Wyze
Wyze Cam v3 (1080p)
Security/dash cam · 1080p
76
/ 100
From $36
VS
Elgato Facecam Pro wins by 13
Elgato
Elgato Facecam Pro
4K60
89
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict
Elgato Facecam Pro takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) lands at 76 and Elgato Facecam Pro at 89. That puts Elgato Facecam Pro ahead by 13 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) if…
- ✓Weatherproof (most)
- ✓Night vision
- ✓Cloud + local storage options
Pick Elgato Facecam Pro if…
- ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
- ✓Auto framing (some)
- ✓Software tuning
Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) 76
vs 89 Elgato Facecam Pro
Score breakdown
Wyze Cam v3 (1080p)
76 image 72
features 76
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam Pro
89 image 87
features 89
build 86
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) | Elgato Facecam Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Security/dash cam | — |
| Resolution | ▲ 1080p | 4K60 |
| Release year | 2020 | — |
Wyze Cam v3 (1080p)
Pros
- +Weatherproof (most)
- +Night vision
- +Cloud + local storage options
Cons
- −Cloud storage subscription
- −Wi-Fi dependency
- −Privacy considerations
Elgato Facecam Pro
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: Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) vs Elgato Facecam Pro
Which is better, Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) or Elgato Facecam Pro? +
Elgato Facecam Pro scores 89 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 13. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) worth the price? +
At $36, Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) delivers a Specdex score of 76 — strongest in build.
Is Elgato Facecam Pro worth the price? +
At $299, Elgato Facecam Pro delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in features.
Does Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) or Elgato Facecam Pro 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.