Wyze
Wyze Cam v4 (4K)
Security/dash cam · 4K
80
/ 100
From $50
VS
Elgato Facecam Pro wins by 9
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 v4 (4K) lands at 80 and Elgato Facecam Pro at 89. That puts Elgato Facecam Pro ahead by 9 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Wyze Cam v4 (4K) 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 v4 (4K) 80
vs 89 Elgato Facecam Pro
Score breakdown
Wyze Cam v4 (4K)
80 image 76
features 80
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam Pro
89 image 87
features 89
build 86
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Wyze Cam v4 (4K) | Elgato Facecam Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Security/dash cam | — |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K60 |
| Release year | 2024 | — |
Wyze Cam v4 (4K)
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 v4 (4K) vs Elgato Facecam Pro
Which is better, Wyze Cam v4 (4K) or Elgato Facecam Pro? +
Elgato Facecam Pro scores 89 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 9. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Wyze Cam v4 (4K) worth the price? +
At $50, Wyze Cam v4 (4K) delivers a Specdex score of 80 — 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 v4 (4K) 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.