external recorders
Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for external recorders.
If you're a video creator, you'll want to have the best tools at your disposal. In this case, that means a quality external recorder. These devices take in video from a variety of sources—a camera, a computer, even a smartphone—and record it to a hard drive, so you can edit it later. Browse the top-ranked list of external recorders below along with associated reviews and opinions.
Elgato - HD60 X 1080p60 HDR10 External Capture Card for PS5, PS4/Pro, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One X/S, PC, and Mac - Black
Model: 10GBE9901SKU: 6502042Top comment"Needed an external capture card as the Nvidia 30 series cards are too big to fit a solid internal card into my PC without causing heat issues due to my motherboard layout. ...Best external on the marker right now...Great external capture card"
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With HD60 X, capture PS5 or Xbox gameplay like a pro. Use your favorite broadcast app and create high resolution 1080p60 HDR10 or 4K30 HDR10 content for audiences on any video platform. Play high-fidelity games as intended with VRR support and up to 4K60 HDR10 passthrough. You can even enjoy high frame rate gameplay such as 1440p120 or 1080p120. HD60 X connects to your console and sends raw video in real time to both your gaming screen and computer, giving you the freedom to stream, record and edit on your terms. No subscriptions. Zero limitations.Top comment"Needed an external capture card as the Nvidia 30 series cards are too big to fit a solid internal card into my PC without causing heat issues due to my motherboard layout. ...Best external on the marker right now...Great external capture card"
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With HD60 X, capture PS5 or Xbox gameplay like a pro. Use your favorite broadcast app and create high resolution 1080p60 HDR10 or 4K30 HDR10 content for audiences on any video platform. Play high-fidelity games as intended with VRR support and up to 4K60 HDR10 passthrough. You can even enjoy high frame rate gameplay such as 1440p120 or 1080p120. HD60 X connects to your console and sends raw video in real time to both your gaming screen and computer, giving you the freedom to stream, record and edit on your terms. No subscriptions. Zero limitations.See all Capture Cards & DevicesYour price for this item is $179.99The previous price was $199.99
AVerMedia - Live Gamer Ultra
Model: GC553SKU: 6288525See all Capture Cards & DevicesProduct Description
Play, stream and record games with this AVerMedia Live Gamer capture card. It records up to 120 fps for a full high-definition signal, and its 4K HDR pass-through technology ensures clear and vivid media output. This AVerMedia Live Gamer capture card uses RECentral software for easy interfacing with multiple platforms.See all Capture Cards & DevicesProduct Description
Play, stream and record games with this AVerMedia Live Gamer capture card. It records up to 120 fps for a full high-definition signal, and its 4K HDR pass-through technology ensures clear and vivid media output. This AVerMedia Live Gamer capture card uses RECentral software for easy interfacing with multiple platforms.See all Capture Cards & DevicesYour price for this item is $199.99
Elgato - Cam Link Pro - PCIe camera capture card, 4 HDMI inputs, 1080p60 Full HD, 4K30, Multiview, streaming, OBS, Zoom - Black
Model: 10GAW9901SKU: 6458926Top comment"It's also freed up a USB slot for me that was previously taken by the external capture card - so, yay!...We went from a Magewell HDMI to USB 3.0 external box that was overheating and freezing to this internal 4 slot PCIe card. "
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A powerful video mixer engineered for multicam production, Cam Link Pro equips you to capture four video inputs with ultimate ease and flexibility. Connect cameras, computers, laptops, tablets or any device that outputs a clean HDMI signal. Stream or record in 4K or 1080p60 Full HD, control video feeds separately in broadcast software, and add four cameras to video streaming apps. Picture in Picture, Side by Side, Triple, or Quad — choose your Multiview layout in Elgato 4K Capture Utility, and switch layouts on the fly with Elgato Stream Deck. Perfect for live streaming, video conferencing, online teaching and more, Cam Link Pro makes advanced multicam production a breeze.Top comment"It's also freed up a USB slot for me that was previously taken by the external capture card - so, yay!...We went from a Magewell HDMI to USB 3.0 external box that was overheating and freezing to this internal 4 slot PCIe card. "
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A powerful video mixer engineered for multicam production, Cam Link Pro equips you to capture four video inputs with ultimate ease and flexibility. Connect cameras, computers, laptops, tablets or any device that outputs a clean HDMI signal. Stream or record in 4K or 1080p60 Full HD, control video feeds separately in broadcast software, and add four cameras to video streaming apps. Picture in Picture, Side by Side, Triple, or Quad — choose your Multiview layout in Elgato 4K Capture Utility, and switch layouts on the fly with Elgato Stream Deck. Perfect for live streaming, video conferencing, online teaching and more, Cam Link Pro makes advanced multicam production a breeze.See all Capture Cards & DevicesYour price for this item is $174.99The regular price is $249.99
Razer - Ripsaw HD Game Capture Card
Model: RZ20-02850100-R3U1SKU: 6356878Top comment"it is a decent first cap card if you need one for external capture. Perfect for console streaming....Great external capture device. If you don't have a spot on your PC motherboard for an internal device, or game on a console, this is for you."
