Just bought this based on the video. Should be noted that there is definitely a slight input latency in faster paced games such as FPS/fighting games. If you're even a slightly above casual player who cares about not being handicapped by performance, I wouldn't recommend this solution. Going to return this ASAP.
One thing to keep in mind as that I’d recommend this for casual games and not competitive. There are degrees of input latency especially if you plan to capture and stream at the same time. There’s also the genki shadowcast for 50$ which is ultra convenient but again, meant for casual games
@@NonZeroPossibility08 I would say that just making sure you don’t use your monitor as a screen would be best. So playing on a regular tv that’s hooked up to a capture card to a computer would be the best way to go. There’s just nothing out there that’s 100% true lagless input as far as I know
I was in the same position as you (wanting a do-it-all device). I realized that getting a gaming laptop is the most cost effective and simple way to do it.
I've tried several different capture devices, but all has 'tiny' lag which can't seemed to avoid. The lag won't notice for casual gaming, but longer you play into the game, you'll definitely feel lag. So my solution is getting a 27" monitor (should get a 32"), used as extended screen for iMac and for console gaming.
Ok, so based on this video, I just bought an Elgato HD60s... My PS4 Pro is now displayed on my Mac screen (Apple Cinema Display)... Unfortunately, there is a slight lag/input latency that makes games not enjoyable. I am currently playing Red Dead Redemption Online: kind of ok but not really... and Days Gone: not ok... This games feels less smooth, heavy... I tried on two different MacBook Pros : Intel 2015 and I9 2019 , same result. ... my purchase was second-hand, and I will sell it again. So, the solution is: just get another screen.
If I don't want to actually screen capture or stream, could I just plug in a regular HDMI Mac adapter into my xbox? Or do I need this fancy $200 device?
For those who selected the iMac already, this is a decent hack. If you’re debating between an iMac and a Mac mini + TV or Mac mini + monitor with HDMI and audio out,, this is a reason to get the Mac mini. In my case, I bought a monitor with analog audio out and the quality of the jack turned out to be so horrible I had to plug my speakers directly into my computers. Having more than one computer for simultaneous use, that meant an expensive audio interface reliant on the Mac mini being awake to get audio from any device on the display. I’m satisfied for now, but recommend against others going this path. No HDCP errors though!
Interesting, there's always going to be an unavoidable lag converting the signal from source to a capture card and then to the final display device. Definitely a worthy attempt at resolving this issue though. Yesterday, I picked up an LG 27" 4k 400 nits, usbc hub with power delivery display for $260 open box, 27UP80B-W. These usbc screens have had their prices slashed in recent months, making the Apple Displays even more of a difficult purchase.
Sports, racing, fps games will stutter no matter what using this method. Don’t rely on this if those are the games you play. If you like puzzle or sim games you will be fine. But once’s things move quickly on screen you will stutter everytime as this is considered a display “preview” so it’s not operating at the same capacity as actually displaying what is coming through the capture card.
Apple needs to allow INPUT on their iMacs - I guess they used to but then stopped. They’re really losing value for that amazing screen and then limiting it this way
Jerry - this is great and very informative. You've captured the holy grail of target display for Xbox as far as I'm concerned. Was there any issues, or do you know of any issues, with the MacOS?
Ok, for those who have tried this solution: What's laggier, streaming HDMI 60hz 1080p output with these kind of devices or streaming through Xbox Cloud Gaming? Are the semi-cheap ones capable to stream at 4K? I could maybe stand a tiny bit of lag for certain games, but Xbox Cloud Gaming was always unplayable for me. I do have a PC tower and a Xbox One, I would love to use this solution with the compromise of a tiny bit of tolerable lag.
I didn't detect lag in my testing but for a hardcore gamer I would imagine that it does exists. As far as casual gaming and optimizing desk space its a fun option.
@@JerrySchulze it isn’t too bad but as someone who uses a variety of monitors and even still uses a CRT in 2021 I can sense it immediately. Perhaps I am a special case haha
@@briandottv9444Any idea of how much latency? Is it >100ms? I have an iMac 27" and just bought an XBOX series X. The iMac has an awesome 5K display and I'm planning to make my setup with this dongle solution. I would expect perhaps a couple of frames of latency or less than 50ms as the route will have some frame buffering but when you get more than that I will detect it.
