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AVerMedia PW313 vs OBSBOT Tiny SE: Comparison

What is the difference between AVerMedia PW313 and OBSBOT Tiny SE?

Frame rate is where these two genuinely part company, AVerMedia PW313 60 fps against OBSBOT Tiny SE 30 fps, a 50% lead for AVerMedia PW313. Add field of view to that, 90 deg on the AVerMedia PW313 versus 65 deg on the OBSBOT Tiny SE, and the pattern holds. Resolution is not the same on both, 1080p60 on the AVerMedia PW313 versus 1080p30 on the OBSBOT Tiny SE. There is a split on autofocus type as well, Autofocus on the AVerMedia PW313 versus AI Gimbal Auto-Tracking on the OBSBOT Tiny SE. There is a split on primary use case as well, Streaming, Video Calls on the AVerMedia PW313 versus Content Creation on the OBSBOT Tiny SE.

Who each one is for

The AVerMedia PW313 is the one to take for streamers wanting smooth 60fps motion and budget-conscious content creators, though it is not built for anyone requiring 4K resolution and users wanting a built-in privacy shutter. Buy the OBSBOT Tiny SE for solo streamers wanting auto-tracking on a budget and home office users who move around a lot, though it is the wrong buy for anyone requiring 4K resolution and group video calls needing a wide FOV. Our rating of the AVerMedia PW313 (6/10): A solid mid-budget streaming webcam whose 60fps mode outclasses pricier 30fps-only rivals. Our rating of the OBSBOT Tiny SE (6/10): an approachable entry point into gimbal-tracking webcams for creators not ready to pay flagship prices.

What AVerMedia PW313 and OBSBOT Tiny SE have in common

Where they agree, they agree completely, built-in microphone and privacy shutter included, so the decision does not turn on any of those.

AVerMedia PW313 (1080p60/Autofocus/90° FOV/Built-In Microphone/Streaming and Video Calls)
AVerMedia
AVerMedia PW313
OBSBOT Tiny SE (1080p30/AI Auto-Tracking/Mechanical Gimbal/Gesture Control/Budget Content Creation)
OBSBOT
OBSBOT Tiny SE

Specs and benchmarks

  • Resolution

    AVerMedia PW313
    1080p60
    OBSBOT Tiny SE
    1080p30

  • Brand

    AVerMedia PW313
    AVerMedia
    OBSBOT Tiny SE
    OBSBOT

  • Model Number

    AVerMedia PW313
    PW313
    OBSBOT Tiny SE
    Tiny SE

  • Frame Rate

    AVerMedia PW313
    60 fpsBest
    OBSBOT Tiny SE
    30 fps-50%

  • Autofocus Type

    AVerMedia PW313
    Autofocus
    OBSBOT Tiny SE
    AI Gimbal Auto-Tracking

  • Field of View

    AVerMedia PW313
    90 degBest
    OBSBOT Tiny SE
    65 deg-28%

  • Primary Use Case

    AVerMedia PW313
    Streaming, Video Calls
    OBSBOT Tiny SE
    Content Creation

  • Built-in Microphone

    AVerMedia PW313
    Yes
    OBSBOT Tiny SE
    Yes

  • Privacy Shutter

    AVerMedia PW313
    No
    OBSBOT Tiny SE
    No

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose AVerMedia PW313 if you want the higher frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps) and the higher field of view (90 deg vs 65 deg).

    Choose OBSBOT Tiny SE if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Price comparison

    RetailerAVerMedia PW313OBSBOT Tiny SE
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    Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.

    Verdict

    AVerMedia PW313

    6 / 10 Expert Rating

    A solid mid-budget streaming webcam whose 60fps mode outclasses pricier 30fps-only rivals.

    OBSBOT Tiny SE

    6 / 10 Expert Rating

    An approachable entry point into gimbal-tracking webcams for creators not ready to pay flagship prices.

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