Amazon Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen) with Alexa (Deep Sea Blue)
B08KJNH6P1
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Product Overview
Key Features
- Smart display speaker with built-in Alexa voice assistant
- 5.5 inch touchscreen display and Bluetooth connectivity
- Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, full range 1.65 Inch built-in speaker
- Smart home control with hands free video calls
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Amazon
- Model Number:
- B08KJNH6P1
- Voice Assistant:
- Yes
- Screen Size (Inches):
- 5.5
Smart Features
- Works with Amazon Alexa:
- Yes
Connections
- Bluetooth:
- Yes
Screen Technology
- Display:
- Touchscreen
Audio
- Audio:
- Full Range 1.65” Built-in Speaker
General Information
- Type:
- Smart Display
- Family:
- Echo Show
- Colour:
- Blue
- Supplier Colour:
- Deep Sea Blue
- System Requirements:
- Wi-Fi Required
- Additional Features:
- MediaTek MT 8163 Processor, Amazon Alexa Enabled, Smart Home Features, Hands Free Video Calls, Prime Video, Netflix, Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify Compatible, Photo Gallery, In-built Privacy Features
- What's In The Box:
- Echo Show 5, Power Adapter (30W) Cable (149 cm), Power Cable (White), Quick Start Guide
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Smart Features
- Works with Amazon Alexa:
- Yes
Screen Technology
- Display:
- Touchscreen
General Information
- Type:
- Smart Display
- Family:
- Echo Show
- Colour:
- Blue
- Supplier Colour:
- Deep Sea Blue
- System Requirements:
- Wi-Fi Required
- Additional Features:
- MediaTek MT 8163 Processor, Amazon Alexa Enabled, Smart Home Features, Hands Free Video Calls, Prime Video, Netflix, Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify Compatible, Photo Gallery, In-built Privacy Features
- What's In The Box:
- Echo Show 5, Power Adapter (30W) Cable (149 cm), Power Cable (White), Quick Start Guide
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 86
- Product Width (mm):
- 148
- Product Depth (mm):
- 73
- Product Weight (g):
- 403
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 147
- Box Width (mm):
- 153
- Box Depth (mm):
- 82
- Box Weight (kg):
- 1
Product Reviews of Amazon Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen) with Alexa (Deep Sea Blue)
Overall Rating Snapshot
1 out of 5 stars from 1 review
Alexa
Alexa is not helpful in answering questions she's pretty dumb better off with Google
Tan
Confirmed purchase 3 January 2023
Published on 4 April 2023
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At a glance
The Amazon Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen) is a compact smart speaker with a built-in display, ideal for people who want Alexa voice help, casual music, alarms, video calling and simple smart home control in smaller rooms. It is especially good on a bedside table or kitchen bench. Its main limitation is that audio power and screen size are modest compared with larger premium smart displays.
What it’s great for
- Voice Assistance
- Bedside Use
- Kitchen Help
- Casual Music Listening
- Smart Home Control
- Video Calling
- Daily Routines
Where it works best
- Bedroom
- Kitchen
- Apartment
- Small Living Room
- Home Office
Who it’s for
- Everyday Household
- Smart Home Beginner
- Apartment Dweller
- Busy Parent
- Alexa User
Things to consider
Best for smaller spaces and everyday tasks; buyers wanting room-filling sound or a larger display for media should look at bigger smart displays or dedicated speakers.
Smart home ecosystem compatibility
Strong with Alexa-compatible devices, especially Amazon-led smart home setups and common third-party Alexa integrations
Voice assistant performance score
8.5/10 - Fast, reliable Alexa responses for everyday commands, routines and smart home control
Music quality rating
7/10 - Good for casual listening in small rooms, but limited bass and scale versus larger speakers
Multi-room flexibility
8/10 - Works well in grouped Echo setups for whole-home audio and routine-based playback
Family friendliness
8/10 - Easy for shared household use with voice help, timers, music and simple communication features
Key benefits
- Alexa Voice Control: Lets you check the weather, set timers, control compatible devices and ask everyday questions hands-free.
- Compact Display: Gives you visual help for alarms, reminders, camera views and glanceable information without taking much bench or bedside space.
- Video Calling: Makes quick calls to compatible Echo devices and contacts more personal than audio-only smart speakers.
- Smart Home Dashboard: Puts compatible lights, plugs, cameras and routines in one easy voice-and-screen control point.
- Bedside Routine Support: Handles alarms, sleep sounds and morning updates in one device that fits naturally on a nightstand.
- Microphone and Camera Controls: Includes privacy-focused controls so users can more easily manage when the device is listening or visible.
- Multi-Room Audio Support: Can play music across multiple compatible Echo devices for more consistent coverage around the home.
- Simple Everyday Entertainment: Streams music, news and short-form video content conveniently for casual listening and viewing.
Q: Is the Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen) suitable for a bedside table?
A: Yes. Its compact 5.5-inch display suits a bedside clock, alarms, weather, calendar checks and quick music control without taking much space. It is better for close-up viewing than across-room streaming, where a larger Echo Show is easier to see.
Q: Why might some buyers avoid putting this Alexa display in a bedroom?
A: Privacy is the main reason, because this model includes microphones and a 2 MP camera for Alexa and video calls. This Echo Show 5 also has a built-in camera shutter and mic and camera off controls, so it can be used more privately when preferred.
Q: Can the Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen) make video calls, and what is the camera quality like?
A: Yes. It can make video calls using the built-in 2 MP camera, which is suitable for casual check-ins and everyday calling. It is not the same as a higher-resolution webcam, so image detail is more basic than on newer or larger smart displays.
Q: Can this Echo Show 5 connect to Bluetooth devices?
A: Yes. The Echo Show 5 can pair with a phone or tablet to play audio through the device, and it can also connect to a Bluetooth speaker for sound output. Pairing is done through Alexa settings or by voice, so no separate hub is required.
Q: Is this the newer Echo Show 5 or an older version?
A: This is the Echo Show 5 2nd Gen, the 2021 release, not the latest generation. A key model detail is the 2 MP camera, which helps identify it against the earlier version. Buyers wanting newer hardware should compare it with the current Echo Show 5 range.