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Elgato Facecam MK.2 — 1080p60
Elgato

Elgato Facecam MK.2

1080p60

87
/ 100
From $149
VS
Elgato Facecam MK.2 wins by 11
Logitech C920 — 1080p
Logitech

Logitech C920

1080p

76
/ 100
From $69
Specdex verdict

Elgato Facecam MK.2 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Elgato Facecam MK.2 lands at 87 and Logitech C920 at 76. That puts Elgato Facecam MK.2 ahead by 11 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Elgato Facecam MK.2 if…

  • ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
  • ✓Auto framing (some)
  • ✓Software tuning

Pick Logitech C920 if…

  • ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
  • ✓Auto framing (some)
  • ✓Software tuning
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Build

Tie

Compared on the build sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Compared on the features sub-score

Elgato Facecam MK.2 leads on features (87 vs 76).

Image

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Compared on the image sub-score

Elgato Facecam MK.2 leads on image (85 vs 74).

Value for money

Logitech C920

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Logitech C920 more score per dollar ($69 vs $149).

Elgato Facecam MK.2 87
vs
76 Logitech C920

Score breakdown

Elgato Facecam MK.2
87
image 85
features 87
build 86
value 82
Logitech C920
76
image 74
features 76
build 86
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Elgato Facecam MK.2 versus Logitech C920 — full spec comparison
Spec Elgato Facecam MK.2 Logitech C920
Resolution
1080p60
1080p

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Pros
  • +USB-C connectivity (modern)
  • +Auto framing (some)
  • +Software tuning
Cons
  • −Fixed focal length on most
  • −Low-light varies wildly
  • −Mounting can be fiddly

Logitech C920

Pros
  • +USB-C connectivity (modern)
  • +Auto framing (some)
  • +Software tuning
Cons
  • −Fixed focal length on most
  • −Low-light varies wildly
  • −Mounting can be fiddly

FAQ: Elgato Facecam MK.2 vs Logitech C920

Which is better, Elgato Facecam MK.2 or Logitech C920? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 11. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Elgato Facecam MK.2 worth the price? +

At $149, Elgato Facecam MK.2 delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in features.

Is Logitech C920 worth the price? +

At $69, Logitech C920 delivers a Specdex score of 76 — strongest in build.

Does Elgato Facecam MK.2 or Logitech C920 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.

Which is better for features, Elgato Facecam MK.2 or Logitech C920? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 — leads on features (87 vs 76). Compared on the features sub-score.

Which is better for image, Elgato Facecam MK.2 or Logitech C920? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 — leads on image (85 vs 74). Compared on the image sub-score.