Quick Answer
A Microsoft Teams video conferencing system is the set of devices — camera, microphone, speaker, display, touch controller, content sharing device — that runs Teams meetings in a room. Manufacturers like Poly and Yealink sell Microsoft Teams Certified devices and complete Microsoft Teams Rooms (MTR) kits matched to room size, and certification means the manufacturer has proven the device’s performance for Teams.
Microsoft Teams started as a workplace chat application. Microsoft has since folded more and more features into it, including what used to be Skype for Business (and before that, Microsoft Lync), so it’s now a complete business video conferencing platform — and because Teams is part of the Microsoft 365 suite, it seamlessly integrates with Outlook and the like.
That’s why it’s important to shop for Microsoft Teams Certified video conferencing equipment. But how do you know what to buy?
What Does "Microsoft Teams Certified" Mean?
Microsoft works with manufacturers like Poly and Yealink to ensure that their devices work with Teams and meet a high standard of audio/video performance.
Proven performance: to achieve certification, the manufacturers must prove their devices’ performance. So when you buy a Microsoft Teams Certified device, you’re getting a professional-grade device with native integration and a full feature set.
What Devices Make Up a Teams Video Conferencing System?
“Video conferencing system” can mean two things: the platform itself (in this case, Microsoft Teams) or all the devices working together. We’re talking about the second one here — the devices, not the platform.
There are many devices you might find in a video conferencing system, including:
- Camera
- Microphone
- Speaker
- Display
- Touch Controller
- Content Sharing Device
Devices often combine functions. You might use multiple of the same device, like two cameras or expansion microphones — and often a single device combines several functions. Video conferencing bars like Poly Studio X50 combine a camera, microphone, and speaker in one device, which is why Microsoft Teams video conferencing bars are becoming very popular.
What Is a Microsoft Teams Rooms (MTR) Kit?
When shopping for a Teams video conferencing system, you can buy the devices piece by piece, or you can buy a kit that contains all the necessary devices for a particular room size. You might find these bundles called MTR kits or MTR systems — “MTR” stands for Microsoft Teams Rooms.
Manufacturer-built means guaranteed performance: a video conferencing kit for Teams is put together by the manufacturer using only Teams compatible hardware. You might find kits on other websites that are cobbled together by distributors or resellers; we only sell kits directly from the manufacturers.
Example: for a medium-sized room, Yealink MVC640 Wireless contains a 4K Ultra HD PTZ camera, touch controller, two wireless microphones, and a mini-PC with the Teams Rooms app already installed. All you need to bring is the display — it doesn’t get much simpler.
How Do You Choose the Right Size Kit?
We break down room size not so much by square footage, but by how many people are in the room:
- Huddle room: 1 to 5 people
- Small room: 6 to 8 people
- Medium room: 9 to 13 people
- Large room: more than 14 people
Using those numbers as a guide, here’s the simplest way to shop for Microsoft Teams video conferencing equipment:
- Determine how many people are going to be in the room on a video call to figure out what room size you should be looking for.
- Look at the Microsoft Teams kits for that room size.
- If you have existing equipment that is Microsoft Teams Certified, see if you’re missing any key components from one of the kits (or any components that might improve your experience) and get those components individually.
- If you’re starting fresh, get the kit that best fits the room size: you won’t have to worry.
Decision shortcut: if you’re starting from scratch, count the people who’ll be on calls and buy the manufacturer MTR kit for that room size; if you already own certified gear, buy only the missing pieces.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Microsoft Teams and a Teams video conferencing system?
Microsoft Teams is the software platform; the video conferencing system is the collection of devices — camera, microphone, speaker, display, touch controller — that runs Teams meetings in the room.
Why buy Microsoft Teams Certified equipment?
Manufacturers must prove their devices’ performance to earn certification, so certified devices give you professional-grade audio/video, native Teams integration, and a full feature set.
Do I need a full kit or individual devices?
If you’re starting fresh, an MTR kit for your room size includes everything except (in some cases) the display. If you already have certified equipment, compare it against a kit and buy just the missing components.
How do I know my room size?
Count the people: 1–5 is a huddle room, 6–8 small, 9–13 medium, and more than 14 is a large room.
Updated July 2026
