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Amazon Fire 7 2022 (2GB + 16GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:7 inchesChipset:MediaTek MT8168V/B

Amazon Fire 7 2022 (2GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Amazon Fire 7 2022 (2GB + 16GB)
5.4/10

Overall score

Score
5.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

90%

5.0

Technical score

10%

9.2

User score

▼Worse than 77% of tablets
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

10

Price

▼Worse than 63%
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

22%

4.7

Performance

20%

4.3

Display

16%

4.9

Camera

14%

3.6

Battery

12%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

7.3

Software & Features

5%

6.8

Design

3%

3.9

Audio & Multimedia

▼Worse than 88%
9.2

User score

User score
9.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

★Better than 93%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Amazon Fire 7 2022 (2GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components:

22%

4.7

Performance

20%

4.3

Display

16%

4.9

Camera

14%

3.6

Battery

12%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

7.3

Software & Features

5%

6.8

Design

3%

3.9

Audio & Multimedia

5.0
User score
User score
9.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

9.2
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
Amazon Fire 7 2022 (2GB + 16GB) has a user popularity of 10 points, which is lower than 91.8% of Tablets.
10
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components:

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.8
RAM capacity
2 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 2 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 60.9% of tablets and equal to that of 15.6% of tablets.
Process node
12 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 12 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 53.7% of tablets and equal to the node used in 13.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
16 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 16 GB which is smaller than the storage of 78.5% of tablets and equal to that of 15% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
942 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scored 942 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is higher than the score of 56.6% of tablets and equal to the score of 0.1% of tablets.
Chipset
MediaTek MT8168V/B
This tablet uses the MediaTek MT8168V/B chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 92% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1024×600
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1024×600 which is lower than that of 92.8% of tablets and equal to that of 6.2% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
171 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 171 ppi which is lower than that of 76% of tablets and equal to that of 0.5% of tablets.
Display glass type
Aluminosilicate Glass
This tablet uses Aluminosilicate Glass display glass which is weaker than that on 58% of tablets and equal to that on 7% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
2 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 2 MP which is lower than that of 93.5% of tablets and equal to that of 5.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 2 MP which is lower than in 53.6% of tablets and equal to that in 25.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
?
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
3,750 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 3,750 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 90.9% of tablets and equal to those in 0.2% of tablets.
Charging speed
5 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 5 W which is slower than in 96% of tablets and equal to speeds in 3.3% of tablets.
Battery life
10 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 10 hours, which is longer than that of 39.1% of tablets and equal to that of 20.5% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 49.7% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
no
This tablet does not support LTE. 63.3% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
no
This tablet does not support GPS. 82.7% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Fire
This tablet uses the Fire operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 82%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.3% of tablets and equal to that of 32.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
?
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
282 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 282 g which is lighter than 96.9% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 1 microphones, which is more than in 0.2% of tablets and equal to the number in 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 1 speakers, which is fewer than in 90.2% of tablets and equal to the number in 9.6% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Amazon Fire 7 2022 (2GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 42.4% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (282 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    282 g vs 490 g
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a better front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 57.7 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (117.6 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    117.6 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 21 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (421 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    421 nits vs 400 nits
  • 4.33x cheaper
    Amazon Fire 7 2022 (2GB + 16GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£60 vs £260).
    £60 vs £260
  • 15% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Amazon Fire 7 2022
    the average tablet
    Amazon Fire 7 2022 (2GB + 16GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (9.20 vs 8.000).
    9.2 vs 8
  • 2.08x more popular
    Amazon Fire 7 2022 (2GB + 16GB) is more popular than the average tablet (10 vs 4.8).
    10 vs 4.81
  • 4.33x cheaper
    Amazon Fire 7 2022 (2GB + 16GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£60 vs £260).
    £60 vs £260
  • 15% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Amazon Fire 7 2022
    the average tablet
    Amazon Fire 7 2022 (2GB + 16GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (9.20 vs 8.000).
    9.2 vs 8
  • 2.08x more popular
    Amazon Fire 7 2022 (2GB + 16GB) is more popular than the average tablet (10 vs 4.8).
    10 vs 4.81
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 21.2% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (2,291 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    2,291 points vs 1,891 points
  • 21 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (421 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    421 nits vs 400 nits
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a better front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 42.4% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (282 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    282 g vs 490 g
  • 57.7 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (117.6 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    117.6 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Designed for kids
    This tablet is suitable for kids, the average tablet is not. 23.7% of tablets are suitable for kids.
  • 6 MP lower main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1024×600 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1024×600 vs 1920×1200
  • 43% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (3,750 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    3,750 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 3 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No LTE support
    This tablet does not support LTE, the average tablet does. 63.2% of tablets support LTE.
  • 3.1 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • 75% less storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 54.4% lower memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a lower memory bandwidth than the average tablet (6.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    6.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 366 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,500 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,500 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 2 fewer GPU execution units
    This tablet has less GPU execution units than the average tablet (2 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    2 vs 4
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1024×600 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1024×600 vs 1920×1200
  • 3.1 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 23.7% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (171 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    171 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio than the average tablet (800:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    800:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 50 ppi lower screen sharpness
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (171 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    171 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 50% lower touch sampling rate
    This tablet has a lower touch sampling rate than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet has touch sampling rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 6 MP lower main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • 3 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • No touch autofocus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, the average tablet does. 82.8% of tablets allow touch-to-focus.
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.6% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • 43% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (3,750 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    3,750 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 72.2% slower charging speed
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (5 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    5 W vs 18 W
  • No LTE support
    This tablet does not support LTE, the average tablet does. 63.2% of tablets support LTE.
  • No GPS
    This tablet does not have GPS, the average tablet does. 82.7% of tablets feature GPS.
  • No cellular module
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.3% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Fire vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Fire vs Android
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.4% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No widgets
    This tablet does not support widgets, the average tablet does. 93.5% of tablets support widgets.
  • No offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.1% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 1.67 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (9.7 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    9.67 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 1 fewer speakers
    This tablet has less speakers than the average tablet (1 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    1 vs 2

