HP 320 FHD Webcam (53X26AA): problems, parts and running costs
Checked: 2026-11-04
Summary
The HP 320 FHD Webcam is a basic fixed-focus 1080p/30 fps USB-A webcam with a 66-degree field of view, single microphone and 1.5 m cable. It sells for about $29 and is praised for easy setup and low price, but the microphone is weak and the image quality is poor in dim light. There are no replaceable parts or consumables, and no subscription cost.
Common problems and fixes
- Poor microphone quality — owners describe the built-in microphone as weak, not sensitive, or working only when close up; some users report no microphone at all [3][4][5]. [1]
- Fixed focus — the camera does not refocus when you lean in, which can make distant objects look blurry [1]. [1]
- No infrared sensor — the device does not support Windows Hello face login because it has no IR sensor [3]. [1]
Parts and consumables
- No replaceable parts or consumables reported — the webcam is a sealed USB device with no user-serviceable parts. [1]
Yearly running cost
Not enough data. No software subscription is required, and power is drawn from the USB port. No consumables need replacing. [1]
When it is a good buy
- At or below about $25: reasonable for a no-frills fixed-focus 1080p webcam if the buyer already has a headset microphone. [1]
- $26-35: acceptable; the 2-year limited warranty and HP branding are the main differentiators. [1]
- Above about $40: weak value, because the same fixed-focus 1080p/30 fps class is widely sold for less and owner reports show weak mic and low-light performance. [1]