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

Avg. price:~£80RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:MediaTek MT8168

Amazon Fire HD 8 (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 (2GB + 32GB)
6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

90%

5.7

Technical score

10%

8.6

User score

▼Worse than 57% of tablets
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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
▲ Better than 52% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

▲Better than 52%
5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 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 62% of models
Score components

22%

5.6

Performance

20%

5.3

Display

16%

4.9

Camera

14%

5.9

Battery

12%

6.1

Connectivity

8%

7.6

Software & Features

5%

6.5

Design

3%

5.9

Audio & Multimedia

▼Worse than 62%
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 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 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

▲Better than 83%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Amazon Fire HD 8 (2GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 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 62% of models
Score components:

22%

5.6

Performance

20%

5.3

Display

16%

4.9

Camera

14%

5.9

Battery

12%

6.1

Connectivity

8%

7.6

Software & Features

5%

6.5

Design

3%

5.9

Audio & Multimedia

5.7
User score
User score
8.6/ 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 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

8.6
Popularity
Popularity
8.1/ 10
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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 79% of models
Popularity:
Amazon Fire HD 8 (2GB + 32GB) has a user popularity of 8.1 points, which is lower than 79.2% of Tablets.
8.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
▲ Better than 52% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.2
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
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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
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0 which is wider than that of 57.5% of tablets and equal to that of 24.5% of tablets.
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
4,750 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 4,750 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 76.3% of tablets and equal to those in 0.4% 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
13 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 13 hours, which is longer than that of 76.1% of tablets and equal to that of 4.9% of tablets.
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 OS 7
This tablet uses the Fire OS 7 operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 81.5%.
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
?
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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
337 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 337 g which is lighter than 85.3% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.6% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
no
This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory. 84.3% 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 (2GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 3 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (13 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    13 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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.
  • 31.2% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (337 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    337 g vs 490 g
  • 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.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.6% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 3.25x cheaper
    Amazon Fire HD 8 (2GB + 32GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£80 vs £260).
    £80 vs £260
  • 7.4% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 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 HD 8
    the average tablet
    Amazon Fire HD 8 (2GB + 32GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (8.59 vs 8.000).
    8.59 vs 8
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR4 vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR4 vs LPDDR3
  • 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
  • 73 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (474 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    474 nits vs 401 nits
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 3 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (13 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    13 hours vs 10 hours
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.2 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    5.2 vs 5.0
  • 31.2% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (337 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    337 g vs 490 g
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.6% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 37.96 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (137.3 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    137.34 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
  • No touch autofocus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, the average tablet does. 82.8% of tablets allow touch-to-focus.
  • 27.8% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4,750 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    4,750 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 20% slower GPU clock
    This tablet has a lower GPU frequency than the average tablet (520 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    520 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 14.1% lower memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a lower memory bandwidth than the average tablet (12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 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 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 panorama mode
    This tablet does not have a panorama mode, the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets include panorama features.
  • No BSI sensor
    This tablet lacks a BSI sensor, the average tablet has one. 52.6% of tablets use BSI sensors for better low-light shots.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • 27.8% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4,750 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    4,750 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.
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Fire OS 7 vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Fire OS 7 vs Android
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • 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 offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.1% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.
  • 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
Cord Cutters News
≈ estimated
06/10/2024
Hands-on review · streaming, battery and everyday use
Verdict
Amazon Fire HD 8 is a low-cost tablet for streaming, but the limited app store and missing case hold it back.
9.0
StevealiciousTech
≈ estimated
10/12/2022
Hands-on review · value, games and app tests
Verdict
Amazon Fire HD 8 is strong value for kids, first-time tablet buyers and Amazon users, but not an upgrade over the 2021 model.
8.0
Erin Lawrence
≈ estimated
27/10/2018
Hands-on review · a few weeks of use
Verdict
Amazon Fire HD 8 is a good multi-use tablet at a low price, but missing Alexa and video calls are real drawbacks for now.
9.0
The French Glow
≈ estimated
13/10/2024
Hands-on comparison · camera, speed and upgrade tests
Verdict
Amazon Fire HD 8 needs no upgrade if you already own one, but it is a good buy if you don't.
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15/11/2024
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14/11/2022
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11/03/2021
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zdnet.fr
25/04/2024
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08/02/2017
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01net.com
11/10/2016
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15/01/2023
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Amazon Fire HD 8 (2GB + 32GB)

  • Extremely affordable price point, often under $100
  • Long-lasting battery life, typically 11–13 hours per charge
  • Portable, lightweight, and sturdy plastic design
  • Seamless integration with Amazon services like Kindle and Prime Video
  • MicroSD card slot for expandable storage up to 1TB
  • Excellent parental controls and profile switching for kids
  • Good performance for basic tasks like reading and light streaming

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

  • Limited app ecosystem (no native Google Play Store or Google apps)
  • Relatively low-resolution (1280x800) display with visible pixels
  • Slow charging speeds (up to 5 hours with included 5W charger)
  • Performance can be sluggish or laggy with heavy multitasking
  • Poor camera quality, especially for low-light photos and video calls
  • Locked to Amazon's interface with lock screen ads unless you pay more
  • Reflective screen surface makes outdoor use difficult

Verdict

The Amazon Fire HD 8 (10th Generation) is an affordable 8-inch tablet featuring a 1280 x 800 HD IPS display, a 2.0 GHz quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, and 32GB of internal storage expandable up to 1TB via microSD. Key pros include a long battery life of up to 12 hours, hands-free Alexa integration, and a durable design that makes it ideal for casual media consumption like streaming and reading. However, it is held back by a restricted app selection through the Amazon Appstore, sluggish performance during multitasking, and relatively low-resolution 2MP front and rear cameras.

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Graphic comparison of Amazon Fire HD 8 (2GB + 32GB) and other tablets

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