HP 325 FHD Webcam for business
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- 5 MP total camera megapixels
- 1080p Full HD video resolution
- 66° diagonal field of view
- Single microphone
- USB Type-A connection
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Summary
A wired USB Type-A business webcam with 1080p video, a 66° field of view and a built-in microphone, designed for plug-and-play use with Zoom, Teams and Google Meet. Check your USB port clearance before buying: the plug fits very tightly and may damage ports if forced.
Strengths
- Good picture and resolution for video calls according to owner reports.
- Integrated microphone works well for business calls.
- Easy plug-and-play setup with common video conferencing apps.
- Compact body with flexible mounting options.
- Privacy cap and swivel/tilt adjustments included.
- Low street price makes it accessible for basic needs.
Weaknesses
- Mounting bracket is loose and cannot be tightened; replacement units have the same issue.
- USB Type-A plug fits very tightly and can damage ports if forced.
- Instruction booklet is very small and hard to read.
- Not compatible with Windows Hello (requires HP 620 model).
- Fixed focus means no close-up capability beyond the preset range.
- No tripod included; sold separately.
Verified specifications
| Camera | 5 MP sensor, 1080p (1920 × 1080) video. |
|---|---|
| Focus | fixed focus. |
| Field of view | 66° diagonal. |
| Audio | single integrated microphone. |
| Connection | USB Type-A, 59 in cable. |
| Mount | 15° tilt, 360° swivel, clip with tripod thread. |
| Features | attachable privacy cap, auto image and light correction. |
| Compatibility | Windows 11, Windows 10, macOS, Chrome OS, Works With Chromebook. |
| Apps | Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Meet, OBS, XSplit, YouTube. |
| Dimensions | 2.83 × 2.11 × 2.09 in (72 × 53.6 × 53.2 mm). |
| Weight | 0.24 lb. |
| Warranty | one year limited. |
Full research notes and sources
Image quality and features
The HP 325 records 1080p video through a 5 MP sensor, with auto image and light correction that adjusts to lighting conditions. The 66° diagonal field of view captures a typical desk view without distortion. The fixed-focus design means the camera is preset to a mid-range distance; users cannot manually adjust focus for closer or farther subjects.
The privacy cap clips onto the lens when the camera is not in use, providing a physical cover rather than a built-in shutter. Owners praise the picture quality as good for routine calls, though one owner expected clearer results and attributed this to their own settings.
Audio and connectivity
The single integrated microphone handles voice calls adequately, though it is not noise-reducing like the step-up HP 625 model. The camera works with Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Meet, OBS, XSplit and YouTube out of the box, with no drivers required on Windows 11, Windows 10, macOS or Chrome OS.
HP advises plugging the camera directly into the PC rather than through a hub, as hubs may not provide sufficient power for USB-A devices that draw power from the computer. The 59-inch cable provides flexibility for positioning, and the 360° swivel with 15° tilt allows adjustment to different monitor setups.
Physical design and mounting
The webcam body measures 2.83 × 2.11 × 2.09 inches and weighs 0.24 pounds, making it compact and lightweight. It comes with a clip that attaches to monitors and a threaded hole for tripod mounting (tripod sold separately). The mounting bracket has been a recurring complaint among owners, with multiple reports that it is loose and cannot be tightened, even with replacement units from HP.
Reliability and warranty
HP provides a one-year limited warranty and a 30-day return window for most items, with possible restocking fees in limited situations. No service manual or spare parts information is available, and the privacy cap appears to be the only user-replaceable part. One owner reported that the webcam disabled their laptop’s built-in camera, but this was a single incident and not a widespread issue.
HP’s store lists the model at $0.00, which appears to be a placeholder rather than an actual price. The clearest US street price found was $49.00 at CDW against an advertised price of $54.00. Around $49-60, the HP name, one-year warranty, privacy cap and Chromebook certification make it reasonable value for routine business calls.
Above roughly $100, the value argument weakens since the camera is fixed-focus with a single microphone and no Windows Hello support.
Which model this is
This page covers the HP 325 FHD Webcam for business, product number 53X27AA, which HP states is identical to the HP 320 (53X26AA). It should not be confused with the HP 435, HP 620 or HP 625 models, which have different features.
Sources
Manufacturer:
- HP 325 FHD Webcam for business — HP Store product page
- HP 325 FHD Webcam - 53X27AA — CDW
- HP 325 FHD Webcam — RM Technology Store
- HP 325 FHD Webcam - Setup and User Guides | HP Support (model 2101129523)
Independent reviews:
- No independent instrumented test found for this exact model.
Owner reports:
