The Logitech MX Brio is Logitech's premium 4K webcam, released on March 6, 2024 at a $199.99 list price as the long-awaited successor to the 2017 Brio 4K. It pairs an 8.5MP Sony STARVIS sensor with a large glass lens, a twist-to-close privacy shutter, dual beamforming microphones and a magnetic monitor mount. We have not tested it ourselves. Instead, we read five published reviews (Tom's Hardware, Windows Central, TechRadar, PCWorld and AppleInsider) plus the Amazon listing and pulled out the points that keep coming up — good and bad.
The short version: reviewers agree it makes you look bright, evenly lit and professional on calls straight out of the box, and that it is well built. They split on how detailed its 4K image really is, the built-in mics get mixed marks, and almost everyone notes two omissions — no Windows Hello face login (which the older Brio 4K had) and thin software features compared with similarly priced rivals.
Why reviewers keep recommending it
Windows Central called the MX Brio "the new benchmark" for premium webcams and singled out its low-light performance, crediting Logitech's claim of 70% larger pixels than the Brio 4K for noticeably better detail in dim rooms, along with fast autofocus and reliable exposure and white balance. TechRadar's reviewer used it for months as a daily business camera, praising its image quality, build and the fact that the mount fits a laptop lid, monitor, tripod or arm. PCWorld described its images as "startlingly good" in decent light, with accurate skin tones, and AppleInsider found it sharper, brighter and better in low light than a MacBook Pro's built-in camera, rating it 4 out of 5.
The hardware itself earns near-universal praise. Reviewers liked the twist-ring privacy shutter (Tom's Hardware said all webcams should have one like it), the solid aluminum-feeling body, and the magnetic mount, which hides a standard 1/4-inch tripod thread so you can move the camera onto a stand for recording. "Show Mode" flips the image when you tilt the camera down toward your desk so you can show documents or sketches during a call.
What reviewers liked
- Bright, balanced auto-exposure and white balance out of the box (Tom's Hardware, Windows Central)
- Strong low-light improvement over the Brio 4K (Windows Central, AppleInsider)
- Sturdy, premium build and a satisfying twist privacy shutter (TechRadar, Tom's Hardware)
- Magnetic mount with a hidden tripod thread; flexible placement (AppleInsider, PCWorld)
- 4K/30fps and 1080p/60fps, three field-of-view options (90°, 78°, 65°)
What reviewers flagged
- No Windows Hello face login, unlike the older Brio 4K (Tom's Hardware, Windows Central, PCWorld)
- Image looks flatter and less detailed than some rival 4K webcams (Tom's Hardware)
- Mixed mic reviews — "hollow" and weak at filtering keyboard noise per Windows Central and PCWorld
- Few software extras: no background blur or consumer auto-framing (Windows Central)
- Confusing app situation; G Hub could not switch resolution (PCWorld, AppleInsider)
What reviewers liked
Image quality in normal home-office light. This is the consistent strength. Tom's Hardware found the MX Brio produced a "bright, evenly-lit image" with accurate colors in a well-lit setup and concluded that, if you are not setting up studio lighting, it will make you look solid and well-lit straight out of the box. PCWorld was impressed by how it handled afternoon side lighting, and Windows Central said it holds up well across "a wide variety of lighting conditions."
Low light (with a caveat). Windows Central saw "huge gains" over the Brio 4K in dark rooms, and AppleInsider said the image stayed bright and natural in fairly dark situations. Tom's Hardware was less enthusiastic — it rated low-light performance "about average," lighting the face well but leaving the background dark — so treat this as an improvement over older Logitech cameras rather than class-leading.
Build, privacy and mounting. Every review we read liked the physical design. The shutter closes with a twist of the lens ring, the camera clips to its mount magnetically and rotates freely, and the mount has a micro-suction pad to keep a relatively heavy camera (137 g per Tom's Hardware) steady on thin laptop lids.
What reviewers flagged
"4K" doesn't mean the sharpest 4K. Tom's Hardware's headline verdict is that the MX Brio is "a good 4K webcam for a target audience that doesn't really need a 4K webcam." Its testing found Logitech's processing smooths out fine detail, making the picture look a little flat next to the Insta360 Link or Razer Kiyo Pro Ultra, and it did not recommend it for content creators. It also points out that most video-call services cap output at 1080p anyway.
Microphones: genuinely mixed. Tom's Hardware rated them good for a webcam, and AppleInsider found them clear and strong. Windows Central called the quality "aggressively average," hollow and tinny, with noise reduction that did little against keyboard typing; PCWorld said background music remained clearly audible. TechRadar landed in between — "okay, but not amazing." If audio matters, plan on a headset or a dedicated USB mic.