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Gadget Talk
≈ estimated
15/12/2022
Long-term use · e-reading, streaming and daily use
Verdict
Amazon Fire 7 2022 is a good budget tablet for reading, streaming and light use, with a few limits to know about.
7.0
Jordan Floyd
≈ estimated
17/09/2022
Long-term test · 30 days of daily use
Verdict
Amazon Fire 7 2022 is cheap and nearly disposable, a fair pick for kids and readers, but not for adult daily use.
7.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
25/08/2022
Hands-on review · battery test and comparison
Verdict
Amazon Fire 7 2022 is only recommended for buyers who want the cheapest option; paying more gets a much better tablet.
8.0
Kevin Breeze
≈ estimated
18/08/2022
Hands-on review · benchmark, battery and port tests
Verdict
Amazon Fire 7 2022 is a worthwhile budget tablet for light content use, especially for occasional users, but not for demanding tasks.
4.0
ETA PRIME
≈ estimated
18/07/2022
Hands-on review · gaming and emulation tests
Verdict
Amazon Fire 7 2022 is hard to recommend to almost anyone, except perhaps as a cheap e-reader or for video.
9.0
Geekanoids
≈ estimated
18/07/2022
Review · a few weeks of use, apps, reading and video
Verdict
Amazon Fire 7 2022 is a good budget tablet for entertainment, reading and social apps, well worth a look.
8.0
Tech Verve
≈ estimated
12/07/2022
Hands-on review · apps, ads, screen and use cases
Verdict
Amazon Fire 7 2022 is not perfect, but a sensible pick for kids, bedside reading and cheap travel use.
9.0
Good e-Reader
≈ estimated
10/07/2022
Hands-on review · reading, manga and PDF tests
Verdict
Amazon Fire 7 2022 is not a powerful tablet, but an all-around buy for its price, mainly for Amazon content.
7.0
PCMag
✓ explicit
07/07/2022
Hands-on review · everyday use, video, reading and camera
Verdict
Amazon Fire 7 2022 is a decent cheap tablet for basic use, though the eight-inch model is worth the extra money.
7.0
Thommo's Tech
≈ estimated
29/06/2022
Hands-on review · app store, gaming, media and voice tests
Verdict
Amazon Fire 7 2022 is good value for media and casual gaming, but held back by Amazon's ecosystem and missing Android features.
9.0
StevealiciousTech
≈ estimated
29/06/2022
Initial review · first impressions and daily use
Verdict
Amazon Fire 7 2022 is worth its price for light use and phone-style tasks, if expectations stay modest.
7.0
Liliputing
≈ estimated
29/06/2022
First look · Fire OS 8 and settings walkthrough
Verdict
Amazon Fire 7 2022 is not the best tablet you can get, but a reasonable option for reading at its price.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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pcmag.com
30/06/2022
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techradar.com
03/08/2022
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theguardian.com
04/07/2022
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Amazon Fire 7 2022 review: budget tablet gets design and speed upgrade
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trustedreviews.com
29/08/2022
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Amazon Fire 7 (2022) Review - Trusted Reviews
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expertreviews.co.uk
13/07/2023
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mashable.com
01/06/2022
Summary of the review
Amazon Fire 7 tablet (2022) review - Mashable
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androidpolice.com
01/06/2022
Summary of the review
Amazon Fire 7 (2022) review: Budget, indeed
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whathifi.com
20/06/2024
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Amazon Fire 7 review - Tablets - What Hi-Fi?
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zdnet.com
01/06/2022
Summary of the review
Amazon Fire 7 (2022) review: Good enough for the basics
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pcmag.com
07/07/2022
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techadvisor.com
06/07/2022
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mirror.co.uk
08/07/2022
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Amazon Fire 7 Tablet Review: The impressively affordable small screen tablet
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pocket-lint.com
23/10/2022
Summary of the review
Amazon Fire 7 (2022) review: The go-to cheap tablet
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uk.pcmag.com
19/11/2025
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Amazon Fire 7 Tablet - Review 2025 Note on dates: Some publications like PCMag often update their review timestamps to reflect current relevance, thou...
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tomsguide.com
01/06/2022
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lesnumeriques.com
27/07/2022
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Test Les Numériques: une tablette tout en compromis
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cnetfrance.fr
08/07/2022
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Test CNET France: mise à jour à minima mais rapport qualité/prix toujours au rendez-vous
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01net.com
27/08/2022
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Test 01net: la version 2022 gagne en autonomie mais n'accède toujours pas aux services Google
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lesalexiens.fr
10/08/2022
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Test Les Alexiens: un premier prix en concession
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quechoisir.org
2022
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Test Amazon Fire 7 2022 - Tablette tactile - UFC-Que Choisir
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Amazon Fire 7 2022 (2GB + 16GB)

