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Smart Home · Smart Displays

Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)

A compact Alexa smart display for bedside or desk use, with visual information, camera viewing, calls, media, and smart-home controls.

Best forAlexa households that want a small screen for clocks, weather, compatible camera feeds, video calls, and simple visual controls.

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The Better Pick Score

80/100A useful compact display for Alexa households that want visual information without a large screen.

80/100

Setup: 9/10
Compatibility: 7/10
Automation & Features: 8/10
Everyday Utility: 8/10
Ongoing Requirements: 8/10

Pros

The 5.5-inch screen adds glanceable weather, timers, lists, and compatible camera feeds without taking over a counter or nightstand.
A two-megapixel camera enables video calls and monitoring while the physical shutter supplies visible privacy control.
Alexa routines, voice control, and visual smart-home access make it more capable than a screenless compact speaker.

Cons

The compact screen is less comfortable for extended video viewing than larger Echo Show models.
Amazon can display suggested or sponsored content on Echo Show home screens.

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Key features

Third-generation Echo Show 5; model H97N6S
5.5-inch touchscreen
Two-megapixel front camera with built-in shutter
Dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth audio support
Alexa voice control and compatible smart-home camera viewing

Fact sources

Amazon Echo Show buying guide Echo Show 5 setup and hardware guide

Editorial guidance

Why we like it

The 5.5-inch footprint adds glanceable information and camera access without demanding the counter or shelf space of a larger smart display.

Who should choose it

An Alexa user who wants visual information or camera access in a bedroom, office, or other space where a larger display would feel intrusive.

How it compares

Choose it over an Echo Dot when a screen and camera matter; choose an Echo Show 8 or larger for more comfortable video, recipes, and room-filling media.

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