There are smart security cameras, and then there’s the new TP-Link Tapo C665G. I just checked out the latest home security solution from TP-Link at Mobile World Congress, Europe’s largest tech show, and it pretty much has every peace-of-mind feature I could dream of… and then some.
Offered in two variations, one with a bundled solar panel and one without, this weatherproof security camera can pan, tilt, track subjects, and much more. Here’s everything you need to know about the new TP-Link Tapo C665G smart security camera.
TP-Link Tapo C665G: Price and availability
There’s no word yet on what the new TP-Link Tapo C665G will cost. However, based on the price of prior solar-powered, outdoor camera bundles from the brand, I would expect it to be on the affordable side (under $200), though you’ll need to shell out a little more for cloud storage (~$35 a year) or rely on a MicroSD for storage. TP-Link reps say the camera should begin shipping in the next few months.
TP-Link Tapo C665G: Key features
While nearly all modern security cameras allow you to check the feed via WiFi, the C665G also supports 4G connectivity. Simply pop in a 4G SIM card (not included) and unlock peace of mind that you’ll be able to check in on your home turf, even when the WiFi is out.
Video quality is 4K, which should provide more than enough detail for most users. The camera also offers a black-and-white night mode, as well as built-in flood lights for enhanced nighttime viewing.
Capture is continuous 24 hours a day and seven days a week. To save battery, the camera records at 1 fps unless a subject is detected, at which point the frame rate jumps to a standard 30 fps capture.
Speaking of subject recognition, the TP-Link Tapo C665G handles all of its AI-powered processing within the device itself, rather than sending it to the cloud. This ensures maximum privacy for your footage.
According to TP-Link, the subject recognition algorithm is smart enough to discern between people, pets, vehicles, and more. It’s also tuned to avoid false motion alarms, like tree branches swaying in the wind.
Battery life is good for up to half a year (assuming ten motion activations a day), but for those wanting to ‘set it and forget it,’ the solar panel bundle is probably the move. Once hooked up, the TP-Link Tapo C665G needs just 45 minutes of sunlight a day for 24 hours of recording power.
While this might be an issue during the winter months in Seattle, Washington, where I live, and the sun doesn’t shine for weeks upon weeks, I imagine that in most other outdoor locations, it’ll be able to garner enough UV to keep on humming all year long.
Meanwhile, an IP65 rating ensures ample protection from the elements, while pan, tilting, and zooming functionality all add to the security camera’s versatility.
Lightweight and mountable with two standard screws, the new TP-Link Tapo C665G is ultimately nothing short of a no-brainer, feature-wise, when it comes to an outdoor smart camera security solution.
TP-Link Tapo C665G: Outlook
TP-Link has been churning out high-performance, well-priced outdoor (and indoor) security cameras for a long time now — the TP-Link Tapo C246D is our current pick for the best outdoor dual camera solution in 2026 — and the TP-Link Tapo C665G is a welcome addition to the brand’s portfolio.
Stay tuned for a full review of the TP-Link Tapo C665G outdoor smart security camera bundle as soon as samples become available. In the meantime, what do you think? Is this a product you’d buy to protect your home, office, or business? Let me know in the comments below.
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