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Broadcast gameplay from console or PC with this Razer Ripsaw HD game capture card. Full HD video support and integrated audio mixing capabilities enhance your streams with high-definition graphics and sound. This Razer Ripsaw HD game capture card supports HDMI 2.0 and USB 3.0 connections for low latency, and the 3.5mm audio input accommodates most microphones.Top comment"it is a decent first cap card if you need one for external capture. Perfect for console streaming....Great external capture device. If you don't have a spot on your PC motherboard for an internal device, or game on a console, this is for you."
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Broadcast gameplay from console or PC with this Razer Ripsaw HD game capture card. Full HD video support and integrated audio mixing capabilities enhance your streams with high-definition graphics and sound. This Razer Ripsaw HD game capture card supports HDMI 2.0 and USB 3.0 connections for low latency, and the 3.5mm audio input accommodates most microphones.See all Capture Cards & DevicesYour price for this item is $159.99
AVerMedia - Live Gamer MINI
Model: GC311SKU: 6334298Top comment"I have been creating content on Streaming platforms for over 5 years and have always found external capture cards on the go cumbersome. That has changed with the GC311 its small form factor is lightweight and small enough to store in my laptop bag to take with me on the road when I go to conventions. ...I am able to connect my camera with an external mic and stream using ReCentral 4, OBS, and now Zoom into Facebook Live. "
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Broadcast latency-free live streams using this AVerMedia Live Gamer MINI capture box. The UVC technology can encode, stream and record gaming sessions from the moment this device is plugged into Windows 10 PC. An included Stream Engine lets this AVerMedia Live Gamer MINI capture box record without any extra strain on your CPU.Top comment"I have been creating content on Streaming platforms for over 5 years and have always found external capture cards on the go cumbersome. That has changed with the GC311 its small form factor is lightweight and small enough to store in my laptop bag to take with me on the road when I go to conventions. ...I am able to connect my camera with an external mic and stream using ReCentral 4, OBS, and now Zoom into Facebook Live. "
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Broadcast latency-free live streams using this AVerMedia Live Gamer MINI capture box. The UVC technology can encode, stream and record gaming sessions from the moment this device is plugged into Windows 10 PC. An included Stream Engine lets this AVerMedia Live Gamer MINI capture box record without any extra strain on your CPU.See all Capture Cards & DevicesYour price for this item is $99.99
Elgato - Game Capture 4K60 Pro MK.2
Model: 10GAS9901SKU: 6398000Top comment"I recommend it over the external card....My external card kept restarting so this was the way to go, it works great! "
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Record stunning, crystal-clear video from live streams with this Elgato Game Capture Pro MK.2 capture card. The multi-feed technology lets you capture video streams from multiple apps simultaneously, and ultralow latency provides precise captures. Multi-card support enables multiple Elgato Game Capture Pro MK.2 capture card units within a single PC.Top comment"I recommend it over the external card....My external card kept restarting so this was the way to go, it works great! "
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Record stunning, crystal-clear video from live streams with this Elgato Game Capture Pro MK.2 capture card. The multi-feed technology lets you capture video streams from multiple apps simultaneously, and ultralow latency provides precise captures. Multi-card support enables multiple Elgato Game Capture Pro MK.2 capture card units within a single PC.See all Capture Cards & DevicesYour price for this item is $248.99The previous price was $249.99
AVerMedia - Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus
Model: GC513BSKU: 6288528Top comment"Easy setup allows me to connect an external cam at 4K 30 fps or 1440p at 60 fps....probably the best option for external capture devices that provide hq while being in the lower end of the price spectrum"
