AverMedia Live Gamer Ultra 2.1 review: "A perfect capture card for console gamers looking to stay competitive"

AverMedia Live Gamer Ultra 2.1 from above
(Image: © Future / Duncan Robertson)

GamesRadar+ Verdict

The AverMedia Live Gamer Ultra 2.1 is a truly next-gen capture card that allows you to record games at 4K60 without compromising on your existing setup's performance. Variable refresh rate passthrough is a massive bonus for PC and console gamers looking to stay competitive on stream, but vivid and colorful captures are the real winner he🌠re.

Pros

  • +

    Turns in crystal clear footage

  • +

    Captures vibrant colors

  • +

    Solid passthrough for PC and console players

  • +

    Nice design

Cons

  • -

    Some important settings are missing

  • -

    Occasional choppy footage 🦋when♏ recording back-to-back