Between the Gen5detect Absolute and V8 (2024), the Gen5detect Absolute comes out ahead in suction (aw) and battery, while the V8 (2024) wins on weight. Overall, the Gen5detect Absolute scores 91 and the V8 (2024) scores 55.5 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Gen5detect Absolute is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 35.5 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the Gen5detect Absolute if you care most about suction (aw) and battery. The biggest gaps in its favor are suction (aw), battery, dustbin.
Pick the V8 (2024) if you carry the device everywhere and weight or thickness has been the deciding factor before. Its strongest claims are weight.
Both ship with comparable cordless, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the Gen5detect Absolute is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute wins
- ▲Suction (AW) — 127.83% more. 262 vs 115.
- ▲Battery — 75.00% more. 70 min vs 40 min.
- ▲Dustbin — 42.59% more. 0.77 L vs 0.54 L.
Why Dyson - V8 (2024) wins
- ▲Weight — 0.95 kg less. 2.55 vs 3.5.
Spec comparison
Performance
| Spec | Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute | Dyson - V8 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Suction (AW) | 262lead | 115 |
| Dustbin | 0.77 Llead | 0.54 L |
| Filter | HEPA H13 | HEPA |
Design
| Spec | Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute | Dyson - V8 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Cordless stick | Cordless stick |
| Cordless | true | true |
| Weight | 3.5 kg | 2.55 kglead |
| Battery | 70 minlead | 40 min |
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