Verdict
The Razer Kiyo V2 is a great 4K webcam that undercuts its rivals in cost, while maintaining good image quality, a sturdy build and some of the best software you’ll find. Granted, its low-light performance isn’t as good as rivals’, and the autofocus is a little slow, but for the price, it’s a very solid choice.
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Decently detailed output
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Extensive software customisation
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Sleek looks
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Rivals have faster autofocus
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Low light performance isn’t too great
Key Features
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High-quality recording
Capable of recording at 4K/30fps (as well as 1080p/60fps).
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8.3MP Sony STARVIS Sensor
There is also a large Sony Starvis sensor on-board that’s similar to key rivals.
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Works with Razer Synapse & Camo Studio
This webcam works with Razer Synapse and Camo Studio for extensive customisation and configuration.
Introduction
The Razer Kiyo V2 joins the brand’s lineup as a redesigned, 4K-capable webcam without the same hefty price tag as a lot of its rivals.
It comes with a redesigned chassis, up to 4K/30fps recording with its Sony Starvis sensor, integrated privacy shutter and some of the most complete software you’ll find on a webcam to date.
For the £149.99/$149.99 price tag, that isn’t too bad, especially as you can pay a lot more for 4K-capable webcams with the likes of the HP 960 4K Streaming Webcam, the Logitech MX Brio and Razer’s own Kiyo Pro Ultra, topping the £200/$200 mark. The £129/$129 Obsbot Meet 2 seems a more appropriate competitor.
To see if the Kiyo V2 can top the charts as one of the best webcams we’ve tested, I’ve been putting it through its paces for the last couple of weeks.
Design and features
- Much larger than its predecessor
- Sturdy build quality
- Extensive software customisation with Camo Studio integration
Against the original Kiyo, the Kiyo V2’s chassis has been redesigned, being much longer and larger. The general form factor here is remarkably similar to Logitech’s MX Brio, with a near-identical rectangular frame and a large lens in the middle.
The webcam is available in black, white, and even pink, as is customary with lots of other Razer hardware, making it easy to integrate into your setup if you’ve got a more serious or a cutesier aesthetic.
The Kiyo V2 features an integrated mount on the bottom that folds out to clip to the back of monitors, where it’s most at home. Affixing it to my 16-inch MacBook Pro proved to be a bit of a challenge, so you’re best to stick to desktop use – my Philips Evnia 32M2N8900 worked absolutely fine. There is also a standard tripod thread on the bottom of the stand if you’d prefer to use the webcam that way.
This Razer webcam also comes with some other thoughtful touches, including an integrated privacy shutter, which can be closed with a twist of the lens. Some options, even at this higher end, don’t come with this, so it’s very handy to have.
The Kiyo V2 works plug-and-play with its hefty USB-C cable, although you have a couple of options in terms of software to get the most out of it. Razer Synapse is the default choice which allows for more basic customisation such as enabling auto focus and auto exposure modes, a low light mode and more besides. For the bare minimum configuration, it’s okay.
However, Razer has partnered with one of the more popular third-party software solutions in Camo Studio with a lifetime key that’s accessible when you open Synapse. This unlocks a lot more in the way of functionality, adding things such as proper 4K/30fps output, AI auto-framing, automatic face tracking, backgrounds and privacy filters and even more. It’s easy to use and takes the Kiyo V2 above more expensive rivals in terms of the feature set.
Performance and video quality
- Decent detail and resolution
- Low light performance a little disappointing
- Surprisingly capable microphones
Razer has opted to use a large 8.3MP Sony Starvis sensor for the Kiyo V2, continuing the comparisons to Logitech’s MX Brio, which provides a similar sensor for 4K/30fps and 1080p/60fps output. Weirdly, the more affordable Kiyo V2 X can also do 1400p/60fps, while this top-end model is limited to 30fps at the same mid-range resolution.
In terms of general image quality, I was quite impressed with this Razer webcam, with it able to portray the decently-lit scene I was in with good accuracy and detail. There are strong colours and contrast to boot, although I felt the auto exposure tended to blow out my lighter skin tone.
The autofocus is a little slow, but still works fine for general webcam use, and I found the auto-framing and tracking enabled in Camo Studio to track me pretty smoothly – if that’s very important to you, you may want to consider a webcam with an integrated gimbal such as the Insta360 Link 2.
The super-wide 93 degrees FOV makes this an ideal webcam for presentations or reviewing content where you’re likely to be holding things up to the camera, or if you simply want to show off the background around you. It also allows more flexibility for the auto-framing to get in as tight as you want it to.
Where I found the Kiyo V2 to be quite underwhelming is with its low-light performance. Images can be quite grainy, even when we’re at the full 4K/30fps output, and it tends to redden my face a smidgen too much against other webcams I’ve tested.
The microphones here are surprisingly capable, too, with stronger depth and clarity in my voice than other webcams out there. Nonetheless, I still think that given the high cost of these webcams, you may be better off diverting some of your budget towards a standalone mic for much stronger vocals at the potential expense of slightly worse visual quality.
Should you buy it?
The Kiyo V2 impresses with very versatile software, especially with the Camo Studio integration that unlocks a lot of functionality.
You want the best image quality:
Spending more will get you stronger image quality or even more in the way of features, such as a gimbal, as opposed to the Kiyo V2.
Final Thoughts
The Razer Kiyo V2 is a great 4K webcam that undercuts its rivals in cost, while maintaining good image quality, a sturdy build and some of the best software you’ll find. Granted, its low-light performance isn’t as good as rivals’, and the autofocus is a little slow, but for the price, it’s a very solid choice.
There aren’t many 4K webcams that can hit this price point from big brands, with the closest being the Obsbot Meet 2 that has its own foibles, such as lacking HDR performance and a separate privacy filter; its autofocus is faster than Razer’s choice, and it’s smaller, too.
Then you come to the likes of the Logitech MX Brio and HP 960 4K Streaming Webcam, which are pricier, but I think have better image quality in good light than the Kiyo V2. Whether it’s worth spending upwards of £70-£100 (and the same in $) on is a different matter, and it’s here where the Kiyo V2 fits in. For the price, it’s a capable 4K webcam for streamers and content creators, and it impresses with some very versatile software. For more options, check out our list of the best webcams we’ve tested.
How We Test
We use every webcam we test as our main device for video conferencing throughout the review period, while also running its proprietary software through its paces.
We also check the device’s compatibility with more widely available software for professionals and content creators.
- Tested over a period of seven days
- Checked the capture quality with real-world testing
- Tested all available software and features
FAQs
Yes, the Razer Kiyo V2 works with both Razer Synapse and Camo Studio.
Test Data
Full Specs
| Razer Kiyo V2 Review | |
|---|---|
| UK RRP | £149.99 |
| USA RRP | $149.99 |
| Manufacturer | Razer |
| Video Recording | Yes |
| IP rating | Not Disclosed |
| Size (Dimensions) | 116 x 65.3 x 74 MM |
| Weight | 255 G |
| Release Date | 2025 |
| First Reviewed Date | 17/03/2026 |
| Sensor Type | 8.3MP Sony Starvis sensor |
| Zoom | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
