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Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 (2GB + 32GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:MediaTek MT8168

Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 (2GB + 32GB) 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 HD 8 2020 (2GB + 32GB)
5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

90%

5.5

Technical score

10%

9.4

User score

â–¼Worse than 60% of tablets
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 52%
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

22%

5.2

Performance

20%

5.1

Display

16%

4.6

Camera

14%

5.6

Battery

12%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Software & Features

5%

6.6

Design

3%

6.2

Audio & Multimedia

â–¼Worse than 70%
9.4

User score

User score
9.4/ 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
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★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 96%
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Available versions:
2GB + 32GB
Other versions:
2GB + 64GB
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Technical Specifications of tablet Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 (2GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components:

22%

5.2

Performance

20%

5.1

Display

16%

4.6

Camera

14%

5.6

Battery

12%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Software & Features

5%

6.6

Design

3%

6.2

Audio & Multimedia

5.5
User score
User score
9.4/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.4
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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 (2GB + 32GB) has a user popularity of 10 points, which is lower than 91.8% of Tablets.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.1
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
32 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 32 GB which is smaller than the storage of 60.5% of tablets and equal to that of 18% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
?
Chipset
MediaTek MT8168
This tablet uses the MediaTek MT8168 chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 92.4% of tablets and equal to those in 0.4% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1280×800
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1280×800 which is lower than that of 68.1% of tablets and equal to that of 21.7% 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
189 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 189 ppi which is lower than that of 66.5% of tablets and equal to that of 6.8% 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
4,850 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 4,850 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 72.8% of tablets and equal to those in 1.8% of tablets.
Charging speed
15 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 15 W which is slower than in 52.2% of tablets and equal to speeds in 6.3% of tablets.
Battery life
12 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 12 hours, which is longer than that of 65.7% of tablets and equal to that of 9.3% of tablets.
mixed use
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 50.4% 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
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
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
355 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 355 g which is lighter than 80.1% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.3% 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
yes
This tablet supports Dolby Atmos. 68.6% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% 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 HD 8 2020 (2GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (2000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    2,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • 2 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (12 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    mixed use
    12 hours vs 10 hours
  • 65,790 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (65,790 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    Below 6% brightness only.
    65,790 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • 27.6% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (355 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    355 g vs 490 g
  • 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
  • 1,334 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (3,200 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    3,200 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 2.89x cheaper
    Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 (2GB + 32GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£90 vs £260).
    £90 vs £260
  • 18% higher user score
    User score
    9.4/ 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
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Amazon Fire HD 8 2020
    the average tablet
    Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 (2GB + 32GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (9.44 vs 8.000).
    9.44 vs 8
  • 2.08x more popular
    Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 (2GB + 32GB) 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
  • 1,334 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (3,200 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    3,200 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (2000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    2,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 65,790 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (65,790 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    Below 6% brightness only.
    65,790 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • 44 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (444 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    444 nits vs 400 nits
  • 43 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (444 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    444 nits vs 401 nits
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • 2 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (12 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    mixed use
    12 hours vs 10 hours
  • Allows app offloading
    This tablet allows app offloading, the average tablet does not. 26.4% of tablets support app offloading.
  • 27.6% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (355 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    355 g vs 490 g
  • 38.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (137 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    137 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.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • 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 LTE support
    This tablet does not support LTE, the average tablet does. 63.2% of tablets support LTE.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 65.7% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (648 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    648 points vs 1,891 points
  • 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.
  • 50% less storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 3 fewer GPU execution units
    This tablet has less GPU execution units than the average tablet (1 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    1 vs 4
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1280×800 vs 1920×1200
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 15.6% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 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
  • 32 ppi lower screen sharpness
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 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 burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.5% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not have a panorama mode, the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets include panorama features.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • 26.3% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4,850 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    4,850 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 16.7% slower charging speed
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (15 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    15 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 camera/mic privacy toggles
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • 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 dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • No offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.1% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 1.7 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (9.7 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    9.7 mm vs 8.0 mm

Video reviews

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

9.0
Tech Travel Geeks
≈ estimated
13/07/2022
Long-term review · two years of daily use
Verdict
Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 is a good option for affordable media, as long as you keep your expectations modest.
8.0
Erin Lawrence
≈ estimated
03/08/2020
Hands-on review · streaming, apps, battery and features
Verdict
Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 is compact, light and easy to use, but some key features are still missing in its region.
8.0
9to5Google
≈ estimated
17/07/2020
Hands-on review · Prime value, software and battery
Verdict
Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 is not terrible if you have Prime, but without it, it is a clear skip.
4.0
Henry Media Group
≈ estimated
25/06/2020
Hands-on review · app store, speed and camera tests
Verdict
Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 is not recommended: limited apps and slow performance outweigh its low price.
9.0
Kevin Breeze
≈ estimated
22/06/2020
Hands-on review · unboxing, apps and speaker tests
Verdict
Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 is a solid budget tablet that does what it promises, though it is not fast.
7.0
PCMag
≈ estimated
11/06/2020
Hands-on review · app store, screen and speed tests
Verdict
Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 is good for Amazon content and streaming, but too limited to serve as a general-purpose tablet.
9.0
Desktop HIFI
≈ estimated
05/06/2020
First look · unboxing and setup
Verdict
Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 has a great price-to-quality ratio and is highly recommended, though it is not iPad quality.
9.0
Tech Travel Geeks
≈ estimated
03/06/2020
First impressions · unboxing and setup
Verdict
Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 makes a solid first impression, with a bright, responsive screen suited to media use.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

