Amazon Echo Show 5 Smart Display
- 5.5 inch display
- 2 MP camera with built-in shutter
- Mic and camera off button
- Designed for Alexa+
- 2x the bass and clearer sound per the title
- Video calling to Alexa app users and Echo devices with a screen
- Smart home control and compatible video doorbells
- Photo slideshow background
Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A small Alexa smart display with a camera shutter and a mic off button. The listing does not state power, connectivity or box contents, so confirm those before buying.
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ASIN: B09B2SBHQKModel: Echo Show 5Category: Smart Displays
Overview
A person who wants Alexa on a compact screen gets a smart display that shows news and weather at a glance, plays music and video, and makes video calls. A built-in camera also lets you check on the home.
Privacy hardware and a compact screen are the reason to buy: a mic and camera off button and a shutter come alongside music, calls and smart home control. The limits: the display is small, many features need compatible devices or services, and the page lacks size, power and connectivity details.
Who it's for
Families and people who live alone and want Alexa with news, weather, video chats and home automation on a small screen suit the display. Buyers who want a large streaming screen, or who avoid cameras in the home entirely, should consider a speaker without one.
Pros and cons
- Compact screen with camera
- Mic and camera off button
- Built-in camera shutter
- Video calling and drop in
- Features need compatible devices
- Power and box contents not given
- Photo storage perk tied to Prime
Performance notes
Alexa handles voice requests and shows answers on the screen, so features depend on a network connection and compatible services. The speaker is tuned for deeper bass and clearer vocals according to the title, within the limits of a small enclosure. The shutter blocks the lens, and the off button disables the mic and camera.
Specifications
| Brand | Amazon |
|---|---|
| Model | Echo Show 5 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Screen size | 5.5 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Materials | 100% post-consumer recycled polyester fabric, 100% recycled aluminum |
| Color | Charcoal |
| Other details | |
| Camera | 2 MP with built-in shutter |
| Voice assistant | Alexa (Designed for Alexa+) |
| Audio | Deeper bass, clearer vocals (2x the bass per the title) |
| Video calling | Alexa app users and Echo devices with a screen |
| Smart home | Controls compatible lights and thermostats; shows compatible video doorbells |
| Privacy | Mic and camera off button, built-in camera shutter, end-to-end encrypted Ring video viewing |
| Streaming | Amazon Music, Spotify, Prime Video |
| Photo display | Rotating slideshow, shared photos, unlimited cloud photo storage for Prime members |
Frequently asked questions
What do I need to set up the Amazon Echo Show 5?
The listing mentions the Alexa app for video calls but does not list setup requirements, power details or box contents. Check Amazon's setup page for the model.
How do I turn off the Echo Show 5 camera and microphone?
The description names a mic and camera off button and a built-in camera shutter.
Can the Echo Show 5 show my front door camera?
Yes, with compatible video doorbells. The description also mentions viewing end-to-end encrypted Ring video.
Can I make video calls on the Echo Show 5?
Yes. The 2 MP camera calls friends and family who have the Alexa app or an Echo device with a screen.