Would you say the input lag is suitable for slower-paced games like Civ 6, city builders and the like that don't require rapid input? Or is it still frustrating regardless?
So im pretty sue i know the answer to this question but i gotta double check, Is this the ONLY way to use this iMac as a display for a console(using the capture card)? Or is there some magic adapter you can use for the same purpose...
Is it technically difficult or added cost for Apple to include a HDMI port on iMacs to display gaming consoles like a PS5, why would they make the decision to not do this?
This is so interesting. Im wondering if this could work to capture video from an external PC if you connect it via HDMI? My point is that I would like to use an M1 iMac as an external monitor for a PC but so far there doesnt seem to be any way to do this. Is this something you might be able to do a test on?
Hey, I was wondering the same, as I plan to use my iMac screen for my work PC. I came across this option of Remote Desktop App by Microsoft ruclips.net/video/rZPj2febthw/видео.html . Rather than just using iMac as a screen, it should allow you to access your PC remotely from your Mac, basically achieving the same thing. I haven't tried it yet as I am still waiting for my PC to arrive. That said, I am not a gamer so not sure if this is good enough for gamers. But may be worth a shot.
Man ..your a life saver …I have a Mac mini m1 connected to a LG ULTRAFINE which won’t do HDMI input …your solutions sounds like the key for me to COO etc old ps3 to the mini
What about connecting the older XBox 360 which has component connections ( a split 3 cables for red, white, and yellow and another 3 split for red, blue, green) to an iMac?
Without a dock I’m not sure of. I wouldn’t try any 3rd party docks as they could mess up your switch. You could plug your capture card into a Mac and play it via sidecar to an iPad. There is no current way to have the iPad as a standalone display like you’re referring too. Hope that helps.
Question, you said you could get 1080p at 60 fps.. could you reduce 1080p to maybe 720, and get a higher frame rate? Thanks for the vid, super helpful!
so this is pretty much just a capture card right? can i use any capture card to translate the xbox onto my iMac for gaming? only gaming and not recording
Basically If You Playing COD The Controllee May Not Lag But The People Are Kinda Not Where You See Them The Lag Is In The Screen You Just Seeing Seconds Behind. So A Person Would Be Not Where Your Actually Shooting By Time Your Screen Shows You ! (Response)
Thanks Jerry for this very useful tip. Have you had a chance to test whether this method also works on the Studio Display? Pretty sure it works if using a Mac to plug the capture card, but what about connecting the capture card to the Studio Display directly, using the Thunderbolt port?
Hello, I have a question: it this adapter function for the PS 5? Thank you, if you answer my question, and sorry for this English, i cant speak god Enlish, because i had only 3 years English in the scool. I hope, you can understad ist :)
there is "4K60 S+" from elgato also that supports 4k@60 and HDR, but not sure how good is it. From the reviews on their website, it seems like a crap, but I don't know.
How are you guys experiencing no input lag? I bought the latest elgato and connected to my M2 pro macbook to play PS5 on my XDR display but there's definitely input lag and quite big. It's such a big difference from directly connecting my PS5 to an LG screen for instance.. (???)
Would I use the same settings for a SNES or GameCube as you used at the beginning… the SNES obviously doesn’t have the same graphics requirements as an Xbox. Thanks in advance.
I appreciate this video tbh bc I got a ps5 couple months ago.. moved for college again, bought an iMac for home (which I also would use as a display for my ps5) just to find out it was (almost) impossible. just bought this on amazon Will be trying it tomorrow. I hope it works or I'm returning to Apple lol.. they should allow for display input in 2021 cmon now.. And remote play is terribly laggy now that's impossible.. thank you for this
Update here.. Capture card looks glitchy and I can't seem to get a display at all.. def returned the apple computer and will just opt for a regular computer/monitor... this is def Apples loss and in my opinion a waste of potential when it comes to their new and improved models of computers. I've been at this for days trying to find solutions, don't know what I'm doing wrong but just tired of trying to figure it out.. not worth it bc this just shouldn't be this hard to get two decent electronics to connect. I hope its possible for them to allow some sort of real display in the future..
