Elgato Stream Deck Neo

Elgato's small, friendly eight-key controller with an infobar, though its touch buttons and cable are limited.

8
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USB-C

PCPR score

7.5

Good

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The short version

The Stream Deck Neo is Elgato's entry-level controller, with eight LCD keys, an infobar showing time and other data, two touch points for paging, a built-in stand and a fixed USB-C cable. Tom's Hardware finds it very approachable for newcomers but notes the touch buttons cannot be reprogrammed and the infobar offers little customization. It suits everyday productivity users and new streamers who want an inexpensive, plug-and-play macro pad rather than a heavily customizable one.

Pros

Eight LCD keys with a simple setup
Built-in folding stand
Infobar shows time and useful data
Very approachable for newcomers, per Tom's Hardware

Cons

Touch points are not programmable, per Tom's Hardware
Non-detachable cable
Infobar offers very little customization, per Tom's Hardware

Best for

Beginners who want an easy macro pad
Small desks and light productivity use

Full specifications

Core

Keys: 8
Dials: 0

Features

Touch strip: No

Connectivity

Connection: USB-C

Compatibility notes

Fixed USB-C cable, Elgato's page lists USB 2.0 or later Type-C as the recommended port.
Works with the Stream Deck app on Windows and macOS.

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What reviewers and owners say

Tom's Hardware
Mixed
Likes how approachable and charming it is for newcomers, but points out that the touch buttons and infobar offer little customization and the cable is fixed.
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Common questions

Can I program the Touch Points on the Neo?

No. Tom's Hardware found the touch buttons only scroll through key pages and cannot be assigned custom actions.

Is the Neo's cable removable?

No. Tom's Hardware notes the Neo uses a non-detachable USB-C cable.

How does it compare with the Stream Deck MK.2?

The Neo has eight keys and a smaller footprint, while the MK.2 has 15 keys, swappable faceplates and a detachable cable.

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