When comparing ShadowPlay vs Contentflow, the Slant community recommends ShadowPlay for most people. In the question“What are the best software tools for live streaming?” ShadowPlay is ranked 5th while Contentflow is ranked 20th. The most important reason people chose ShadowPlay is:
If you want to record 1080p 60fps, this will get you there. If you were having performance issues using CPU encoding before, Shadowplay will most likely work 10x better that you swear that it doesn't appear to be recording at all.
Specs
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Pros
Pro GPU accelerated encoding
If you want to record 1080p 60fps, this will get you there. If you were having performance issues using CPU encoding before, Shadowplay will most likely work 10x better that you swear that it doesn't appear to be recording at all.
Pro Allow recording video after the fact
ShadowPlay can set up a recording buffer and only save to a local file if needed.
Pro Multistream
You can live stream across multiple platforms. You can distribute your stream(s) simultaneously to several Facebook accounts, Youtube Live, Twitch, and other social media platforms
Pro Subtitles
Subtitles can be created automatically and in an impressive quality.
Pro Video file
The video is available immediately after the livestream for download in different resolutions.
Pro Own player
A video player, which can be integrated into any website, is included. On request also with a chat.
Pro Cutting
It is possible to cut content from the running stream and export or publish it.
Pro Teamwork
Pro Graphics
Graphics, such as a logo, can be displayed
Cons
Con Nvidia cards only
Only works with Nvidia cards, so those with AMD cards will not be able to use this app.
Con It's expensive
1000 dollars per month.
Con Graphic
Unfortunately the graphics cannot be changed during the stream.