Do you happen to know what to do if the game capture device doesn’t come as an option, after downloading the app? The only option to appear is screen link
yes but 60 fps 1080p is extremely limiting for a gaming pc as anything over 800$ could run games such as csgo, fortnite, league of legends or modern warfare at a minimum of 100 fps at max settings and 300 for csgo and league of legends at decent settings. Would really recomend buying a monitor in that situation.
mate i heard you can use this to passthrough (thats what they call it, basically not record just using as a monitor) at 4k60, is that the same thing to download on imac? (from ur video i saw the software only allowed 1080p60, didnt see an option for 4k60)
@@JerrySchulze oops sorry if it was confusing but i was talking about the feature for the elgato product (read it on the elgato product page that 1080p recording, 4k60 passthrough) was asking if it was the same download, as the 4k60 passthrough could not record and the download seemed to be for 1080p recording(i assume that because the options only allowed up to 1080p in the video) its fine if you dont know either, i know ur not the creator of this product, was just thinking that u might know more than me about this
When you try to play Fortnite with this thing, is it going to will it keep the latest version of Fortnite or will it delay it so its v13.40 like when you try to download Fortnite through the Epic Games Launcher. Respond as fast as you can please before I buy the Xbox knowing I won't be able to play the latest version?
I am not sure that it would accept the elgato as a camera input or what app would work. Or do you mean the ability to stream from the tablet to the computer? That is iOS only
Hi.. thanks for the wonderful video. Do you know if it’s possible to connect a Windows laptop (eg Lenovo for work) to iMac as a second screen with hdmi?
You don't need a device. Do your homework. Steam has it set up on its client app. M1 Macs can be configured every which way with PS or Xbox controllers.
Just bought this based on the video. Should be noted that there is definitely a slight input latency in faster paced games such as FPS/fighting games. If you're even a slightly above casual player who cares about not being handicapped by performance, I wouldn't recommend this solution. Going to return this ASAP.
Scrolled into the comments to find this. Thank you!
That was bitter sweet to read
is here any way for getting 4k res and 120 fps?
Thanks you saved me. I just want to use my iMac because I use it for my personal PC and would be nice option to use for gaming too
Wheeeew thanks bro I was about to pull the trigger but nvm, out the cart it goes lol
One thing to keep in mind as that I’d recommend this for casual games and not competitive. There are degrees of input latency especially if you plan to capture and stream at the same time. There’s also the genki shadowcast for 50$ which is ultra convenient but again, meant for casual games
What is best for competitive? I have a huge iMac that I’d love to use for gaming on windows and competitive gaming on Xbox one.
@@NonZeroPossibility08 I would say that just making sure you don’t use your monitor as a screen would be best. So playing on a regular tv that’s hooked up to a capture card to a computer would be the best way to go. There’s just nothing out there that’s 100% true lagless input as far as I know
@@Alckemy thank you. I appreciate your help
This card has passthrough to another display. You could try both and see if there is any perceived lag.
@@JerrySchulze Thanks for your reply, both the el gato hd 60s and the shadow cast have input lag, with the hd 60 being a little better
I was in the same position as you (wanting a do-it-all device). I realized that getting a gaming laptop is the most cost effective and simple way to do it.
Great video man! I'm a huge fan.
I've tried several different capture devices, but all has 'tiny' lag which can't seemed to avoid. The lag won't notice for casual gaming, but longer you play into the game, you'll definitely feel lag. So my solution is getting a 27" monitor (should get a 32"), used as extended screen for iMac and for console gaming.
Ok, so based on this video, I just bought an Elgato HD60s... My PS4 Pro is now displayed on my Mac screen (Apple Cinema Display)... Unfortunately, there is a slight lag/input latency that makes games not enjoyable. I am currently playing Red Dead Redemption Online: kind of ok but not really... and Days Gone: not ok... This games feels less smooth, heavy... I tried on two different MacBook Pros : Intel 2015 and I9 2019 , same result. ... my purchase was second-hand, and I will sell it again. So, the solution is: just get another screen.
If I don't want to actually screen capture or stream, could I just plug in a regular HDMI Mac adapter into my xbox? Or do I need this fancy $200 device?
