.74 inches


Color: ‎Live Gamer Mini


Processor Brand: ‎Intel


Hard Drive Interface: ‎USB 2.0


Manufacturer: ‎AVerMedia Technologies Inc


Country of Origin: ‎Taiwan


Date First Available: ‎April 29, 2019


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    • "The Sunk Cost Fallacy"
Size: 1080p60 PC/PC Free
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TL;DR: If you don't get hit by quality control issues, this card's not bad...But the out of the box performance is fairly poor,(Any fast motion on the screen blurs everything), and even minor problems will require HOURS to fix, as if you need help, support is hard to get. And when you add in my first card being DOA, and the encoding glitches I had with the software, I don't think it was worth the effort. But if you're the kinda person who just want to plug something in, and hit play, and you're not picky about image quality, this will be usable! ---- I'm not a big streamer, nor am I a pro gamer, but I do enjoy recording gameplay at time. I recently build (fairly decent) a brand-new PC, with a AMD 3600x, and rtx 2600s gpu, loaded with SSD's and it records PC games great! So I just wanted something that could record console games as well, I had some issues with Elgato's software in the past, so I decided to give avermedia a chance! I saw some bad video reviews online, but I heard some of them had been fixed! so I paid $135 and waited for it to arrive! It showed up the next day!...dead!... Plugged it in, and the pc, no lights, not detected by the software, I tried multiple PC's... NO LUCK! Even the 'record button' on the device was broken I should have just returned it, and gone for a different model/brand, But I really liked the Idea of PC-free recording, and it supported 480i even the new elgato cards don't! So I ordered a replacement. (Amazon made the return super easy!) The new one arrived, and worked out of the box, it lit up, and showed up in the software, so I made sure everything was up to date, and started recording! The first thing I noticed was how soft the image looked, so adjusted the record settings to the highest preset, called 'optimal', The image quality improved, but any time there was motion on the screen, it was filled with blur to the point where it was hard to make out moving objects. Again, that should have been enough to send the card back, but instead, I reached out to avermedia support, I tried their support page, their support twitter account, and asked on their subreddit, I mainly asked about how to improve the image quality overall. After almost 5 days of waiting, I finally got a rep's response on how to improve the image quality. word-for-word, it said: "we cannot improve the video quality. If you want to get higher video quality, please choose our device GC553/ GC573/GC551 they belong to software decoding." Their solution was to just buy a more expensive capture card, and to a point that makes sense, the higher end cards will generally look better, but I'm not looking for top of the line quality, but something actually watchable. But, turns out the highest preset only allows recording up to around 20mbps(auto adjusted bitrate), that should be more than enough for 1080p60, but it's not the maximum the card/software support, so I decided to try making my own preset. After all this, I still was dedicated to sticking with the card, the software gave me no information on what a better recording setting would be, so I look up some specs online, and found that 60mbps may give me the best quality from this card, I also set the quality to 'high' and tweaked a few other settings. And with some work, I was able to get MUCH cleaner recordings! (not sure why avermeida support did not recommend this.) Simply increasing the bitrate cleared up the blur, and made even free-frames look much more presentable! But, this is where I learned, how avermedia's software is significantly WORSE than elgato's! your codec is locked by your video card, only MP4 recording (h.264/h.265). no hevc high support, Autio bit rated capped at 192kbps, ONLY Constant bitrate options, no auto for manaul profiles? and no slider for video bitrate? (enter it manually, or use arrows) I get it, you don't want to overwhelm your customers with options, but when your presets are bad, and you don't give enough settings to fix them, then everyone loses! PC-free mode, caps out at about 1500kbps, (probably a limitation of the hardware) and records to MOV format, I'm not sure what form of hardware encoding is used but it could be better. And if the capture card doesn't like your SD card, there's no way to find out why, it just lights up red, and you gotta reformat or try a new card I guess? So after spending hours getting everything up and running it seemed to be working, The recording turned out much smoother, but when I brought it into my recording software, I started to notice some visual glitches in my recordings! I saw a few before, but I figured it was VLC freaking out when scrubbing through high bittrate mp4's..NOPE! Avermedia's software had ruined sections of my recording! This should have been the last straw, but I again kept trying to get the card to work, I decided to try using OBS for the recording instead, I used that for all My PC games and never had any problems, and on their website, they listed it as compatible, so I figured it was worth a shot! The first problem I ran into was that avermedia’s documentation on how to set up the card using their ‘stream engine’ was out of date, it was showing features that even their own software no longer supported. I eventually got it working, and cranked up the bitrate, and I was able to record without the massive encoding glitches, recording directly from the card lead to a few dropped frame (from the capture card, not due to OBS) But using streamengine allowed for smoother recordings. With