techradar.com
08/07/2022
Hands-on review · Portable TV tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) is a light, long-lasting portable TV for Prime members, but it struggles with games and is not a work tablet.
pcmag.com
23/06/2022
Lab test · Video and ebook tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 is a good tablet for video, Alexa and e-books, but its weak app store and sluggish performance limit it.
wired.com
15/07/2020
Hands-on test · Everyday tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 suits light use like browsing, reading and streaming, offering strong value, but it is not a laptop replacement and its screen struggles outdoors.
whathifi.com
11/07/2022
Lab test · Streaming tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 is an easy, good-sounding tablet for streaming and hands-free Alexa, though its lower-resolution screen falls behind the HD 10.
mashable.com
11/07/2022
Hands-on test · Amazon-focused tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 suits people who live in Amazon's ecosystem for books, video and shopping, but its slow social apps and missing Google apps limit it.
pocketnow.com
16/06/2020
Hands-on test · Alexa tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 is an easy-to-learn tablet that works well as an Alexa display, but missing apps like OneNote can frustrate users who need them.
notebookcheck.net
18/08/2020
Lab test · Benchmark results
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 is a clear step up from its 2018 predecessor, though it lags behind the Lenovo Tab M8 HD in several benchmarks.
lovemyfire.com
No Date Provided
Owner's review · Alexa tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 works well as an Alexa display for the kitchen, but its dim screen and easily pressed power button count against it.
uk.pcmag.com
23/06/2022
Hands-on review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 is a long-lasting, great-sounding little tablet for video and Alexa, but its thin app store and sluggish performance hold it back.
9to5google.com
17/07/2020
Hands-on review · Video tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 suits Prime subscribers who want long standby time and handy Alexa, but without Prime it's an easy skip.
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lesnumeriques.com
11/06/2020
Summary of the review
Test Tablette Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) - Les Numériques
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journaldugeek.com
19/06/2020
Hands-on test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 is a smooth budget tablet for streaming and browsing, but it skips demanding games and has no Google Play Store.
lesalexiens.fr
17/06/2020
Hands-on test · Amazon media tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) is a light, slick tablet for Amazon customers, but its cameras are weak and Alexa is not yet available.
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cnetfrance.fr
01/09/2020
Summary of the review
Test de l'Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) - CNET France
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clubic.com
11/03/2021
Hands-on test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 is a cheap, sturdy tablet for Amazon users, but its glare-prone screen and lack of Google apps limit it.
quechoisir.org
(Archive)
Expert review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 2020, now discontinued, offered good value and long battery life, but its cameras, speakers and screen fell short.
frandroid.com
06/06/2020
Hands-on test · Entry tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 is a noticeably faster, better-built budget tablet for light use, held back by a poor screen and a battery that trails rivals.
smartworld.it
03/06/2020
Hands-on review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 is a bright, long-lasting tablet that suits Amazon users, but its modest performance and missing Google apps hold it back.
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macitynet.it
03/06/2020
Summary of the review
Recensione Amazon fire HD 8 10a generazione, il tablet a prezzi accessibili
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tech.everyeye.it
06/06/2020
Summary of the review
Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 Recensione: un ottimo tablet Android sotto i 100 euro
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What customers like about Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 (2GB + 32GB)

  • Extremely affordable budget-friendly price point
  • Long battery life, lasting up to 12-13 hours of mixed use
  • Portable and lightweight 8-inch design with durable plastic build
  • Integration with hands-free Alexa for smart home control and voice commands
  • Inclusion of USB-C charging port and 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Excellent for media consumption like Prime Video, Netflix, and Kindle reading
  • MicroSD card slot allows storage expansion up to 1TB
  • Strong parental controls and child-profile switching features

What customers don't like about Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 (2GB + 32GB)

  • No native Google Play Store access, leading to limited app availability
  • Sluggish performance and lag when multitasking or opening complex apps
  • Highly reflective screen with poor outdoor visibility and average resolution
  • Low-quality 2MP cameras that produce grainy or dim photos
  • Slow charging speeds, taking up to 5 hours with the included 5W adapter
  • Lock screen advertisements unless you pay an extra fee to remove them
  • Heavy reliance on Amazon Prime ecosystem to access full features
  • Limited customisation options compared to standard Android tablets

Verdict

The Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) is a budget-friendly 8-inch tablet featuring a 1280 x 800 HD display, a 2.0 GHz quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, and 32GB of internal storage expandable up to 1TB via microSD. Key characteristics include its transition to USB-C charging, dual speakers with Dolby Atmos support, and a front-facing camera repositioned to the landscape edge for improved video calls. Main pros include its exceptional battery life of up to 12 hours, hands-free Alexa integration, and a durable, portable design that offers excellent value for media consumption. However, notable cons include the lack of native Google Play Store support, sluggish performance during intensive gaming or multitasking, and relatively slow charging speeds with the included adapter.

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