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Amazon Fire Max 11 (4GB + 128GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£240RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:11 inchesChipset:MediaTek MT8188J

Amazon Fire Max 11 (4GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications, 61 expert and video reviews and 9 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Amazon Fire Max 11 (4GB + 128GB)
7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 74% of models
Score components

35%

6.3

Technical score

30%

8.4

List score

25%

7.9

Reviews score

10%

8.7

Sentiment score

▲Better than 74% of tablets
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

▲Better than 86%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 54% of models
Score components

22%

6.4

Performance

20%

5.3

Display

16%

6.5

Camera

14%

6.5

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

8.2

Software

5%

6.5

Design

3%

5.6

Audio

▲Better than 54%
7.9

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 52% of models

80%

7.5

Average grade

20%

9.4

Popularity

Grades by review (61)
37 reviews: 25 with a printed score, 12 estimated from the review. 24 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 52%
8.4

List score

List score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (9)
List score: in 9 of 139 lists (6%)
★Better than 98%
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Available versions:
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What reviewers say about the Amazon Fire Max 11 (4GB + 128GB)

Based on 34 · 31

Reviewers love the sharp screen and premium build, but widely dislike Fire OS and its limited apps; performance splits opinion.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Amazon Fire Max 11 (4GB + 128GB)

Based on 154 owners sharing their experience in online comments

54%positive12%mixed34%negative

Owners praise the spacious screen, long battery life, and sale value, while intrusive ads and restricted software frustrate many.

What owners dislike

  • Many apps are missing from the app store, and some Google apps crash about a week after sideloading Google Play.14
  • Owners report freezes and crashes, especially when the battery drops below about 20 percent, causing lag and forced restarts.8
  • Intrusive ads disrupt use6
  • Getting Google apps needs sideloading or a PC tool, which takes time to learn, and some owners returned the tablet instead.5
  • Owners say it is a media tablet, not an iPad or Windows replacement, and some returned it expecting that.5
  • Owners say the screen looks less sharp than an older iPad or HD 10, and some find it too dim below full brightness.4
  • It has only one USB-C port and no headphone jack; owners say charging-and-headphone splitters did not work, and Bluetooth headphones often failed to connect.4
  • Owners say updates cannot be turned off, and they add software that cannot be removed, with ads returning.3
  • Owners say OneNote looks different from the desktop app with fewer pen options, and pen writing misaligns over photos.3
  • Some units won't turn on; owners say a long power press or volume-down plus power sometimes brings it back, though the home screen may not load.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of tablet Amazon Fire Max 11 (4GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 54% of models
Score components:

22%

6.4

Performance

20%

5.3

Display

16%

6.5

Camera

14%

6.5

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

8.2

Software

5%

6.5

Design

3%

5.6

Audio

6.3
Reviews score
7.9
List score
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

8.1
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 4 GB of RAM, which is more than 47.2% of tablets and equal to 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
12 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 12 nm process, which is smaller than 53.2% of tablets and equal to 13.9% of tablets.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 128 GB of internal storage, which is more than 56.2% of tablets and equal to 20% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
932 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 932 points in single-core tests, which is higher than 56.3% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Chipset
MediaTek MT8188J
This tablet runs on MediaTek MT8188J, which is less advanced than 89.8% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2000×1200
This tablet has a 2000×1200 screen, which is sharper than 58.1% of tablets and equal to 8.1% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
LCD
This tablet uses a LCD display type. 83.1% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
213 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 213 ppi, which is lower than 56.1% of tablets and equal to 1.2% of tablets.
Display glass type
Aluminosilicate Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Aluminosilicate Glass, which is less durable than 58% of tablets and the same as 7% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 69.6% of tablets and equal to 19.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0, which is wider than 57.4% of tablets and equal to 24.7% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
7,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 7,500 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 63.4% of tablets and equal to 1.3% of tablets.
Charging speed
15 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 15 W, which is slower than 52.1% of tablets and equal to 6.3% of tablets.
Battery life
14 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 14 hours, which is longer than that of 81.5% of tablets and equal to that of 3.5% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
no
This tablet does not have built-in GPS. 82.9% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Fire OS 8
This tablet uses the Fire OS 8 operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 80.9%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 32.4% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
yes
This tablet supports on-device AI. 71.7% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
?
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
490 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 490 g, which is lighter than 49.3% of tablets and equal to 2.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
20 ms
Market range: <2 ms – >26 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 20 ms, which is higher than that of 68% of tablets and equal to that of 8% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
?
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
yes
This tablet supports Dolby Atmos. 68.7% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Amazon Fire Max 11 (4GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 4 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (14 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    14 hours vs 10 hours
  • 3 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • 2,400 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (4,266 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    4,266 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 0.9 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (11 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    11 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 41,950 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (41,950 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    41,950 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • Newer Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has a newer Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 12.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 52% of models