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Only at Best Buy Record your Ultra HD gameplay with this AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus capture card. It has HDMI 2.0 pass-through for lag-free performance in 4K and 1080p resolutions, and the PC-free mode supports game console and smartphone connections. Include live commentary and party chat recording by connecting a headset to this AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus capture card.Top comment"Easy setup allows me to connect an external cam at 4K 30 fps or 1440p at 60 fps....probably the best option for external capture devices that provide hq while being in the lower end of the price spectrum"
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Only at Best Buy Record your Ultra HD gameplay with this AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus capture card. It has HDMI 2.0 pass-through for lag-free performance in 4K and 1080p resolutions, and the PC-free mode supports game console and smartphone connections. Include live commentary and party chat recording by connecting a headset to this AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus capture card.See all Capture Cards & DevicesYour price for this item is $139.99
Elgato - Stream Deck XL Wired Keypad with Back Lighting - Black
Model: 10GAT9901SKU: 6350572Top comment"Being able to open folders hurried in external drives in a click, launch apps instantly, or even map your own family’s audio to play back responses like “nooooo” when they ask a question :-) is all so worth it! "
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Improve the quality of online broadcasts with this Elgato Stream Deck XL advanced stream controller. The included app makes it easy to assign custom functions to the 32 touch-sensitive keys for easy access to actions and effects. This Elgato Stream Deck XL advanced stream controller is compatible with a variety of popular live streaming services.Top comment"Being able to open folders hurried in external drives in a click, launch apps instantly, or even map your own family’s audio to play back responses like “nooooo” when they ask a question :-) is all so worth it! "
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Improve the quality of online broadcasts with this Elgato Stream Deck XL advanced stream controller. The included app makes it easy to assign custom functions to the 32 touch-sensitive keys for easy access to actions and effects. This Elgato Stream Deck XL advanced stream controller is compatible with a variety of popular live streaming services.See all Capture Cards & DevicesYour price for this item is $199.99The previous price was $249.99
Elgato - Cam Link 4K - Black
Model: 10GAM9901SKU: 6316580Top comment"Works great with Google meet for external camera for presentations...Works flawlessly and no external plugin is needed. A must have if you are trying to use a DSLR camera as a webcam."
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Complete your DSLR camera setup with this Elgato Cam Link 4K device. A USB connection allows for fast, easy setup, and the low-latency technology lets you livestream on your favorite social media platforms. Compatible with both PC and Mac systems, this Elgato Cam Link 4K device connects your camera to your computer for convenient access to frequently used apps.Top comment"Works great with Google meet for external camera for presentations...Works flawlessly and no external plugin is needed. A must have if you are trying to use a DSLR camera as a webcam."
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Complete your DSLR camera setup with this Elgato Cam Link 4K device. A USB connection allows for fast, easy setup, and the low-latency technology lets you livestream on your favorite social media platforms. Compatible with both PC and Mac systems, this Elgato Cam Link 4K device connects your camera to your computer for convenient access to frequently used apps.See all Capture Cards & DevicesYour price for this item is $99.99The previous price was $129.99
Elgato - Stream Deck + Full-size Wired USB Keypad with - Black
Model: 10GBD9901SKU: 6524801See all Capture Cards & DevicesYour price for this item is $199.99
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