Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) 2022

Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) 2022
Processing Platform
MediaTek processor
Amazon Wi‑Fi simple setup is listed
Audio Hardware
1.6 in full range driver
Mono playback with 62 Hz - 19 kHz bandwidth at volume 6
Wireless Connectivity
Dual‑band Wi‑Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 and 5 GHz)
Bluetooth A2DP and AVRCP support
Smart Home and eero
Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy Mesh, Matter, and Amazon Sidewalk support
eero Built‑in up to 1,000 sq ft at up to 100 Mbps
Sensors and Voice
3 microphone array
Built‑in motion and indoor temperature sensors are listed
Alexa and Controls
Alexa+, Alexa Voice ID, wake‑word customisation, and low power mode are listed
Tap to snooze alarms and light ring indicators are listed
Model and Product Details
- Brand / Product: Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) 2022
- Model identifiers: B09B8V1LZ3 (Charcoal) / B09B93ZDG4 (Deep Sea Blue) / B09B8V5Z3H (Glacier White)
- Regulatory model number: A2890
- Release date (listed): October 20, 2022
- Voice assistant: Alexa
| Launch Price (MSRP, listed) | Configuration |
|---|---|
| $49.99 USD | Standard version |
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Generation | Echo Dot (5th Gen) - 2022 release |
| Processor | MediaTek |
| Size | 3.9 in x 3.9 in x 3.5 in (100 mm x 100 mm x 89 mm) |
| Weight | 10.7 oz (304 g) |
| Audio Bandwidth | 62 Hz - 19 kHz (volume 6) |
| Loudspeaker Driver | 1.6 in full range driver |
| Playback Channels | Mono |
| Microphones | 3 microphone array |
| Wifi Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi supports 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 and 5 GHz). Does not support ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) networks. |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | A2DP (audio streaming); AVRCP (voice control of connected mobile devices) |
| Smart Home Compatibility | WiFi, Bluetooth Low Energy Mesh, and Matter |
| Amazon Sidewalk | Supported (securely connects devices and helps find lost items) |
| eero Built-in | Up to 1,000 sq ft coverage; speeds up to 100 Mbps (requires compatible eero network) |
| System Requirements | Alexa app compatible with Fire OS, Android, and iOS devices |
| Setup Technology | Amazon Wi‑Fi simple setup |
| Language | English and Spanish |
Connectivity and Requirements
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth |
| Wi-Fi standard | Dual‑band 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 and 5 GHz); no ad‑hoc or peer‑to‑peer support |
| Bluetooth profiles | A2DP, AVRCP |
| Smart home connectivity | WiFi, Bluetooth Low Energy Mesh, Matter |
| Amazon Sidewalk | Supported |
| eero network support | Up to 1,000 sq ft coverage; speeds up to 100 Mbps |
| Voice platform | Alexa |
| Device controls listed | Set up, update Wi‑Fi, pair or remove Bluetooth devices, change wake word, software update, reset, deregister |
Audio and Alexa Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Vibrant sound | Improved speaker quality, delivering clearer vocals and deeper bass |
| Alexa+ | Full access to the AI assistant (included with Prime membership) |
| Smart home control | Control compatible smart home devices with voice and routines |
| Sensors | Built‑in motion and indoor temperature sensors |
| Privacy controls | Multiple layers of privacy controls, including a mic off button |
| Device pairing | Compatible with Echo multi‑room music, Fire TV home theatre and eero extension |
| Accessibility features | Adaptive Listening, Preferred Speaking Rate, Request Sound, Kindle Read Aloud, Notify When Nearby |
| Snooze | Tap Echo Dot to snooze alarms |
Dimensions and Materials
Device dimensions and weight
- Size: 3.9 in W x 3.9 in D x 3.5 in H (100 mm x 100 mm x 89 mm)
- Weight: 10.7 oz (304 g)
Materials and sustainability
- Carbon impact: Carbon emissions from the lifecycle of this product were reduced compared to similar products or previous models (Certified by Reducing CO2).
In the Box
- Echo Dot
- Glacier white power adapter (15W)
- Quick Start Guide
Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) 2022 - Summary
The Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) 2022 specifies a MediaTek processor, 62 Hz to 19 kHz audio bandwidth, a 1.6 inch full‑range driver with mono playback, a 3‑microphone array, dual‑band Wi‑Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth A2DP and AVRCP, Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth Low Energy Mesh/Matter smart‑home compatibility, and dimensions of 3.9 x 3.9 x 3.5 inches.
| Launch Price (MSRP): | Current Market Price: |
|---|---|
| US$49.99 |