The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Smart Displays, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) with Stand Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) with Stand #3 in Smart Displays
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Amazon Echo Hub 8-Inch Smart Display Amazon Echo Hub 8-Inch Smart Display #34 in Smart Displays
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#34
Screen
5.5-inch HD
8-inch 1024×600 LCD
Smart-Home Hub
None (Wi-Fi only)
Built-in Zigbee, Matter, Thread, Sidewalk
Camera Privacy
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Sound
Adequate dual speakers
2W mono speakers—minimal audio range
Verdict
Best entry-level smart display
The control-panel alternative to portable smart displays.

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