I brought a HDMI and it doesn’t work
@@DistantFlow same it’s not showing up on my screen
@@partygamer21 yea You have to get a capture card
No. Your mac hdmi port is not an input. Its an output. Its only going to output its display to the source your connecting to.
It’s because the hdmi port on macs are outputs not inputs
For those who selected the iMac already, this is a decent hack. If you’re debating between an iMac and a Mac mini + TV or Mac mini + monitor with HDMI and audio out,, this is a reason to get the Mac mini. In my case, I bought a monitor with analog audio out and the quality of the jack turned out to be so horrible I had to plug my speakers directly into my computers. Having more than one computer for simultaneous use, that meant an expensive audio interface reliant on the Mac mini being awake to get audio from any device on the display. I’m satisfied for now, but recommend against others going this path. No HDCP errors though!
Elgato 4K X is now available which supports 4K at 144hz now.
Nice!
Hello, I bought this device this year. but there is one problem - you can no longer download this program for Mac from the elgato website. what to do?
THANK YOU! This is exactly the video I was looking for.
Awesome!
Interesting, there's always going to be an unavoidable lag converting the signal from source to a capture card and then to the final display device. Definitely a worthy attempt at resolving this issue though. Yesterday, I picked up an LG 27" 4k 400 nits, usbc hub with power delivery display for $260 open box, 27UP80B-W. These usbc screens have had their prices slashed in recent months, making the Apple Displays even more of a difficult purchase.
Thanks for this review. exactly what I was looking for!
Glad it was helpful!
Sports, racing, fps games will stutter no matter what using this method. Don’t rely on this if those are the games you play. If you like puzzle or sim games you will be fine. But once’s things move quickly on screen you will stutter everytime as this is considered a display “preview” so it’s not operating at the same capacity as actually displaying what is coming through the capture card.
Apple needs to allow INPUT on their iMacs - I guess they used to but then stopped. They’re really losing value for that amazing screen and then limiting it this way
Jerry - this is great and very informative. You've captured the holy grail of target display for Xbox as far as I'm concerned. Was there any issues, or do you know of any issues, with the MacOS?
Hi, glad it helped. No issues in my testing. I don't use this every day but should work on any OS the legato software supports.
could you use the Elgato HD60 S+ to connect another mac and use the 24" as an external display?
Actually just installed OneCast and it seems to work! Have my iMac and XboxOne connected directly to modem, so no lagging.
Holy hell this was the most straight forward and helpful thing ever. Love this and love the channel. Thanks for the tutorial
Awesome so glad it helped!
can you use a headset with it
This works perfectly fine! Thank you internet, thank you Jerry
Also i almost have no delay at all. I think its not 100% without delay, but the delay is very very small!
Very cool!
Ok, for those who have tried this solution: What's laggier, streaming HDMI 60hz 1080p output with these kind of devices or streaming through Xbox Cloud Gaming? Are the semi-cheap ones capable to stream at 4K? I could maybe stand a tiny bit of lag for certain games, but Xbox Cloud Gaming was always unplayable for me. I do have a PC tower and a Xbox One, I would love to use this solution with the compromise of a tiny bit of tolerable lag.
Lag was not an issue for me and like you when I tried cloud gaming it was terrible.
Have you tried with the ps5 ? I’m curious if it looks good before I buy . My husband plays modern warfare and god of war
I have not tried, just remember this dongle is 1080 not 4k. Will most likely work but not fully resolution.
I tried it and very satisfied. Thank you so much for this video
man i really want to do this but it cost so much money to really just play xbox on a different device..
You can get thunderbolt to hdmi adapter and it does the same thing
will this get 120hz?
I have one of these. It’s a great capture card but for playing games on it the input lag is far too high for my taste. Nice video
I didn't detect lag in my testing but for a hardcore gamer I would imagine that it does exists. As far as casual gaming and optimizing desk space its a fun option.
@@JerrySchulze it isn’t too bad but as someone who uses a variety of monitors and even still uses a CRT in 2021 I can sense it immediately. Perhaps I am a special case haha
using a CRT..... yes, a special case. lol
@@briandottv9444Any idea of how much latency? Is it >100ms? I have an iMac 27" and just bought an XBOX series X. The iMac has an awesome 5K display and I'm planning to make my setup with this dongle solution. I would expect perhaps a couple of frames of latency or less than 50ms as the route will have some frame buffering but when you get more than that I will detect it.
