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 Show 8 (2nd Gen, 2021) Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen, 2021) #23 in Smart Displays
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#23
Screen
5.5-inch HD
8-inch HD
Smart-Home Hub
None (Wi-Fi only)
Zigbee only
Camera Privacy
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Physical shutter + mic-off
Sound
Adequate dual speakers
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Verdict
Best entry-level smart display
The balanced Alexa smart display for most homes

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