Best UGREEN Webcams and Capture Cards for Streaming: Passthrough, USB Speed and What to Buy (2026)

The best UGREEN pick for streaming from a console or second PC is a USB 3.0 capture card with HDMI passthrough, and the models that state 4K@60 input with USB 3.0 or 3.2 are the ones to start with. The webcam on this list is a separate tool for showing your face, not a substitute. Nine of the ten listings are capture cards, and one is a 2K/1080p USB webcam.

Because capture cards advertise two different numbers (what goes in, and what gets recorded), this article sorts listings by both. If a title says “4K input” and “1080P 60FPS” at the same time, the card takes a 4K signal but records at 1080p60, and that is easy to miss.

Top picks at a glance

Webcam or capture card: what each one is for

A webcam sends your face to the PC over USB. A capture card takes the video that another device is producing and feeds it into streaming software. Many setups need both: a capture card for the console game, a webcam for the face overlay.

A capture card also helps in a one-PC dual-computer setup, where the gaming machine outputs HDMI and a second PC encodes the stream. That keeps heavy streaming software off the gaming box. If you only play and stream from the same PC, a software capture inside OBS is free and a card is optional.

Two numbers decide whether a card is worth buying: the highest resolution and frame rate it can record, and the highest it can pass through to your monitor. They are not the same. Some cards in this list accept 4K60 in but record at 1080p60 or 2K30, which is common and perfectly useful, as long as you know it going in.

How we picked these

All ten listings are UGREEN capture cards or a UGREEN webcam. We compared titles, stated resolutions, USB generation, passthrough claims and connector types, and read the general pattern of buyer feedback for each style. Nobody on the team used or measured these units. Where a title is vague or contradicts itself, we flag it.

The ten listings

UGREEN 4K@60Hz Video Capture Card for Streaming, 1080P@240Hz, USB 3.0

The headline model on specs: the title states 4K@60Hz, 1080P@240Hz, ultra-low latency, VRR support and HDR capture, with compatibility for iPad, Switch 2, PS5, Xbox, PC and Mac. If the 4K@60Hz figure describes both passthrough and capture, this is the strongest candidate for high-refresh console streaming.

The card sits on USB 3.0, which is where the bandwidth question gets interesting; see the worked example below. The bandwidth needed for 4K60 or 1080p240 beyond what USB 3.0 carries usually means compression. Read the listing to see whether the stated record mode is compressed.

Pros

• Highest stated capture and refresh numbers among the USB 3.0 cards.
• VRR and HDR mentioned, useful for newer consoles.
• Wide compatibility list, including iPad and Mac.

Cons

• Record mode versus passthrough mode is not spelled out in the title.
• Likely the priciest of the USB 3.0 group.

Question to ask: what does this card actually record at, as opposed to pass through?

UGREEN 4K 144Hz Video Capture Card, HDMI to USB 3.2 Gen 2

This listing moves to USB 3.2 Gen 2, which is a 10Gbps interface, with a mic input and an HDMI 2.1 loop-out. The title says 4K 144Hz and names Switch 2, Xbox, PS4, PS5, PC, camera, Mac, OBS and XSplit.

The loop-out is the interesting part: it is built for 4K at high refresh to a monitor while the card records. For someone with a 4K 120Hz or 144Hz display, a card that can pass that signal through without downgrading is a real advantage over the 4K30 loop-out models. You still need a USB 3.2 Gen 2 port to benefit from the interface; a slower port will limit it.

Pros

• 10Gbps interface and HDMI 2.1 loop-out suit 4K high-refresh setups.
• Microphone input and named OBS/XSplit support.

Cons

• Needs a matching USB port to deliver the speed.
• More card than a 1080p60 streamer needs.

Question to ask: does my PC have a USB 3.2 Gen 2 port that is not shared with other busy devices?

