Where they differ
| Specs | Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen | RØDE Streamer X |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI video inputs | None | 1 HDMI 2.0 |
| RØDE Streamer X also takes HDMI video (1 HDMI 2.0); Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen is audio only. | ||
| XLR microphone inputs | 2 | 1 |
| Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen has 2 XLR microphone inputs; RØDE Streamer X has 1 XLR microphone input. Count the voices you need at once. | ||
| Preamp gain | 69 dB | 76 dB |
| Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen gives up to 69 dB of gain and RØDE Streamer X up to 76 dB. A microphone like the Shure SM7B needs more than 60 dB. | ||
Where they are the same
- Headphone outputs
- 1
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We haven’t confirmed a figure for one or both models on: Loopback, Mix-minus, Power. The site leaves these out rather than guess.
What else each needs
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen
An XLR microphone and an XLR cable for each input you use
Headphones with a 1/4-inch plug, or a 3.5 mm adapter
A USB-A port on your computer
- You need: An XLR microphone and an XLR cable for each input you use. Its microphone inputs: 2 microphone preamps; 2 line/instrument inputs.
- You need: Headphones with a 1/4-inch plug, or a 3.5 mm adapter. Its headphone socket is 1/4-inch.
- Check first: A USB-A port on your computer. The cable in the box is USB-C to USB-A. If your computer only has USB-C ports, use a USB-C to USB-C cable instead.
RØDE Streamer X
Streamer X
An HDMI cable for each camera or computer
A microphone: an XLR microphone and an XLR cable for each input you use, or a headset with a 3.5 mm TRRS plug, or a RØDE USB microphone it supports, or a RØDE Series IV wireless microphone
Headphones with a 1/4-inch plug (or a 3.5 mm adapter), or a headset in the 3.5 mm TRRS socket
A USB port that fits the cable
- You need: An HDMI cable for each camera or computer. Its video inputs are HDMI: 1 HDMI 2.0.
- You need: A microphone: an XLR microphone and an XLR cable for each input you use, or a headset with a 3.5 mm TRRS plug, or a RØDE USB microphone it supports, or a RØDE Series IV wireless microphone. Its microphone inputs: XLR/TRS mic or instrument; 3.5 mm TRRS headset; RODE Series IV wireless; RODE USB microphone support; HDMI audio.
- You need: Headphones with a 1/4-inch plug (or a 3.5 mm adapter), or a headset in the 3.5 mm TRRS socket. Its headphone socket is 1/4-inch; the headset socket takes a 3.5 mm TRRS headset.
- Check first: A USB port that fits the cable. A USB-C cable is in the box; check its other end against your computer’s ports.
Next step
Put either model into the setup builder to check it against your computer and the rest of your gear, or see all 10 side by side in Streaming audio interfaces compared. Plan your audio routing before you go live.
Full profiles: Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen and RØDE Streamer X.