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Comparisons / Stream Deck / Stream Deck Studio vs Stream Deck XL

Elgato Stream Deck Studio vs Elgato Stream Deck XL

Elgato Stream Deck Studio adds 2 dials for volume and other continuous controls; Elgato Stream Deck XL has none. Elgato Stream Deck Studio needs any USB port; Elgato Stream Deck XL a USB 3 port.

From each maker’s own specifications; neither model was tested by this site.

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Elgato Stream Deck Studio

A 1U rack control surface with 32 LCD keys and two dials for a broadcast desk.

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Elgato Stream Deck XL

Lots of scenes and sources on screen at once.

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On the makers’ own sites:

Before you choose

Elgato Stream Deck Studio

The catch: It is built for a rack and for Bitfocus Buttons or Companion; the Stream Deck app works only in USB mode. Power comes from PoE+ or a USB-C PD 3.0 supply (9 V, 3 A), and the supply is not in the box.

You need:

  • Bitfocus Buttons or Bitfocus Companion; the Stream Deck app in USB mode

Check first:

  • A USB cable
  • A computer running Windows 11 or newer; macOS 13 or newer

Elgato Stream Deck XL

The catch: There are no physical dials. Reserve space beside the keyboard for 32 visible keys, or choose a dial model for continuous mixing.

You need:

  • A USB 3 port (5 Gbps)
  • Stream Deck desktop application

Check first:

  • A USB-C port on your computer
  • A computer running Windows 11+; macOS 13+

Everything to check before you buy

Where they differ

SpecsElgato Stream Deck StudioElgato Stream Deck XL
Dials20
Elgato Stream Deck Studio adds 2 dials for volume and other continuous controls; Elgato Stream Deck XL has none.
USB port neededUSB 2USB 3
Elgato Stream Deck Studio needs any USB port; Elgato Stream Deck XL a USB 3 port.
Size447 x 80 x 44 mm182 × 112 × 34 mm without stand
On the desk, Elgato Stream Deck Studio measures 447 x 80 x 44 mm and Elgato Stream Deck XL 182 × 112 × 34 mm without stand.

Where they are the same

Keys
32
Keys with screens
Yes

Not enough data to compare

We haven’t confirmed a figure for one or both models on: Touch strip, Cable. The site leaves these out rather than guess.

What else each needs

Elgato Stream Deck Studio

Stream Deck Studio
A USB cable
Bitfocus Buttons or Bitfocus Companion; the Stream Deck app in USB mode
A computer running Windows 11 or newer; macOS 13 or newer
  • Check first: A USB cable. Our record of the box lists no USB cable. Check the box before you plan the connection.
  • You need: Bitfocus Buttons or Bitfocus Companion; the Stream Deck app in USB mode. The maker lists this software for the device to work as described.
  • Check first: A computer running Windows 11 or newer; macOS 13 or newer. The maker lists these systems for the desktop app.

Elgato Stream Deck XL

Stream Deck XL
A USB 3 port (5 Gbps)
A USB-C port on your computer
Stream Deck desktop application
A computer running Windows 11+; macOS 13+
  • You need: A USB 3 port (5 Gbps). A USB 2 port is too slow for it. USB-C is a plug shape, not a speed, so check the port itself.
  • Check first: A USB-C port on your computer. The cable in the box has USB-C at both ends. If your computer only has USB-A ports, you need a USB-C to USB-A cable rated for the same speed.
  • You need: Stream Deck desktop application. The maker lists this software for the device to work as described.
  • Check first: A computer running Windows 11+; macOS 13+. The maker lists these systems for the desktop app.

Next step

Put either model into the setup builder to check it against your computer and the rest of your gear, or see all 13 side by side in Stream Deck models compared. Find the controller for your actions before you go live.

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