UGREEN 65856 USB-C Video Capture Card, 2K Recording and 4K Passthrough
Product description
Capture gameplay at up to 2K@30Hz or 1080P@60Hz and send the picture to a separate screen with 4K@30Hz HDMI passthrough. The UGREEN 65856 combines video capture, HDMI loop-out and USB-C power delivery in one device, making it useful for streaming or recording while keeping gameplay visible on a monitor or TV.
Its integrated 2-in-1 cable and plug-and-play, driver-free setup make it straightforward to connect to compatible devices and streaming software.
Technical details
- Capture: Up to 2K@30Hz or 1080P@60Hz, with YUY2 and MJPEG formats
- HDMI passthrough: Up to 4K@30Hz for a monitor, TV or display
- Bandwidth: 5Gbps
- Power delivery: 100W USB-C PD, one-way charging for the input device
- Construction: Aluminium shell and braided cable
The capture card can take a 4K@30Hz video input while recording or streaming at the supported capture resolutions. Audio and video can be recorded together, which is handy for creating gameplay clips or broadcasting with a clear picture and sound. For a Nintendo Switch, connect a power source rated at 15V/1A or above. Power delivery is one-way: it can charge an input device such as a Steam Deck, but not an output device such as Quest 3 or Quest 3S.
Everyday compatibility
Connect a supported USB-C source to the capture card, then use its capture connection with a compatible iPad, MacBook, laptop, tablet or mobile phone. The source device needs USB-C video output with DP Alt Mode where applicable. Supported gaming devices include Switch 1, Steam Deck and compatible handhelds, Switch 2 is not supported. The capture connection also supports iPad Pro and iPad Air running iPadOS 17 or 18, and Quest 3, Quest 3S, Quest 2 or Quest Pro running Quest HDMI Link V67 or later. The HDMI loop-out sends video and audio to a monitor, TV or display.
Want to stream to a wider audience while still playing on a large screen? HDMI passthrough lets the display receive the picture as the capture card sends it to a compatible host. It works with common streaming tools including OBS Studio, XSplit and Streamlabs, as well as platforms such as Twitch and YouTube. Buyers report mixed experiences with compatibility: some say it works as expected, while others mention HDMI video-input issues. Feedback on the build is also mixed.
Tips for day-to-day use
For a simple setup, connect the gaming source to the USB-C input, attach the capture connection to your recording device, and connect a monitor or TV to HDMI loop-out if you want a separate gameplay display. Select a capture resolution that suits your recording or stream: 2K@30Hz for higher resolution, or 1080P@60Hz for a higher frame rate. The plug-and-play design is driver-free on compatible devices, and the aluminium shell and braided cable are designed for regular use. A compatible power adapter or power bank can connect to the USB-C PD port when you want to power the input device during a session.
Should you buy it?
The UGREEN 65856 is a practical fit for gamers and creators who want one compact capture setup for recording or streaming, with HDMI passthrough for a separate display and USB-C PD for the input device. Its mix of capture resolutions, supported gaming devices and driver-free operation suits a desk setup or a portable streaming kit, provided the source and recording devices meet the relevant connection requirements.