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 8 (Newest Model) Amazon Echo Show 8 (Newest Model) #2 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
#2
#23
Screen
8.7-inch 1280×800 HD
8-inch HD
Smart-Home Hub
Zigbee + Matter built-in
Zigbee only
Camera Privacy
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Physical shutter + mic-off
Sound
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Verdict
Best mainstream Alexa smart display
The balanced Alexa smart display for most homes

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