Would you say the input lag is suitable for slower-paced games like Civ 6, city builders and the like that don't require rapid input? Or is it still frustrating regardless?
Super cool idea - I like my xbox for gaming more than other options anyway.
I was surprised how good it actually is.
This took so long to find, and it’s exactly what I was looking for!
Perfect Video!!! Thanks! Will Elgato 60+ also work with X Box Series S? Greetings from germany.
So im pretty sue i know the answer to this question but i gotta double check, Is this the ONLY way to use this iMac as a display for a console(using the capture card)? Or is there some magic adapter you can use for the same purpose...
so is it safe to say I should buy it?
Would you recommend buying a 4k game capture device to stream at 4k?
At the time of this recording they did not have a 4k version for Mac. I don’t have experience with streaming so I don’t know how 4k would affect that.
Great video, can you please tell me if a good connection is necessary to use this device ? Or it’s only working by HDMI and not by streaming
It’s hdmi to the device and then usb.
thank you for actually doing a video on how to help! i tried so hard to find something like this for weeks but came up empty handed until now
Awesome!
Is it technically difficult or added cost for Apple to include a HDMI port on iMacs to display gaming consoles like a PS5, why would they make the decision to not do this?
I found this video by searching whole different thing but this thing. This what i was looking for last one year. Thank you God bless you!
Awesome! Glad to help. What were you searching for?
Would this work with a windows laptop to iMac? Since they got rid of target display I’ve been trying to find something that will do the trick??
Really, really helpful video! thank you!
Wow so grateful for this. Thanks man
I have an M1 2020 MacBook Air and a PS5. Is there any way to connect them to play 1080p 120hz?
Hey Jerry Schulze! Great Vid! Cant we just plug a HDMI cable from the Xbox to Mac and use Max's strong resolution to play?
This is so interesting. Im wondering if this could work to capture video from an external PC if you connect it via HDMI? My point is that I would like to use an M1 iMac as an external monitor for a PC but so far there doesnt seem to be any way to do this. Is this something you might be able to do a test on?
Yep, anything with HDMi should work....HDCP stuff may be an issue for some things as I discussed.
@@JerrySchulze Thank you!
@@discjunkietv did you try it? did it work ?
Hey, I was wondering the same, as I plan to use my iMac screen for my work PC. I came across this option of Remote Desktop App by Microsoft ruclips.net/video/rZPj2febthw/видео.html . Rather than just using iMac as a screen, it should allow you to access your PC remotely from your Mac, basically achieving the same thing. I haven't tried it yet as I am still waiting for my PC to arrive. That said, I am not a gamer so not sure if this is good enough for gamers. But may be worth a shot.
Super helpful video! Just wondering does this work with the new m1 pro and max chips?
Should be the same!
Man ..your a life saver …I have a Mac mini m1 connected to a LG ULTRAFINE which won’t do HDMI input …your solutions sounds like the key for me to COO etc old ps3 to the mini
I just got my Elgato HD60s+ recently and I totally forgot about this. Thnaks !
nice!
Please try it on more devices like ipad pro, Samsung tablet.....
I am not aware of a app that would work with it.
Hey Jerry, first of all good video. One question can I make use of this to make iMac a display for my Lenovo laptop?
Yes it should work with any hdmi input.
@@JerrySchulze thank you. Can you please make a video which shows how I will be able to make imac as display for my Lenovo laptop. Please
Nice video. Is there a option for 4k even with more expensive elgato device? Not only 1080?
What about connecting the older XBox 360 which has component connections ( a split 3 cables for red, white, and yellow and another 3 split for red, blue, green) to an iMac?
Can you use that as an extended monitor setup for windows, where the iMac is the second display?
Do you have a cheaper alternative for this adaptor? Thanks
Could you connect this to the switch without dock while going into a iPad?
Without a dock I’m not sure of. I wouldn’t try any 3rd party docks as they could mess up your switch. You could plug your capture card into a Mac and play it via sidecar to an iPad. There is no current way to have the iPad as a standalone display like you’re referring too. Hope that helps.
