Capture cards

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Video capture cards for recording and streaming consoles, cameras and second PCs, including professional 8K PCIe cards with 12G-SDI connections. Check inputs and software support, and pay in BTC, ETH or USDT.

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Buying capture cards at HodlChip

A capture card brings an external video signal into your PC to record, stream or edit it. Choose by source and setup:

  • Internal PCIe cards need a free slot with enough lanes, and give low latency and the most bandwidth, up to 8K on professional models.
  • External USB capture devices suit laptops and setups that move between computers.
  • Inputs: HDMI suits consoles, PCs and consumer cameras; SDI suits professional cameras, video switchers and long cable runs in studios and live production.
  • Passthrough and monitoring: gaming capture devices pass the signal on to your monitor so you play without delay; professional cards use separate monitoring outputs.

Check the software before buying: professional cards work with their maker's drivers and with editing and broadcast software, and streaming apps such as OBS Studio support many capture devices. Content protected by HDCP, such as video streaming apps, cannot be captured. Pair the card with a microphone or audio interface for clean sound, and a webcam for your own picture.

Questions about capture cards

Do I need a capture card to stream from my PC?
No. A single gaming PC can stream directly with software such as OBS Studio, using the graphics card's video encoder. Capture cards are for consoles and cameras, or for two-PC setups where a second computer handles the stream.
What is SDI, and do I need it?
SDI is a professional video connection used by broadcast cameras, video switchers and studio equipment, with locking connectors and long cable runs. For consoles, PCs and most consumer cameras, HDMI is the connection you need.
Can I capture protected content?
No. Content protected by HDCP, such as video streaming apps, cannot be captured. Games are usually fine, though some consoles need HDCP switched off in their settings first.