AVerMedia's new capture card: Live Gamer ULTRA S

AVerMedia Technologies announced a brand new entry to their streaming and capture ecosystem that is looking to bring a simplified and effecient streaming experiernce to would-be streamers and folks just looking to share their gameplay with their friends. This newest device, the Live Gamer Ultra S, is meant to tie in with their software Streaming Center, OBS (via a plugin), and platforms like YouTube, Twitch, and more. 4K60 HDR/VRR pass-through, high-frame-rate capture up to 4K60, 1440p144, 1080p240, HDR capture up to 1440p30 and ultra-wide aspect ratios round out the spec sheet, but let's hear from AverMedia a bit more about the newest entry to their family.

 “Game streamers today demand more than just basic capture—they need tools that bring out the best in their content,” said Michael Kuo, President and CEO of AVerMedia Technologies. “The Live Gamer ULTRA S is built to meet these expectations, offering the quality and flexibility creators need to engage their audiences like never before.”

Designed with game streamers in mind, the Live Gamer ULTRA S supports up to 4K60 HDR/VRR pass-through, high-frame-rate capture up to 4K60, 1440p144, 1080p240, HDR capture up to 1440p30 and ultra-wide aspect ratios, making it the ideal choice for those who want fluid, immersive gameplay capture. In addition, the Live Gamer ULTRA S's RGB24 format preserves true-to-life colors, ensuring every visual detail is presented accurately. Meanwhile, its 5.1-channel audio capture enhances the streaming experience with richer, more immersive sound.

Beyond Live Gamer ULTRA S’s exceptional audiovisual quality, when paired with AVerMedia’s new software ecosystem, your workflow efficiency will be fully enhanced. The Streaming Center enables Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) recording and 5.1-channel audio capture, facilitating smooth, tear-free gameplay footage and immersive sound. For OBS users, Streaming Center Plug (OBS plugin) provides a dedicated solution for 5.1-channel audio capture, offering greater flexibility in content creation. Syndicating the software all together, the AVerMedia Assist Central Pro serves as a central hub, allowing users to download and update Streaming Center and Streaming Center Plug while also providing one-click access to Assist Central Pro directly from Streaming Center and Streaming Center Plug for quick device configuration.

With a durable outer shell made from 60% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic, the Live Gamer ULTRA S reflects AVerMedia’s commitment to environmental protection. By combining cutting-edge video capture technology with an intuitive software experience and thoughtful design, AVerMedia continues to push the boundaries of streaming innovation. 

Pretty exciting stuff from AverMedia, but that's no surprise given how great their flagship devices are, is it? We reviewed the Live Gamer Ultra 2.1, the LiveGamer 4k 2.1, the X'TRA 4K Go, and more and came away always impressed by the overall ecosystem that AverMedia has created, as well as the plugins and hardware to support it. I'm sure this'll be no exception.

You can pick up the Live Gamer ULTRA S (GC553Pro) with a launch price of USD 149.99. If you move quick, you can nab it for just $129.99 from February 13th through February 19th at this link.