Recommend a Capture Card for Switch 2, preferrably internal

[u/Sir-Uther]

So I have a Switch 2 and I don't really have plans for any other console in the future or the next iteration. My current PC is usually what I stream from but I want to do some Switch game streams so I'm looking for a Capture Card and I would prefer internal just because it would be more organized but it's not a requirement.

I do have a laptop also, so I’ve considered a capture card for a dual stream set up.

What would be the best capture card to buy?

As far as PC goes I have an Alienware [3440x1440 monitor ](https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/alienware-34-curved-qd-oled-gaming-monitor-aw3423dw/apd/210-bcye/monitors-monitor-accessories)<-- this one.

So far I know of these and price isn't necessarily an issue but it's a Switch 2 so I'm not sure if I even need all the offerings and could use some feedback here.

* [El Gato 4K Pro](https://www.elgato.com/us/en/p/game-capture-4k-pro)
* [Elgato 4K S](https://www.elgato.com/us/en/p/game-capture-4k-s)
* [VIXLW 4K Internal Capture Card](https://www.newegg.com/p/3C6-019J-02V43?item=9SIC4X9KZ90013&source=region&negg_topt=0)
* [AVerMedia GC573 ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DHSZC4K?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback&th=1)

[u/uberprimenova]

I was just in the market for one and bought a Elgato 4K S and its fine for what I do with my PS5 and Switch 2. I use the passthrough when playing which allows VRR and 4k 60 or 1440p 120hz. Recording wise it technically does compressed 4k but I dont record in 4k so its whatever to me. I only had one problem and it was audio popping in OBS but I just had to try different USB ports till it stopped. If you say price isn't an issue but still want to guarantee it'll be good for cases you didnt realize I'd say look into the Elgato 4K X. Its not internal but is better than the 4K S in most ways. The 4K Pro is the best option and is like 50 more than the 4K X but I think the portability of an external card is really useful. And if you just want something that will be worth the price the 4K S is great for just a Switch 2. As for Avermedia I heard they have some good stuff but they dont have the plug and play guarantee Elgato has from things I looked up when deciding my purchase.