Dell
Dell UltraSharp 4K
4K
84
/ 100
From $199
VS
Elgato Facecam MK.2 wins by 3
Elgato
Elgato Facecam MK.2
1080p60 · Sony STARVIS 2 · Creator-focused
87
/ 100
From $149
Specdex verdict
Elgato Facecam MK.2 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Dell UltraSharp 4K lands at 84 and Elgato Facecam MK.2 at 87. That puts Elgato Facecam MK.2 ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Dell UltraSharp 4K if…
- ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
- ✓Auto framing (some)
- ✓Software tuning
Pick Elgato Facecam MK.2 if…
- ✓Excellent low-light
- ✓Full manual control in Camera Hub
- ✓Fixed-focus = no hunting
Dell UltraSharp 4K 84
vs 87 Elgato Facecam MK.2
Score breakdown
Dell UltraSharp 4K
84 image 82
features 84
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam MK.2
87 image 90
features 86
build 90
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Dell UltraSharp 4K | Elgato Facecam MK.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 4K | ▲ 1080p60 |
| Sensor | — | Sony STARVIS 2 |
| Connectivity | — | USB-C |
Dell UltraSharp 4K
Pros
- +USB-C connectivity (modern)
- +Auto framing (some)
- +Software tuning
Cons
- −Fixed focal length on most
- −Low-light varies wildly
- −Mounting can be fiddly
Elgato Facecam MK.2
Pros
- +Excellent low-light
- +Full manual control in Camera Hub
- +Fixed-focus = no hunting
Cons
- −No 4K (1080p60 ceiling)
- −No built-in mic
- −Pricey for 1080p
FAQ: Dell UltraSharp 4K vs Elgato Facecam MK.2
Which is better, Dell UltraSharp 4K or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +
Elgato Facecam MK.2 scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Dell UltraSharp 4K worth the price? +
At $199, Dell UltraSharp 4K delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in build.
Is Elgato Facecam MK.2 worth the price? +
At $149, Elgato Facecam MK.2 delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in image.
Does Dell UltraSharp 4K or Elgato Facecam MK.2 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.