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Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus 2020 (3GB + 64GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£120RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:MediaTek MT8168

Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus 2020 (3GB + 64GB) 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 Plus 2020 (3GB + 64GB)
5.7/10

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 10
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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
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Score components

90%

5.6

Technical score

10%

6.9

User score

â–¼Worse than 66% of tablets
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 10
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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 56% of models
Score components

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 56%
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 10
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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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Score components

22%

5.4

Performance

20%

5.1

Display

16%

4.6

Camera

14%

5.6

Battery

12%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

7.6

Software & Features

5%

6.6

Design

3%

6.2

Audio & Multimedia

â–¼Worse than 66%
6.9

User score

User score
6.9/ 10
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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
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

3.0

Number of reviews

â–¼Worse than 86%
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Available versions:
3GB + 64GB
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Technical Specifications of tablet Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus 2020 (3GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 10
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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 66% of models
Score components:

22%

5.4

Performance

20%

5.1

Display

16%

4.6

Camera

14%

5.6

Battery

12%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

7.6

Software & Features

5%

6.6

Design

3%

6.2

Audio & Multimedia

5.6
User score
User score
6.9/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

3.0

Number of reviews

6.9
Popularity
Popularity
3.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Popularity:
Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus 2020 (3GB + 64GB) has a popularity of 3 points, which is higher than 59.5% of Tablets.
3.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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 56% of models
Score components:

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.0
RAM capacity
3 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 3 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 8.5% 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
64 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 64 GB which is larger than the storage of 39.5% of tablets and equal to that of 17.1% 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
long
This tablet offers long update support, which is longer than the support period of 80% of tablets and equal to that of 20% 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 Plus 2020 (3GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • 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
  • 61,730 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (61,730 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    61,730 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
  • 2.17x cheaper
    Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus 2020 (3GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£120 vs £260).
    £120 vs £260
  • 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
  • 61,730 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (61,730 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    61,730 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
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1381:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,381:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 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
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • 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
  • 79.9% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (380 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    380 points vs 1,891 points
  • 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.
  • 15.4% lower user score
    User score
    6.9/ 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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    Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus 2020
    the average tablet
    Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus 2020 (3GB + 64GB) has a lower user score than the average tablet (6.93 vs 8.000).
    6.93 vs 8
  • 79.9% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (380 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    380 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.
  • 1 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 4 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

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

notebookcheck.net
13/08/2020
Lab test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Fire HD 8 Plus (2020) gains wireless charging and 3GB RAM over the regular model, but its chip from 2015 keeps everyday speed nearly unchanged.
pcmag.com
23/06/2022
Hands-on review · Smart display tablet
Verdict
The Fire HD 8 Plus is an inexpensive kitchen companion thanks to its wireless dock, but its Amazon-only software and few apps limit it.
androidpolice.com
18/07/2020
Hands-on review · Smart display
Verdict
The Fire HD 8 Plus is a good tablet whose wireless charging dock turns it into an Alexa display, but the regular Fire HD 8 is nearly identical and cheaper.
W
wired.com
15/07/2020
Summary of the review
Review: Amazon Fire HD 8 and 8 Plus
trustedreviews.com
04/06/2020
Hands-on review · Family tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus suits families and light users who stream video and read, but you're better off elsewhere if you avoid Amazon services.
techadvisor.com
11/06/2020
Hands-on test · Entry-level tablet
Verdict
The Fire HD 8 Plus is a sound entry-level tablet with a good battery, but the regular model does nearly the same job for less.
techradar.com
08/07/2022
Hands-on review · Echo Show rival
Verdict
The Fire HD 8 Plus is a slightly faster, otherwise identical tablet whose wireless dock turns it into an Echo Show alternative, but its screen looks dated.
expertreviews.co.uk
02/12/2021
Lab test · Battery and speed
Verdict
The Fire HD 8 Plus is an affordable tablet that improves hardware and battery, but the regular Fire HD 8 is better value unless you use the dock.
uk.pcmag.com
23/06/2022
Hands-on review · Kitchen display
Verdict
The Fire HD 8 Plus is a handy Echo Show-style tablet for kitchens and bedsides, but its Amazon app store lacks many mainstream apps.
notebookcheck.com
12/08/2020
Lab test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Fire HD 8 Plus (2020) adds wireless charging and extra RAM over the regular model, but its 2015 processor gives almost the same speed.
smartzone.de
09/07/2020
Hands-on test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Fire HD 8 Plus is a decent tablet for Amazon fans, offering good speakers and battery, but ads and an Amazon-only system make it less appealing for others.
H
hardwareluxx.de
10/06/2020
Summary of the review
Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus (2020) im Test: Fit für 2020?
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computerbild.de
16/06/2020
Summary of the review
Im Test: Amazon Fire HD 8 & 8 Plus
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computerbase.de
24/06/2020
Lab test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Fire HD 8 Plus handles everyday tasks well for a budget tablet, but its low-resolution screen is the weak point.
heise.de
26/07/2020
Hands-on test · Portable Echo Show
Verdict
The Fire HD 8 Plus is a handy tablet that doubles as a portable Echo Show, but its low-resolution screen and weak cameras hold it back.
F
frandroid.com
06/06/2020
Summary of the review
Test Amazon Fire HD 8 2020: notre avis complet
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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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lesnumeriques.com
11/06/2020
Summary of the review
Test Tablette Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) - Les Numériques
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quechoisir.org
01/06/2020
Summary of the review
Test Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 - Tablette tactile - Archive For in-depth, original reviews, you can consult publications like Les Numériques and Frandroid...
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lesalexiens.fr
20/06/2020
Summary of the review
Test Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) : une petite tablette convaincante
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus 2020 (3GB + 64GB)

  • Affordable price point offering high value for budget-conscious users
  • Support for Qi wireless charging, a rare feature in this price bracket
  • Long battery life, often exceeding 12 hours of mixed-use or video playback
  • Excellent integration with Amazon services like Prime Video, Kindle, and Audible
  • Durable plastic build that is lightweight and portable
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack and expandable storage via microSD slot

What customers don't like about Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus 2020 (3GB + 64GB)

  • Limited app selection due to the lack of native Google Play Store access
  • Sluggish performance and occasional lag when multitasking or switching apps
  • Dated screen resolution (1280 x 800) that lacks the sharpness of modern FHD displays
  • Low-quality cameras that struggle significantly in low-light conditions
  • Presence of lock-screen advertisements unless an additional fee is paid
  • Highly reflective display makes outdoor use difficult in bright sunlight
  • Charging speed is relatively slow, even with the included 9W adapter

Verdict

The Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus 2020 is an 8-inch budget tablet featuring a 1280 x 800 IPS display (189 ppi), a 2.0 GHz quad-core MediaTek MT8168 processor, and 3GB of RAM. This specific 64GB storage variant supports expansion up to 1TB via microSD and includes a 4,850mAh battery providing up to 12 hours of mixed-use. Key pros include the addition of Qi wireless charging—a rarity for budget devices—faster 9W wired charging, and a durable plastic build that is twice as drop-resistant as an iPad mini. However, notable cons include the lack of native Google Play Store access, a relatively low-resolution screen with poor outdoor visibility, and mediocre 2MP front and rear cameras.

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