- With advancements in technology each second, the world is moving fast, and one must keep up with everything. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the hottest topic in the tech
the world these days. - AI is being used everywhere now, even to fulfill daily tasks, and can be seen to control the majority of the world. AI devices are the new trendy thing to have in the present
time. With many choices to choose from, devices from tech giants like Google and Amazon lead
the way. - Apart from being artificially intelligent, these devices are also capable of smart home functions.
From telling the user the current weather to controlling the lights in your home, these devices
are capable of the wittiest of responses that one could never even think of.
- Two of the best in the market are the different generations of the Amazon Echo Dot. The Echo
Dot 3rd Gen and 4th Gen are the top-selling intelligent home devices in the market. But, the only
question that arises is which one would be better. The following comparison will clear out
all the dilemmas and doubts.
Size
Talking about the Amazon Echo Dot 3rd Gen, the device is like a flat 3D disk. The
overall look feels pretty compact and is easily portable. The most significant advantage being the
feature of wall mounting that helps you save space on your table or flat tops.
However, the Amazon Echo Dot 4th Gen has a comparatively bigger size. The overall shape
resembles that of a mini-sized globe. With the increase in size, there is no possibility of a wall.
Mounting this device. Also, it is not suitable for portability; the recommendation is to keep it
stable on a standard tabletop and enjoy the device’s features.
Sound Quality
- Hands down, the sound quality has been a significant improvement in the transition of Amazon
Echo Dot from the 3 rd Gen to the 4th Gen. The older version of the device delivered a very
minimal and basic sound output. But, it was still considered and is also doing well in the sound
department. - However, the 4th Gen has improved bass and vocals output, making it a stand-out pro
for the new age device. The quality of the sound work it produces with such a small speaker
size is commendable.
Processor - There has not been a noticeable upgrade in the processor from the 3rd Gen to the 4th Gen.
However, this small change only makes the device more responsive and the AI more accurate in
its responses. The upgrade from MediaTek MT516 to a sure AZ1 Neural Edge has changed
some basic processing output speeds and accuracy.
The AI is now faster and more accurate in every task that the user uses it for. The efficiency in
performing the essential functions and controlling the smart home devices is now much more. This
quick processing and precision in the responses leave the user satisfied with the device’s
overall feedback.
Pricing
According to the current market price, the Amazon Echo Dot 3 rd Gen is available in India for INR
3499, and the Amazon Echo Dot 4th Gen is selling for INR 3999. With a difference of just INR 500,
both the devices are at a very affordable rate and can be purchased according to one’s choice
and functionality.
The overall difference between 2 different versions of the same device is not much regarding technical specifications. However, on analyzing all the pros and cons of both the
devices; Amazon Echo Dot 4th Gen comes as the most recommended among the two.
In newer technology generation, this intelligent speaker/device has excellent sound quality and
can perform almost all AI functions with quick and accurate responses.