Question, you said you could get 1080p at 60 fps.. could you reduce 1080p to maybe 720, and get a higher frame rate? Thanks for the vid, super helpful!
so this is pretty much just a capture card right? can i use any capture card to translate the xbox onto my iMac for gaming? only gaming and not recording
Does a USB C to a HDMI adapter work too? Or does it actually have to be a capture card and all that
Basically If You Playing COD The Controllee May Not Lag But The People Are Kinda Not Where You See Them The Lag Is In The Screen You Just Seeing Seconds Behind. So A Person Would Be Not Where Your Actually Shooting By Time Your Screen Shows You ! (Response)
Thanks Jerry for this very useful tip. Have you had a chance to test whether this method also works on the Studio Display? Pretty sure it works if using a Mac to plug the capture card, but what about connecting the capture card to the Studio Display directly, using the Thunderbolt port?
Yes it works but need to connect to max because need software to run it.
Hello, I have a question: it this adapter function for the PS 5? Thank you, if you answer my question, and sorry for this English, i cant speak god Enlish, because i had only 3 years English in the scool. I hope, you can understad ist :)
Hi yes it can work with PS5 or any hdmi signal. You have have to disable hdcp.
Thank you for this Answere.
I want to try this with the X one. Have you tried that yet?
I have not, last I checked this was the only one compatible with Mac. Maybe has changed since.
4K and 60fps and I would be so in to buy this! 😅
there is "4K60 S+" from elgato also that supports 4k@60 and HDR, but not sure how good is it. From the reviews on their website, it seems like a crap, but I don't know.
I played Super Lucky's Tale and I'm an old guy! It was really fun!
It really is!
Do you need to buy the thunderbolt you suggested in your link or will the one that comes with the Mac due?
If you have USB-A ports on the computer you can just use the cable it came with.
Hi, does it also work if using USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter from Apple? And is it a must to download the app?
Dose this still work for m3 imacs? I'm buying a hd60 just from this video so I hope it works.
Thank you Jerry. Your method worked as told! Much appreciated.
Great to hear!
I was looking for these video and thank you and will this things effect on speed of iMac?
I did not notice any issues with performance of the iMac as it is just displaying video. Thanks for watching!
@@JerrySchulze thanks man really appreciate. you reply our comments that’s mean a lot for subscribers like me
Why 1080p? It advertised 4K at 60 fps on the website. Double checked at 1:22 and it clearly advertises 4K 60fps passthroug.
How are you guys experiencing no input lag? I bought the latest elgato and connected to my M2 pro macbook to play PS5 on my XDR display but there's definitely input lag and quite big. It's such a big difference from directly connecting my PS5 to an LG screen for instance.. (???)
Can u redo this video with the Elgato Pro 5k kindly
I am not aware of that product. Do you have a link?
Is it possible to just use a hdmi to usbc cable ?
No, but you should be able to find cheaper capture devices now.
This is useful. Thank you sir for sharing.
Would this work with a windows computer to use the iMac as a monitor?
Yes
Would I use the same settings for a SNES or GameCube as you used at the beginning… the SNES obviously doesn’t have the same graphics requirements as an Xbox.
Thanks in advance.
I imagine you need to use an HDMI converter first and that those systems dont have HDCP so should work.
Just a heads up, I bought the cable you put in your description, but it does not have fast enough data transfer speeds to work with this method!!!
Interesting and I will check that out.
So the CableMatters cable is not working? Did you try any others?
Is there a window mode option? I don't want to play full-screen, I just want a resize-able window.
took me a while to find this gem but here we are.. Thank you for the video, very useful.
You are welcome. Thanks for watching!
I appreciate this video tbh bc I got a ps5 couple months ago.. moved for college again, bought an iMac for home (which I also would use as a display for my ps5) just to find out it was (almost) impossible. just bought this on amazon Will be trying it tomorrow. I hope it works or I'm returning to Apple lol.. they should allow for display input in 2021 cmon now.. And remote play is terribly laggy now that's impossible.. thank you for this
Good luck and let us know how it goes!
