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Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) vs Lenovo Smart Display 10

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Lenovo Smart Display 10 comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.3 vs 3.9). The gap is mostly about Kitchen-focused smart home users — read the strengths below before deciding.

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Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)

3.9

6 sources1 derived$59.99as of Oct 2

The Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) features a redesigned compact form factor with enhanced audio performance and a new faster processor. PCMag's Will Greenwald noted its improved voice clarity and deeper bass, while a YouTube reviewer highlighted the new microphone array and faster processing capabilities. However, the device lacks Netflix compatibility, and the power cable color doesn't match the device finish. This smart display is best suited for users seeking improved audio and processing performance without Netflix support.

Strengths

— Improved audio with greater voice clarity and deeper bass
— New faster processor with Amazon A2 neural Edge
— Compact design with Infinity Edge coverglass and improv screen for nighttime viewing

Watch-outs

— Netflix is not currently compatible with this model
— Power adapter cable is white, not matching the device color

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Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Smart Displays

Lenovo Smart Display 10

4.3

7 sources

The Lenovo Smart Display 10 remains one of the best smart displays available, offering an elegant design with a high-resolution touchscreen and responsive Google Assistant integration. CNET called it 'one of the best' and noted its ability to multitask well, especially for kitchen use. However, it lacks an ambient color temperature sensor like Google's Nest Hub, and scrolling through content via voice can be tedious. It's best suited for those wanting a premium smart display that performs well in cooking environments.

Strengths

— Elegant design with bamboo back option
— High-resolution touchscreen display
— Responsive Google Assistant integration

Watch-outs

— Limited ambient mode functionality without color temperature sensor
— Voice scrolling through content can be tedious

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How they stack up

Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)

The Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) is more compact than the Echo Show 15 and offers improved processing power and audio, but lacks Netflix compatibility, unlike the Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) which has a larger display and better camera features.

Lenovo Smart Display 10

The Lenovo Smart Display 10 offers an elegant bamboo design and high-resolution display, but lacks the ambient mode functionality of the Google Nest Hub (2nd Generation) due to missing color temperature sensor.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)	Lenovo Smart Display 10
Display Size	5.5 inches	10-inch touchscreen
Camera	2 megapixel	Included
Color	Charcoal, Glacier White, Cloud Blue	Blizzard White
Voice Assistant	Alexa	Google Assistant
Screen Size	5 inches	10.1 inches
Connectivity	—	2x2 WiFi 802.11 ac 2.4G/5G, MIMO, Bluetooth 5.0
Audio	—	10W full-range speaker
Resolution	—	FHD (1920 x 1200)
Weight	—	1.2kg
Display Type	—	10.1" FHD touchscreen

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