Elgato Cam Link 4K is intended for setups where an HDMI camera or video source needs to appear on a computer as a capture feed. According to the source material, it supports UHD 4K at 30 fps, 1080p up to 60 fps, and uses a 1 x HDMI female input with a USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A connector.

The unit is small, measuring 3.18 x 1.22 x 0.47" and weighing 0.71 oz / 20 g. Anyone who has worked with laptop-based streaming setups knows that small adapters can be easier to place, but they also need a little room around the USB port. The included USB 3.1 Gen 1 extension cable helps keep the adapter from sitting directly against the computer.

Highlights

UHD 4K at 30 fps and 1080p up to 60 fps support
1 x HDMI female input
USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A connector
Plug-and-play design
Compatible with Windows and Mac
USB 3.1 Gen 1 extension cable included

Quick Specs & Uses

Video input: 1 x HDMI female
Audio input: No
Expansion slots: No
Input video format: UHD 4K at 30 fps
Input video format: 1080p up to 60 fps
Input video format: 1080i up to 60 fps
Input video format: 720p up to 60 fps
Input video format: 576p at 50 fps
Input video format: 480p at 60 fps
Embedded audio: HDMI / USB
Wireless: No
OS compatibility: Windows 10, macOS 10.12
Rack form factor: No
Dimensions: 3.18 x 1.22 x 0.47" / 8.08 x 3.1 x 1.19 cm
Weight: 0.71 oz / 20 g

Why It Helps

A small HDMI capture adapter is useful when the camera is already in position and the computer just needs a clean video feed. The HDMI input takes the camera signal, while the USB connection sends that feed into the computer for recording, streaming, or video calls.

The included extension cable is a practical detail. Instead of leaving the adapter hanging directly from a laptop or desktop USB port, the short extension gives it a little slack, which can make the setup easier to route around other cables.

System Characteristics

HDMI-to-USB capture design for camera and video source input
USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A connection
Embedded HDMI / USB audio support
No wireless function
Compact plug-and-play form factor for desktop and laptop setups

What’s In The Box

1 x Elgato Cam Link 4K Standard
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Extension Cable

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