OBS Recording and Streaming Settings
OBS Dual-PC Streaming Setup
Published: October 6, 2026 · Updated: October 6, 2026
Quick Answer
In a dual-PC setup, the gaming PC sends video and audio through the capture device while OBS runs the stream on the second PC. Solve signal format and audio routing before adding filters.
Check the baseline
Decide which output feeds the capture card and what format the card accepts.
Configure the core setting
Add the capture card as a Video Capture Device with an explicit stable mode.
Test under the real workload
Choose whether game audio travels over HDMI or a separate audio path and avoid double monitoring.
Verify the result
Make a local test recording and measure audio/video sync before going live.
Practical checklist
- Change one variable at a time.
- Make a short local recording before a live session.
- Use OBS Statistics to distinguish rendering, encoding and network problems.
- Keep a backup of working profiles and scene collections before major changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a capture card for dual-PC OBS?
A capture card is the most direct hardware method for transferring the gaming PC video feed to the streaming PC.
Why is dual-PC audio delayed?
Capture devices and audio interfaces can have different latency, so a measured sync offset may be needed.
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Editorial review
Author: ProjectOBS Editorial Team · Updated: October 6, 2026.
This guide is written around repeatable Windows troubleshooting: establish a baseline, change one variable, reproduce the workload and verify the result in OBS Statistics or a short recording.