Dericam 1080p Webcam Review: What to Know About the Built-In Microphone

The short answer

This review is about the Dericam 1080p webcam's built-in microphone, and about whether you should pair the camera with a separate microphone. No independently tested audio measurements for this model were available when this piece was written. Any claims about its microphone come from manufacturer or retailer descriptions, not from verified testing. Treat the built-in mic as a convenience feature to confirm before you buy, not as a known-good voice source.

If clear voice capture matters for streaming, recording or frequent calls, plan to use a separate USB or headset microphone alongside the webcam, whatever the listing says. If you only need casual video calls, the built-in mic may be enough, but check the points below first.

What has and has not been verified

• Microphone presence: Dericam sells more than one 1080p webcam variant, and listings do not always state clearly whether a given unit includes a microphone. Confirm this on the specific product page or packaging before buying.
• Microphone type and count: Some listings describe a single mic, others describe dual or noise-reducing mics. No independent confirmation was available for any Dericam 1080p variant.
• Connection: Webcams in this class usually carry video and microphone audio over one USB cable. Confirm the connector type (USB-A or USB-C) for the unit you are considering.
• Software compatibility: Plug-and-play (UVC/UAC) support is commonly advertised for budget 1080p webcams. Compatibility with your operating system and call or streaming apps for this specific model was not independently verified.
• Price and availability: No dated pricing source was available, so this review makes no price claims. Check current listings in your own market.

Microphone capture vs speaker playback vs app processing

A webcam microphone only captures your voice. It plays no part in what you hear, which comes from your computer's speakers or headphones. If other people say you sound distant, echoey or muffled, the cause is either the capture side (the webcam mic and your room) or the processing your call app applies. Your speakers are not the problem.

Call and streaming apps often add their own noise suppression, echo cancellation and automatic gain. These can make a basic webcam mic sound acceptable in a meeting, but they can also add artifacts such as clipped words or a pumping background. A mic that sounds fine on a video call may sound noticeably worse in a raw recording or a stream where that processing is off or different.

How to judge the built-in mic yourself

• In your operating system's sound settings, check that the Dericam microphone appears as an input device once connected.
• Select it as the input in the app you actually use, since many apps default to a laptop or headset mic instead.
• Record a short clip with app noise suppression off, then again with it on, so you hear both the mic and the processing.
• Speak at your normal distance from the monitor. Webcam mics sit farther from your mouth than headset or desk mics, which picks up more room echo and background noise.
• If you return the unit, check the retailer's return window before testing.

When to add a separate microphone

Use case | Built-in webcam mic | Separate mic recommended

Occasional video calls in a quiet room | Likely adequate, but confirm the mic is present | Optional

Daily meetings or open-plan spaces | Usable with app noise suppression | Headset or close-range USB mic

Streaming or content recording | Not recommended without testing | USB or XLR mic placed close to the speaker

Podcasts or voiceover | Not suitable as a primary source | Dedicated microphone

Using a separate mic does not stop the webcam from working as a camera. In your app, choose the Dericam as the video source and the separate mic as the audio input. Keeping the two settings apart avoids the common mistake of capturing audio from the wrong device.

Verdict and gaps

For buyers who care about voice quality, the Dericam 1080p webcam is best treated as a video purchase. Its built-in microphone is unverified and should be tested before you rely on it. This review could not confirm microphone presence on every variant, the mic type, measured audio performance, compatibility across operating systems and apps, or current pricing. Check those details on the specific listing, and budget for a separate microphone if your use goes beyond casual calls.