Software and missing features. The camera works with Logi Options+, G Hub or Logi Tune. Windows Central found the feature set thin — manual image controls and basic framing, but no background blur, filters or auto-framing (that is reserved for the business Brio 705). PCWorld was frustrated that G Hub did not let it change resolution and that the app asked for an account; AppleInsider called the Mac app the "only weak part of the device." PCWorld also noted that closing the shutter does not mute the microphones — the indicator light turns yellow when the mic is live.
No Windows Hello. Because there is no IR sensor, the MX Brio cannot log you into Windows with your face, a feature the older Brio 4K offered. For some Windows users this alone is a reason to look elsewhere.
What you should know before buying
The MX Brio connects with a detachable USB-C to USB-C cable of roughly five feet, and Tom's Hardware notes it needs a USB 3.0-capable port (a USB-C to USB-A cable or adapter works if it is plugged into a USB 3.0 port). It is certified for Microsoft Teams, Zoom and Google Meet. AppleInsider noticed a faint blue tint under some office lighting until it adjusted settings in the app, so expect to spend a few minutes tuning white balance. If you already run Logitech MX gear — for example the Logitech MX Master 3S mouse — the camera shows up in the same Options+ app, which is convenient but not essential.
Price-wise, Logitech's list price is $199.99, and reviewers frequently saw it discounted. Prices change often, so check the current figure before buying.
What owners say on Amazon
On the Amazon listing we checked (Graphite, ASIN B0BFJ4CRKD), the MX Brio held a 4.4 out of 5 rating from about 1,482 ratings and carried an "Amazon's Choice" badge (checked October 8, 2026). That owner score lines up with the professional consensus: broadly satisfied buyers, with a minority of lower ratings — which we have not analyzed individually, so we cannot say what drives them.
Who should buy it, and who should look elsewhere
Good fit: remote workers and managers who spend hours on video calls and want to look clean and well-lit without buying lights or fiddling with settings; people working in dim or mixed-light rooms; anyone who values a physical privacy shutter and a sturdy, tripod-ready camera.
Look elsewhere if: you want Windows Hello face login (the older Brio 4K or another IR-equipped camera); you are a streamer or creator chasing maximum detail and a more cinematic look (Tom's Hardware pointed to the Razer Kiyo Pro Ultra and Insta360 Link); you want built-in AI framing, background effects or gimbal tracking; or you only need a 1080p call camera, where cheaper options such as Logitech's own Brio 500 are often good enough.
FAQ
Does the Logitech MX Brio support Windows Hello?
No. Tom's Hardware, Windows Central and PCWorld all note it lacks the IR sensor needed for Windows Hello, which the older Brio 4K had.
Can it record 4K at 60fps?
No. It records 4K at up to 30fps; 60fps is available at 1080p.
Can I mount it on a tripod?
Yes. The magnetic monitor mount detaches, and there is a standard 1/4-inch tripod thread underneath, as Tom's Hardware, AppleInsider and PCWorld (in a correction) confirm.
Are the built-in mics good enough for meetings?
They will work in a pinch, but reviews disagree on quality. Most reviewers suggested a headset or dedicated microphone if you care about how you sound.
Our take, based on the roundup
Across the reviews we read, the MX Brio is a dependable, well-built premium webcam whose real strength is making ordinary home offices look good on calls with zero effort. It is not the sharpest 4K camera you can buy, its mics are only average-to-good, its software is basic, and Windows users lose face login compared with the Brio 4K. For video-call-heavy professionals who want a "set it and forget it" upgrade, it is an easy recommendation — especially when discounted below its $199.99 list price. Creators and feature-seekers should compare alternatives first. The 8.2 aggregate score is our own synthesis of the sources below, not a lab measurement.
Sources
- Tom's Hardware — Logitech MX Brio Review: 4K, but not for content creators, Sarah Jacobsson Purewal (March 30, 2024)
- Windows Central — Logitech MX Brio review, Zachary Boddy (March 6, 2024)
- TechRadar Pro — Logitech MX Brio webcam review, Collin Probst (July 1, 2024)
- PCWorld — Logitech MX Brio webcam review: Great video, with some flaws, Mark Hachman (April 11, 2024)
- AppleInsider — Logitech MX Brio review: excellent all-round 4K webcam, William Gallagher (March 6, 2024)
- Amazon listing — Logitech MX Brio (Graphite), about 1,482 ratings, 4.4/5 (checked October 8, 2026)