  • Extremely affordable price point starting around $60
  • Improved battery life lasting up to 10 hours of video playback
  • Addition of a USB-C charging port for modern compatibility
  • Expandable storage up to 1TB via microSD card slot
  • Durable, drop-resistant plastic build suitable for children
  • Hands-free Alexa support for voice commands and smart home control
  • Compact and lightweight design for easy portability

What customers don't like about Amazon Fire 7 2022 (2GB + 16GB)

  • Sluggish and laggy performance during multitasking or scrolling
  • Low-resolution non-HD display (1024 x 600) with fuzzy text
  • No native Google Play Store or official Google apps (YouTube, Gmail)
  • Slow charging times taking approximately 4 hours for a full charge
  • Poor camera quality (2MP front and rear) mostly unusable for photos
  • Weak mono speaker that lacks bass and depth
  • Base models include mandatory lock-screen advertisements

Verdict

The Amazon Fire 7 (2022, 12th Generation) is an ultra-portable 7-inch tablet featuring a 1024 x 600 IPS display, a 2.0 GHz quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal storage, expandable up to 1TB via microSD. Key characteristics include a modernized USB-C charging port, hands-free Alexa integration, and a design optimized for landscape use with the 2MP front-facing camera now positioned on the longer edge. Main pros include its highly affordable price point, a 30% performance boost and double the RAM over the previous model, and an improved battery life of up to 10 hours of mixed usage. Notable cons include a low-resolution non-HD screen that can appear pixelated, sluggish performance when running demanding apps or games, slow 5W charging that takes approximately 4 hours, and the lack of native support for Google Play Store and official Google apps.

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