Specifications

Video Resolution: 4K 30 FPS; 1440p 30 FPS; 1080p 60/30/24 FPS; 720p 60/30 FPS
Video Formats: MJPEG up to 4K 30 FPS, 1080p 60 FPS; YUY2 up to 4K 15 FPS, 1080p 60 FPS; NV12 up to 4K 20 FPS, 1080p 60 FPS
Image Sensor: 8.3 MP Sony STARVIS™ Sensor
Field of View: 93° (wide angle, configurable)
Focus Type: Auto / Manual
Focal Length: 3.0 mm (20 mm full‑format equivalent)
HDR Support: Yes (at 30 FPS)
Image Customization: Fine image customization with Razer Synapse software
Mounting Options: Fixed L‑shape mount (¼” thread to mount on tripods)
Built‑in Privacy Shutter: Yes
Connection Type: USB Type C to USB Type C (Supporting USB 3.0)
Cable Length: 2 m / 6.56 ft
Built‑in Microphone Type: Stereo Microphone
Polar Patterns: Omni‑directional
Noise Cancellation: Yes
Audio Codec: 16 bit/48 kHz
Compatibility: Compatible with Open Broadcaster Software and Xsplit
Dimensions (Camera Body): 27 × 27 × 116 mm / 1.06 × 1.06 × 4.6 in
Product Size: 74 × 65.3 × 116 mm / 2.9 × 2.6 × 4.6 in
Weight: 255 g / 0.56 lb

Photos

A front-facing view of a black Razer Kiyo V2 webcam with visible branding and specifications.

A hand holding a Razer Kiyo V2 webcam, showing the front lens and part of the body against a green background.

What reviewers say

Tom’s Hardware reviews the Razer Kiyo V2 as a solid 4K webcam that offers good auto‑exposure, white balance and a built‑in privacy shutter. The review praises its 4K capability at an affordable price and highlights its strong image quality, but notes drawbacks such as its larger size, non‑detachable stand, and the requirement to use the included USB‑C cable for full 4K performance.
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The CGMagazine review praises the Razer Kiyo V2 as a strong value proposition, noting its excellent low‑light performance, high‑quality 4K/30fps video from an 8.3MP Sony STARVIS sensor, and versatile software features via Synapse and included Camo Studio Pro. The reviewer highlights that while the camera can be finicky with fine adjustments, it delivers great image quality for its $149.99 price point and is a solid choice for content creators or general use.
www.cgmagonline.com ↗
The review finds the Razer Kiyo V2 to be a decent but middle‑of‑the‑road webcam that offers sharper and cleaner image quality than its sibling, the Kiyo V2 X, yet suffers from a wide field of view and color issues. It records up to 4K 30 fps or 1080p 60 fps, has a detachable long USB‑C cable, and includes useful software features like Camo Studio Pro integration. Overall, the reviewer does not recommend it as the best option in its price range, citing stronger competition from other webcams.
www.streamtechreviews.com ↗
Tom’s Guide reviews the Razer Kiyo V2 as a well‑designed 4K webcam that offers sharp video and useful AI features, but notes its limited frame rate at 30 fps and occasional autofocus issues. The review highlights the new twistable privacy shutter, multiple mounting options, detachable cable, and lifetime license to Camo Studio Pro as strong points that justify its $149 price.
www.tomsguide.com ↗
The review calls the Razer Kiyo V2 a solid 4K webcam that offers good image quality and a sturdy build at a price lower than many rivals, praising its extensive software customization. It notes that low‑light performance is not as strong as some competitors and autofocus can be slow, but overall it considers the device a very solid choice for its cost.
www.trustedreviews.com ↗
The review describes the Razer Kiyo V2 as a modern, well‑built 4K webcam that offers solid image quality in good lighting and surprisingly effective dual microphones. It praises the elongated design, detachable USB‑C cable, built‑in privacy shutter, and the bundled lifetime Camo Studio Pro license with AI‑supported auto‑framing and background effects. The reviewer notes that the camera’s automatic settings can be suboptimal (e.g., high ISO in bright light) and that low‑light performance is noticeably grainy, with occasional skin tone reddening. Autofocus is described as choppy or over‑reactive for some users, suggesting manual focus for more stability.
basic-tutorials.com ↗

Our take

Based on 6 reviews

All six reviews confirm the Razer Kiyo V2 delivers 4K video quality and includes a built-in privacy shutter. Reviewers also agree on its strong software customization via Synapse and Camo Studio Pro, making it a solid choice for content creators. Based on their tests, we conclude it offers good image quality for its price point, though some note its larger size and non-detachable stand.

Where reviewers split is on low-light performance and autofocus reliability. Tom’s Hardware and CGMagazine praise low-light results, while StreamTechReviews, Tom’s Guide, TrustedReviews, and Basic Tutorials report grainy footage, slow or choppy autofocus, and color issues. This means buyers prioritizing consistent low-light clarity or fast autofocus may want to look elsewhere.