Update here.. Capture card looks glitchy and I can't seem to get a display at all.. def returned the apple computer and will just opt for a regular computer/monitor... this is def Apples loss and in my opinion a waste of potential when it comes to their new and improved models of computers. I've been at this for days trying to find solutions, don't know what I'm doing wrong but just tired of trying to figure it out.. not worth it bc this just shouldn't be this hard to get two decent electronics to connect. I hope its possible for them to allow some sort of real display in the future..
Its not reading that my capture card is connected to my imac. The rest seems pretty simple. Not sure why its not reading though. Thoughts?
this was really helpful
Great!
@@JerrySchulze I am curious, does the computers fan start humming really loud because of this?
Would this work on a new iPad Pro?
Im not aware of an app that would work on ipad for this.
Does it have to be connected to the regular USB-C or could it be connected to the thunderbolt? because I only have the base model!!
Will work on the Thunderbolt port
@@JerrySchulze Appreciate you bro. Thank you so much it just arrived!
Thanks for making this video. Would it work with Apple Pro Display XDR and LG Ultrafine 4K as well?
Should be the same.
i have an older mac that only has usb a ports and thunder on the back. would i be able to use an hdmi thunder port to go into the mac
As long as the OS is supported it should work. Check Elgato's website.
just bought this and set it up, but all i can see is a black screen on the elgato software. no picture, using my xbox one btw
Try resetting display settings support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-network/display-sound/tv-or-monitor-screen-is-blank-while-connected
does it also running on ol 2015 iMac?
Will I be able to stream as well as I play my video game!?
yep, that's what the device is made for.
Do you happen to know what to do if the game capture device doesn’t come as an option, after downloading the app? The only option to appear is screen link
Do you think you could plug a gaming pc into this and use an iMac as a monitor for a gaming PC?
I do.
yes but 60 fps 1080p is extremely limiting for a gaming pc as anything over 800$ could run games such as csgo, fortnite, league of legends or modern warfare at a minimum of 100 fps at max settings and 300 for csgo and league of legends at decent settings. Would really recomend buying a monitor in that situation.
mate i heard you can use this to passthrough (thats what they call it, basically not record just using as a monitor) at 4k60, is that the same thing to download on imac? (from ur video i saw the software only allowed 1080p60, didnt see an option for 4k60)
Target Display mode has been gone for some time. I am not aware of a way from Apple.
@@JerrySchulze oops sorry if it was confusing but i was talking about the feature for the elgato product (read it on the elgato product page that 1080p recording, 4k60 passthrough)
was asking if it was the same download, as the 4k60 passthrough could not record and the download seemed to be for 1080p recording(i assume that because the options only allowed up to 1080p in the video)
its fine if you dont know either, i know ur not the creator of this product, was just thinking that u might know more than me about this
How would I do this with a keyboard and mouse?
would have use a PC unless the console supports it.
When you try to play Fortnite with this thing, is it going to will it keep the latest version of Fortnite or will it delay it so its v13.40 like when you try to download Fortnite through the Epic Games Launcher. Respond as fast as you can please before I buy the Xbox knowing I won't be able to play the latest version?
Would this work connected to a OLED galaxy tab series of tablets?
I am not sure that it would accept the elgato as a camera input or what app would work. Or do you mean the ability to stream from the tablet to the computer? That is iOS only
hey, why can’t i plug it from the hdmi in the xbox with a usbc cable right into the imac?
why isn't a PS5 Option available in the Elgato Window Drop Down? Is it not possible to connect or whats the issue here?
Did you try going to settings on Xbox and changing it to 4K?
Can I use this to display a Windows PC on my iMac for work?
Yes that should work.
Hi.. thanks for the wonderful video. Do you know if it’s possible to connect a Windows laptop (eg Lenovo for work) to iMac as a second screen with hdmi?
Yes it should work just like the Xbox.
@@JerrySchulze perfect! Thank you for that
@@JerrySchulze actually pal. Is it possible for you to do a video on this please?
Just bought the Affhausen adapter but it looks like my iMac is not recognizing it as connected to the USB C port. : (
You don't need a device. Do your homework. Steam has it set up on its client app. M1 Macs can be configured every which way with PS or Xbox controllers.
Can i connect my 4090 setup to it with a hdmi? And use it as display