If you've ever asked yourself how to stream Xbox Series X to PC without spending thousands of dollars on dual-rig setups, the answer lies in an external capture card (though achieving true competitive high FPS requires pairing this with a high-refresh-rate competitive gaming monitor). The Elgato HD60 X steps into the spotlight as the dominant 2026 choice.
Elgato HD60 X
The Verdict: Flawless plug-and-play OBS Studio setup with exceptional zero-latency architecture.
- Specs: 4K60 HDR10 Passthrough, 1080p60 Capture
- Why we love it: Previously, streaming next-gen consoles meant sacrificing your gameplay experience because older cards couldn't pass through modern framerates to your TV. The HD60 X fixes this by ensuring full VRR passthrough, so your TV operates at its maximum potential while sending a perfect dedicated broadcast feed straight to your OBS Studio setup via USB-C.
Pros
- Full VRR passthrough for screen-tear-free gameplay
- Extremely simple OBS Studio setup (Plug-and-play)
Cons
- Cannot capture direct 4K video (only passes it through)