# Do I really need a 1080p webcam?

> If you own a laptop or desktop, chances are that you already have a 720p webcam. It's the de facto industry standard: the baseline for both laptop-integrated and standalone USB webcams. But is it enough?

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/computing/webcams/do-i-really-need-a-1080p-webcam?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=687007408e899905ab652f93)
- **Published:** 2025-07-10
- **Category:** Computers & IT
- **Tags:** #laptops #webcam #already #baseline #both #chances #cheapest #desktop
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