UGREEN 4K@30Hz Video Capture Card, USB 3.2, 4K@60Hz Input Passthrough

The title calls out FPGA broadcasting and 24/7 live streaming, plus OBS and XSplit compatibility. In plain terms the card accepts and loops out 4K60, but it records at 4K30. For a streamer, 4K30 recording is the key detail; most live platforms deliver 1080p or 1440p anyway, so 4K30 capture is more than the stream needs.

FPGA wording suggests a hardware design aimed at low-latency handling and steady all-day operation. The listing does not give detail, so the claim should be read as a design description, not a performance guarantee. It suits people who run a dedicated streaming PC.

Pros

• 4K60 input passthrough keeps the gameplay display smooth.
• Marketed for long-duration streaming and OBS or XSplit.

Cons

• Capture is 4K30, not 4K60.
• Hardware claims are brief; check the listing for detail.

Question to ask: do I need 4K recording, or would 1080p60 capture with 4K passthrough do?

UGREEN 4K@30Hz Loop Out HDMI Capture Card, 2K 30FPS, 1080P 60FPS, USB 3.0

A mainstream pick. The title says a 4K@30Hz loop-out, 2K@30Hz recording and 1080P@60FPS recording, low latency, and compatibility with Switch 2, PS5, Xbox, PC and Mac. The note about 4K@30Hz loop-out is a limit: gameplay on a 4K60 console may be reduced on the monitor if it goes through this card, so check how it handles the output.

Next to the cheaper 2K@30Hz card below it, the main difference is the explicit loop-out wording. If you need your monitor to display the console picture while capturing, this one is spelled out; the other mentions only a 4K HDMI input.

Pros

• Explicit loop-out and 1080P60 record mode.
• USB 3.0 and broad console/PC/Mac compatibility.

Cons

• Loop-out only to 4K30 in the title; a 4K60 display signal may be limited.
• 2K30 record cap, with 60fps only at 1080p.

Question to ask: does the loop-out cap my console to 30Hz at 4K?

UGREEN Full HD 2K 30Hz 1080P 60FPS Video Capture Card USB C 3.0, Headphone Mic Port

The distinguishing feature is audio: a headphone and mic port sits on the card, which lets you monitor game audio and add a microphone without a separate mixer. The title also states a 4K@30Hz loop-out, low latency, and use for streaming, gaming, meetings and recording across Switch 2, PS4/5, PC and Mac.

This is a near-duplicate of the 4K@30Hz loop-out card above in terms of video specs. If you need audio monitoring on the card itself, this is the one to choose; if you already have a USB mic and headset, the other loop-out model is the simpler purchase.

Pros

• Built-in headphone and mic port.
• USB-C interface fits laptops and newer PCs.

Cons

• Video capture caps at 2K30 and 1080p60, like the cheaper models.
• Extra audio hardware means more to configure in OBS.

Question to ask: do I need the audio port, or is my headset already routed elsewhere?

UGREEN 2K@30Hz 1080P 60FPS Video Capture Card, 4K Input HDMI to USB 3.0

The plain, entry-level USB 3.0 card in this list. The title names a 4K HDMI input, 2K@30Hz, 1080P 60FPS, low latency, and compatibility with Switch 2, Xbox, PS4, PS5, PC and camera plus USB-C. It does not mention a loop-out, which is where it differs from the more detailed listings.

Without a loop-out stated, you may need an HDMI splitter or to play on a monitor connected to the PC. For people who capture from a console and are happy to watch the gameplay on the capture software preview, it is sufficient; for fast-twitch games where preview delay matters, check the listing for a passthrough option first.

Pros

• Straightforward 1080p60 capture on USB 3.0.
• Typically among the lower-priced USB 3.0 options.

Cons

• No loop-out in the title.
• Capture is capped at 2K30 or 1080p60.

Question to ask: will I watch the game on the capture preview, or on a monitor via passthrough?

