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Live Gamer ULTRA 2.1

The exact GC553G2 is AVerMedia's external HDMI 2.1 capture card for high-refresh console or PC workflows. Its 10 Gb/s USB-C link, HDR/VRR pass-through and advanced capture modes make it materially different from basic 1080p USB capture devices.

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Reference: Exact accessory · MPN GC553G2 · verified Newegg offerMPN: GC553G2Host interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 10 Gb/sVideo ports: HDMI 2.1 input and pass-through outputMaximum pass-through: Up to 4K144 with HDR and VRRMaximum capture: Up to 4K144 MJPEG in AVerMedia Streaming Center
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AVerMedia Live Gamer ULTRA 2.1
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Best forHigh-refresh console capture with HDMI 2.1 pass-through
Also strongA portable capture setup that cannot use an internal PCIe card
Main limitThe host port and cable must sustain USB 10 Gb/s
Check first4K144 capture requires AVerMedia Streaming Center and MJPEG
Lowest verified price$479.21Exact MPN/SKU · Newegg Canada · CADIn stock
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Last checkedCurrentOct 6, 2026, 11:02 p.m. UTC

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Confirmed specifications

  • MPN: GC553G2
  • Host interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 10 Gb/s
  • Video ports: HDMI 2.1 input and pass-through output
  • Maximum pass-through: Up to 4K144 with HDR and VRR
  • Maximum capture: Up to 4K144 MJPEG in AVerMedia Streaming Center
  • Audio: HDMI plus 4-pole 3.5 mm headset/gamepad ports
  • Dimensions: 120 × 70 × 27.6 mm

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  • The host port and cable must sustain USB 10 Gb/s
  • 4K144 capture requires AVerMedia Streaming Center and MJPEG
  • Display Stream Compression and operating-system support can limit some modes

Good choice for

  • High-refresh console capture with HDMI 2.1 pass-through
  • A portable capture setup that cannot use an internal PCIe card

Real limitations

  • The host port and cable must sustain USB 10 Gb/s
  • 4K144 capture requires AVerMedia Streaming Center and MJPEG
  • Display Stream Compression and operating-system support can limit some modes

Alternatives

  • A PCIe capture card for a fixed desktop studio
  • A higher-bandwidth USB model for higher capture targets
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  • Display Stream Compression and operating-system support can limit some modes
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