    80%

    7.5

    Average grade

    20%

    9.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (61)
    37 reviews: 25 with a printed score, 12 estimated from the review. 24 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    7.9 vs 7.0
  • 6.3% higher list score
    List score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (9)
    List score: in 9 of 139 lists (6%)
    8.4 vs 7.9
  • 16.0% higher sentiment score
    8.7 vs 7.5
  • 6.7% better value for money
    Amazon Fire Max 11 (4GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average tablet (8.06 vs 7.6).
    8.06 vs 7.55
  • 2,400 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (4,266 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    4,266 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 2x more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (29.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    29.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 2x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • 46.2% faster GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU faster than the average tablet (950 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    950 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 10% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 4 years newer
    This tablet was released more recently than the average tablet (2023 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    2023 vs 2019
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-G57 MC2 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-G57 MC2 vs Mali-G51
  • 14.3% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (12 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    12 nm vs 14 nm
  • 0.9 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (11 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    11 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 41,950 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (41,950 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    41,950 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2000×1200 vs 1920×1200).
    2,000×1,200 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 10 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (410 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    410 nits vs 400 nits
  • 3 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 4 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (14 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    14 hours vs 10 hours
  • 13.6% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (7,500 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    7,500 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Newer Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has a newer Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet has a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.3 vs 5).
    5.3 vs 5
  • Fingerprint unlocking
    This tablet supports fingerprint unlocking, while the average tablet does not. 16% of tablets offer this.
    Side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    via USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode adapter
  • Includes on-device AI
    This tablet includes on-device AI, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets include on-device AI.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet supports extra dim mode, while the average tablet does not. 35.9% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.5% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    LCD vs IPS LCD
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (400:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    400:1 vs 1,015:1
  • No tap-to-focus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, while the average tablet does. 83% of tablets support touch autofocus.
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Fire OS 8 vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Fire OS 8 vs Android
  • No GPS
    This tablet does not include GPS, while the average tablet does. 82.9% of tablets include GPS.
  • 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
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    LCD vs IPS LCD
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (400:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    400:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 3.6% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (213 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    213 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No tap-to-focus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, while the average tablet does. 83% of tablets support touch autofocus.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama mode.
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 16.7% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (15 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    15 W vs 18 W
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • No GPS
    This tablet does not include GPS, while the average tablet does. 82.9% of tablets include GPS.
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Fire OS 8 vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Fire OS 8 vs Android
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • 11 ms higher pen latency
    This tablet has higher pen latency than the average tablet (20 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    20 ms vs 9 ms
  • 83.8 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (259.1 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    259.1 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 59.1 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (259.1 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    259.1 mm vs 200 mm
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