UGREEN 2K 30FPS 1080P 60FPS USB C Video Capture Card, 100W Power Delivery

This one is built for handheld and mobile sources. It has Type-C, 100W power delivery, and the title lists Switch, iPad, Quest 3, Steam Deck and iPhone. The 100W PD means the same card can feed power to a device while it streams, which matters for handhelds that drain quickly.

Capture limits match the other 2K30/1080p60 cards. The value is the power pass-through, so confirm which port provides the power and what wattage reaches the device in the listing images.

Pros

• PD charging while capturing, helpful for handhelds.
• USB-C focus matches Steam Deck, iPad and Quest sources.

Cons

• Capture caps at 2K30 and 1080p60.
• Power delivery is only useful if you supply a strong charger.

Question to ask: does my source support video out over USB-C or HDMI adapters?

UGREEN 2K@30Hz USB 3.0 Video Capture Card with 100W PD, 4K@30Hz HDMI Loop-Out

This is a close cousin of the 100W PD card above. It adds a 4K@30Hz HDMI loop-out, YUY2 and HDR mentions, and names Switch, Stream Deck, Quest 3 and iPhone. If both PD and loop-out matter, this is the one that states both.

The YUY2 mention is a clue to uncompressed output formats, which are friendlier to quality but heavier on bandwidth. Because the two PD cards look so similar, the real difference is the 4K@30Hz loop-out wording and the USB 3.0 label. The earlier card’s title says Type C to USB3.0 while this one says USB 3.0, so compare the port photos to see which connector ends up on your PC.

Pros

• Loop-out plus 100W PD in one card.
• YUY2 format listed, which suits uncompressed capture.

Cons

• Loop-out is 4K30 only; high-refresh monitors will step down.
• Near-duplicate of the other PD card, so differences are small.

Question to ask: do I need loop-out and power delivery at the same time?

UGREEN Full HD 1080P 30fps Video Capture Card, 4K HDMI to USB 2.0

This is the lowest-rung capture card in the list. The title states 1080P 30fps, a 4K HDMI input, USB 2.0, USB-A and USB-C connectors, and uses in gaming capture, streaming and teaching. It is the only listing here that states USB 2.0.

USB 2.0 caps at 480Mbps, which is far less than raw 1080p video needs, so the card must compress. That is fine for lectures, slides or a laptop screen share. For fast action games, 30fps looks choppy and compression can soften motion. It is best as a low-cost utility card.

Pros

• Simple, cheap, works over USB-A or USB-C.
• Good enough for teaching and meeting capture.

Cons

• 30fps ceiling and USB 2.0 compression.
• No loop-out or high-refresh support stated.

Question to ask: am I capturing slides and calls, or gameplay?

UGREEN 2K Webcam for PC, Ultra HD 1080P, with Microphone and Privacy Cover

The only webcam. The title lists a microphone, a privacy cover and uses for streaming, conferences and video calling with Zoom, Teams and FaceTime. It says both “2K” and “1080P”, which is contradictory. Treat the real maximum resolution, frame rate and field of view as unknown until you read the listing.

A basic USB webcam is a solid companion to a capture card. The privacy cover is a practical plus for a shared PC. If you stream gameplay and want a face overlay, this adds that layer, though its image will not match a camera-and-capture-card setup.

Pros

• Low-friction face camera with built-in mic and privacy cover.
• Works for meetings as well as streaming.

Cons

• Resolution claim is ambiguous in the title.
• Field of view and frame rate are not stated.

Question to ask: what frame rate does the 2K/1080p mode actually run?

Which one for which user

Spec concepts to check

Bandwidth worked example

This table shows why USB generation matters. Assumptions: the formula is width times height times frame rate times 16 bits (YUY2 style uncompressed video). Many cards compress, so these are upper-bound figures for uncompressed capture, and real USB speeds sit below the rated number once protocol overhead is counted.

This explains the spread of listings. The 1080p30 USB 2.0 card must compress. The USB 3.0 cards stop at 2K30 or 1080p60 for good reason. The 4K60 or 1080p240 claim on a USB 3.0 card most likely uses compression, and the USB 3.2 Gen 2 card has more room.