either Option in OBS Some Blur is still added to motion, due to the capture card’s hardware decoder, but it’s still much better than the visual glitches recentral 4 gave me. Also, if you're looking to record 480i content from an HDMI enabled xbox/gamecube/ps2, you should know this will accept the signal, but it will not pass an interlaced signal to your PC, instead, you'll get 480p,I believe they just combine or duplicate the extra frames, and you can't change the setting,(even with OBS) so the resulting image may look less smooth than on your TV. So at the end of the day, I can’t even use the software made for the card, and based on the OBS recording, it seems like the main issue with the video quality is the encoding chip on the card. The card is USABLE, that why I’m not giving it 1/5 stars, but I’m seriously considering returning it, as even for the price, the quality could be better, and as avermedia said, the only solution would be a better capture card. But after all this work, and lackluster support, if I do upgrade this card, I won’t be buying another from avermedia. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2021 by BOBdotEXE BOBdotEXE
    • Capture Card for Seamless Next-Gen Recording and Streaming
Size: 4K30 VRR Support
As an avid gamer, I can confidently say that the AVerMedia GC551G2 Game Capture Card is a reliable companion for next-gen console enthusiasts who want to capture and stream their gameplay effortlessly. The 4K HDR pass-through feature ensures that the visual quality of my games remains stunning, even when I'm recording or streaming at a lower resolution. It's a game-changer for content creators like me. One aspect that impressed me the most is the high frame rate (HFR) support. It delivers incredibly smooth and fluid motion during recordings and streams, making the gameplay look incredibly immersive. There's no jarring or stuttering, even during fast-paced action scenes. It truly elevates the viewing experience for my audience. Setting up the GC551G2 was a breeze. With its multiple input options, including HDMI 2.0 and USB 3.0, connecting it to my Xbox Series X was quick and hassle-free. The user-friendly software provided by AVerMedia made the entire process straightforward, and I was able to start recording and streaming in no time. The software's compatibility with popular streaming platforms allowed me to effortlessly share my gaming adventures with my audience. Another great feature of the GC551G2 is its audio mixing capabilities. Being able to balance the game audio and my microphone input right within the capture card itself was a huge convenience. It gave me more control over my streams and recordings, ensuring that my voice was clear and balanced with the game sounds. What truly sets the AVerMedia GC551G2 apart is its competitive price. It offers excellent value for gamers on a budget who still want a reliable and feature-packed capture card. The performance and features it provides easily rival some of the higher-priced options on the market. Lastly, I must mention the Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support. This feature synchronizes the refresh rate of my captured footage with the frame rate of the game, resulting in tear-free recordings and streams. The smoothness it brings to the table is impressive, enhancing the overall quality of my content. In conclusion, the AVerMedia GC551G2 Game Capture Card is a dependable choice for next-gen console gamers seeking seamless gameplay recording and streaming. With its impressive 4K HDR pass-through, HFR support, low latency, and versatile features like audio mixing and VRR, it delivers exceptional performance. The user-friendly setup and competitive pricing make it an attractive option for gamers looking to create content without breaking the bank. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2023 by Diana
    • Nice Capture Card
Size: 1080p60 PC/PC Free
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Nice capture card and works as intended. The reason for 4 stars is they could have done the selector switch better and added a power button. How hard would that have been? And as you can see in the first 2 pictures looks like it got wet or something under the plastic. It gets annoying with the light stays on constantly (Mine don't I unplug the usb cord). But other then those little grips it works. Like how it tells you it's ready with the solid blue like (Second to last picture) and when it's not getting a signal with the solid red light. And when you hit the button to record to sd card which is all I use it for the red light flashes. Records great quality video's of my game play which I then upload to YouTube using DaVinci Resolve. No complaints so far. Anything changes I'll update. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2023 by M0rbid 0ne M0rbid 0ne
    • Use with my underwater camera
Size: 1080p60 PC/PC Free
I use this to record from my UquaVu. Very easy to set up and use. I took off one star for the price. Other than the price I have no complaints.
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2023 by Chad
    • No audio or mic inputs
Size: 1080p60 hardware encoder
This is a good device but it doesn’t really help capture sound that well with a ps4 / ps5. No mic or audio jacks
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2023 by Fred P.
    • Works Perfectly!
Size: 1080p60 hardware encoder
I bought one of these a few months ago and its been the most reliable little device I've ever bought for capturing my Switch footage - the proprietary software is a bit of work to get up, but once its there its solid. OBS integration is also seamless. Was so impressed that I bought one for my boyfriend as well! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2023 by Patrick Bays

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