The AVerMedia Elite Go comes in a nearly identical box to the Core Go. It features a picture of the product, lists its technical specifications, and attempts to explain its purpose with simple text on the front—a challenge, given the Elite Go's multipurpose nature. The connectivity diagram on the back indicates that the secondary USB-C port can be used to connect a computer for capturing video from the source connected to the primary USB-C port.
Inside the box, you'll find the device itself, along with a high-quality, heavily braided 2-meter USB-C cable and two power plug adapters - for European and UK outlets. The charger natively plugs into US power sockets.
Closer Examination
On the outside, there's nothing separating the Elite Go from the Core Go. The dimensions are exactly the same - 66 x 62 x 36.6 mm – but the Elite Go is around 9 grams heavier, due to having an integrated capture card. The electronics are encased in a textured plastic case, which feels grippy from all sides. Much like the Core Go, the Elite Go is available both in the tested white variant, as well as a gray one.
The Elite Go features two foldable flat prongs that plug into US wall sockets. They tuck neatly into the side of the device, making it highly portable. EU and UK power plug adapters are included, but they cannot be folded, which significantly reduces the device's everyday practicality. These adapters slide onto the folded prongs easily but are frustratingly difficult to remove. EU and UK users will likely keep them attached at all times, accepting the larger footprint of the Elite Go - an imperfect solution, but better than constantly installing and removing the adapter and the risk of misplacing it.
The AVerMedia Elite Go features four ports. The top one is the "primary" USB-C port, capable of delivering up to 100 W (20 V / 5 A) of power output and supporting USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode. This feature is essential if you plan to use the HDMI 2.0 passthrough, which can output 4K video at 60 Hz. To make this work, you must use a fully featured USB-C cable that supports video and connect it to a source with a USB-C DP Alt Mode port, such as modern laptops, smartphones, and handheld consoles. When these conditions are met, your source will pass the video signal to the integrated HDMI port while simultaneously charging its battery through the same USB-C connection. If you have any peripherals connected to the USB Type-A port (mouse, keyboard, microphone), they will also work on the device you have connected via the "primary" USB-C port.
The "secondary" bottom USB-C port is the key differentiator between the Elite Go and Core Go. On the Elite Go, it supports device charging with the same 100 W (20 V / 5 A) power output as the "primary" USB-C port, but it also serves as an output for the integrated video capture card. It can capture 1080p60 video in YUY2 and MJPEG formats with stereo audio. Once connected to a computer, the integrated capture card functions just like a standalone unit.
Here's what you can expect in terms of power output, depending on whether you're using one, two, or all three USB ports to charge your devices. To achieve the full 100 W power output, only one USB-C port can be used at a time. When both USB-C ports are in use, their charging power is limited to 45 W each.
Performance
The AVerMedia Elite Go is a GaN charger with USB Power Delivery 3.0 support.
GaN (Gallium Nitride) charging technology replaces traditional silicon-based chargers. GaN is a semiconductor material that allows for faster and more efficient power conversion. GaN transistors generate less heat and have lower energy loss compared to silicon, making charging more energy-efficient, as well as potentially faster, because of better power handling (higher wattage in a smaller form factor). Their heat management is also better, simply because they generate less heat, which enables them to be physically smaller, while offering high charging performance. Because of all these benefits, GaN is starting to make its way into PC power supplies – the recently introduced Asus ROG Thor Platinum III uses GaN MOSFETs, to name one – but that's a story for some other time (and a different reviewer).
To test the power output of the AVerMedia Core Go, I used a combination of the WITRN C5 USB voltage/current meter and the ATORCH BW150 electronic load with a PD 3.1 trigger module. The two devices were linked using the supplied 2-meter USB-C cable, since I also wanted to check its behavior in practice.
USB-C Power Output Test
Top USB-C Port
Bottom USB-C Port
Power Delivery @ 20 V / 5 A
99.01 W
97.78 W
Maximum Sustainable Load
20 V / 5 A (99.01 W)
20 V / 6.2 A (120.7 W)
Maximum Measured Temperature
40.8°C
55.8°C
When loaded with 20 V and 5 A—the specified maximum for the Elite Go—the charger output 99.01 W through its primary USB-C port. At the receiving end of the supplied USB-C cable, 94.97 W of power was available. I then attempted to push the Elite Go beyond its limit, but with no success. The USB PD 3.0 trigger tripped as soon as I raised the current above 5 A, lowering the voltage to 5 V and reducing the power output to just 20.83 W. This also meant the Elite Go never got as warm as the Core Go.
At a 20 V / 5 A load, the bottom USB-C port delivered 98.36 W of power (93.47 W on the receiving side of the supplied USB-C cable), slightly less than the top port. Surprisingly, I was able to push the port all the way to 20 V / 6.5 A, at which point it delivered 127 W of power—impressive!
Beyond being a GaN charger, the AVerMedia Elite Go also features an integrated video capture card. To access it, simply connect the secondary USB-C port to your streaming or recording PC. From that point on, the device functions like a standard external USB capture card, allowing you to add it in OBS, Streamlabs, vMix, or any other recording/streaming software. In OBS, go to Sources > Add > Video Capture Device and select "Elite Go GC313Pro" from the list. The device captures video at 1080p60 in YUY2 and MJPEG formats.
This aspect of the Elite Go works exactly as expected—it just works. While it lacks high refresh rate passthrough and recording, for a pocket-sized capture card that doubles as a powerful USB charger and even lets you connect USB microphones, keyboards, or mice, the Elite Go is a surprisingly versatile solution to a problem we didn't even know we had.
Value and Conclusion
The AVerMedia Core Elite (GC313Pro) is available online for $130.
High power output (USB PD 3.0 with 100 W charging on two USB-C ports)
GaN technology allows for efficient charging with less heat generation
Maintains reliable power output at high loads
Integrated plug & play video capture card
Compact and portable
Integrated HDMI 4K60 passthrough
Good quality supplied USB-C cable
Requires an adapter for European and UK sockets (supplied), which makes it far less compact
One additional USB Type-A port would be a very useful addition
Lacks advanced video capture features
The AVerMedia Elite Go (GC313Pro) is an innovative and multifunctional device that successfully combines high-wattage charging with video passthrough and capture. One of its standout features is its integrated capture card, allowing users to record and stream 1080p60 video with ease. This makes it an excellent choice for gamers and streamers who need a portable solution for charging their devices while capturing Full HD footage. Setting up the capture functionality is as simple as connecting the secondary USB-C port to a computer and selecting the device in OBS or similar software.
On the charging side, the Elite Go excels with its 100 W USB PD 3.0 support, ensuring fast and efficient charging for laptops, tablets, smartphones, and even gaming consoles. Thanks to GaN technology, it operates more efficiently than traditional silicon chargers, generating less heat while maintaining a high power output. The inclusion of dual USB-C ports allows users to charge multiple devices simultaneously, though it's important to note that when both ports are active, the power is split to 45 W per port. In terms of performance, the Elite Go delivers stable and reliable power output, maintaining the 100 W specification on both USB-C ports under optimal conditions while leaving room for even higher loads.
Overall, the AVerMedia Elite Go is a well-designed, highly versatile device aimed toward those that seek a powerful charging and video capture solution. Its compact form factor, high power delivery, and seamless capture integration make it an excellent choice for anyone who's been dreaming about a device that would combine these features in a single, pocket-sized device.
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