Latency, audio and OBS notes

“Low latency” in a title is a seller phrase with no number attached, so do not compare it between listings. What you can control is where you look at the game. If the console feeds a monitor through the card’s loop-out, the delay you feel is only the passthrough path, which is designed to be very short. If you play while watching the capture preview inside OBS, you add USB transfer, decoding and the software’s own buffering, and that delay is noticeable in anything fast.

Audio is the second trap. HDMI carries sound with the picture, but your headset and microphone may be on a different device. Decide before streaming where the voice and game audio get mixed, and keep one source monitoring path. Cards with a headphone and mic port, like the Full HD 2K listing, simplify that by putting a jack on the same device, but you still balance levels in OBS.

In OBS, a card normally appears as a Video Capture Device source. Set the resolution and frame rate manually rather than leaving them on automatic, and pick the format the listing mentions, such as YUY2 where offered. If the picture shows a green or black frame, the first checks are the HDMI source’s output mode (turn off HDR or HDCP if the console offers the choice) and the USB port.

The webcam is simpler. Place it at eye level, keep the privacy cover off while live, and light your face from the front instead of from a monitor behind it. Since the listing does not state the field of view, hold the camera at arm’s length first and check how much of the room it shows before fixing it to the monitor.

Compatibility mistakes and fixes

A quick decision flow

Step through these questions in order and stop at the first match. First, if the source is the same PC you stream from, use OBS display capture and skip the card. Second, if you want to play on a 4K 120Hz or higher display while recording, choose the 4K 144Hz USB 3.2 Gen 2 card. Third, if you play at 4K60 and stream at 1080p60, pick one of the 4K60-input cards. Fourth, if the source is a handheld, pick a Type-C card with PD. Fifth, if you record lectures or calls, the USB 2.0 card is enough. Add the webcam only for your face camera.

Verdict by use case

For a main console-to-PC streaming setup, the 4K@60Hz USB 3.0 card and the 4K 144Hz USB 3.2 Gen 2 card lead the list on stated specs. The 4K@30Hz loop-out cards are simpler and cover 1080p60 streams at a lower cost. The two 100W PD cards suit Steam Deck and Quest users. The USB 2.0 card and the webcam are utility buys for lessons, meetings and a face camera.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a capture card if I stream from a gaming PC?

Not for the PC you are playing on. OBS can capture a game or the whole display directly, and that costs no extra hardware. A capture card earns its place when the picture comes from another device, such as a console, a handheld or a second PC, or when you want the game box to hand off encoding work to a streaming machine.

What does 4K passthrough mean on a capture card?

Passthrough, or loop-out, sends the incoming signal straight to your monitor so you see the game without delay. It is separate from what the card can record. Several UGREEN listings accept 4K in and loop it out at 4K30 or 4K60 while capturing at 1080p60 or 2K30, so read the capture figure as well as the passthrough one.

Is USB 2.0 enough for a capture card?

For casual 1080p30 recording or a lesson captured from a laptop, a USB 2.0 card can work because it compresses the video. For smooth 1080p60 or anything higher, USB 3.0 is the safer choice. The USB 2.0 listing here states 1080P 30fps, so treat that as its realistic ceiling.

Will these capture cards work with OBS?

Capture cards that present themselves as standard video devices generally appear as a video capture source in OBS, XSplit and similar software. One listing names OBS and XSplit explicitly. For the rest, the titles list consoles, PCs and Macs, so check the listing for driver and software notes before buying.

Is the UGREEN webcam better than a capture card for streaming my face?

They do different jobs. A webcam shows you; a capture card brings a game or camera feed from another device. The webcam listing mentions a privacy cover and a microphone, but its title says both 2K and 1080P, so check the listing for the real maximum resolution and field of view. If you already own a mirrorless camera, a capture card can turn it into a webcam instead.