5.0
theverge.com
✓ explicit
14/06/2023
Hands-on review · Productivity tablet
Verdict
The Fire Max 11 has the best hardware of any Amazon tablet, but its old software and thin app store make it a poor pick for work.
8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
14/06/2023
Lab test · Budget productivity tablet
Verdict
The Fire Max 11 is a respectable tablet with a big, sharp screen and snappy performance, best for people already using Amazon services.
8.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
19/06/2023
Hands-on review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Fire Max 11 is a surprisingly zippy budget tablet for Amazon fans, but missing apps and Google services hold it back.
7.0
digitaltrends.com
✓ explicit
01/07/2024
Revisited review · Media tablet
Verdict
The Fire Max 11 is a great-value media tablet with a bright screen and kickstand case, but Fire OS and the sparse app store limit it for work.
5.0
theguardian.com
≈ estimated
17/07/2023
Hands-on review · Work tablet
Verdict
The Fire Max 11 looks and feels better than other Fire tablets, but poor software and missing productivity apps make it weak for work.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
31/07/2023
Review · Budget tablet with keyboard
Verdict
The Fire Max 11 is a capable tablet with a sharp screen and handles everyday tasks well, but limited apps keep it from being a true work device.
8.0
digitalcameraworld.com
✓ explicit
17/01/2024
Hands-on review · Entertainment tablet
Verdict
The Fire Max 11 is a great entertainment tablet for Prime, Audible and Kindle subscribers, but missing apps and no Google Play make it a hard sell.
6.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
14/07/2025
Review · Large-screen Fire tablet
Verdict
The Fire Max 11 is the brand's best tablet yet, with great performance and battery life, but Fire OS 8 limits it, so it suits Amazon loyalists.
8.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
19/11/2025
Lab test · Large-screen tablet
Verdict
The Fire Max 11 gives Amazon Prime subscribers a big screen at a surprisingly low price, though limited app selection may put off other buyers.
5.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
28/06/2023
Hands-on test · Fire OS software
Verdict
The Amazon Fire Max 11 has a solid metal body and a nice screen, but Fire OS, with no Google apps, holds it back for anything beyond Amazon content.
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
02/07/2023
Hands-on test · Family tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire Max 11 is a solid, long-lasting family tablet for streaming, but without YouTube, Chrome or Gmail it is harder for less tech-savvy users.
9.2
mashable.com
✓ explicit
16/08/2023
Hands-on test · Streaming and productivity
Verdict
The Amazon Fire Max 11 is a fast tablet for streaming and browsing, but its limited app store and missing Google apps make it a weak work device.
R
reviewed.com
16/08/2023
≈ estimated
4.0
Summary of the review
The Amazon Fire 11 Max tablet - Reviewed
B
biblebuyingguide.com
17/06/2023
≈ estimated
9.0
Summary of the review
Amazon Fire Max 11 Review - Bible Buying Guide
T
tomsguide.com
07/07/2023
✓ explicit
7.0
Summary of the review
Amazon Fire Max 11 review - Tom's Guide
9.0
pocket-lint.com
✓ explicit
20/09/2023
Hands-on review · Premium Fire tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire Max 11 is a well-built, affordable tablet with stylus and keyboard options, but Fire OS and limited apps keep it from rivalling iPads.
8.0
cnet.com
✓ explicit
14/06/2023
Hands-on review · Productivity bundle
Verdict
The Amazon Fire Max 11 is a good-value tablet that looks and feels pricier than it costs, with better cameras, but the missing Google Play Store limits it.
5.0
androidpolice.com
✓ explicit
24/07/2023
Hands-on review · App store test
Verdict
The Amazon Fire Max 11 has much better hardware than earlier Fire tablets, but Fire OS and missing apps make it hard to recommend.
7.0
howtogeek.com
✓ explicit
11/07/2023
Hands-on review · Media and gaming
Verdict
The Amazon Fire Max 11 is a comfortable media tablet for streaming, Kindle reading and casual games, with long battery life, but a weak fit for real work.
8.0
goodereader.com
✓ explicit
22/06/2023
Hands-on review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Amazon Fire Max 11 suits Kindle readers and streaming fans, but its cramped 5:3 screen and missing Google Play Store limit it for work.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Amazon Fire Max 11 (4GB + 128GB)

  • Sleek and premium-looking aluminum build compared to previous plastic Fire models
  • Vibrant 11-inch display with 2000 x 1200 resolution and good brightness
  • Exceptional battery life, often lasting up to 14–20 hours in video tests
  • Faster performance than previous Fire tablets, offering a snappier user experience for daily tasks
  • Includes useful hardware features like a reliable fingerprint scanner and Wi-Fi 6 support
  • Strong integration with the Amazon ecosystem (Prime Video, Kindle, Audible)

What customers don't like about Amazon Fire Max 11 (4GB + 128GB)

  • Limited app selection due to the lack of Google Play Store access
  • Fire OS software is restrictive and feels outdated compared to standard Android or iPadOS
  • Very slow charging speeds, taking roughly 3.5 to 4 hours for a full charge
  • Unsuited for high-end productivity despite being marketed as a 'productivity' tablet
  • Camera quality is basic and lacks detail, particularly for photography
  • Multitasking features are clunky and limited to simple split-screen mode

Verdict

The Amazon Fire Max 11 is a powerful 13th Generation tablet featuring a vivid 11-inch 2K display with 2000 x 1200 resolution and a slim, durable aluminium chassis. It is equipped with an octa-core MediaTek MT8188J processor, 4GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage, which is expandable up to 1TB via microSD. Key advantages include an impressive 14-hour battery life, Wi-Fi 6 support for fast streaming, and the inclusion of a fingerprint sensor for secure unlocking. While it offers a premium build and smooth performance for entertainment, notable drawbacks include the absence of the Google Play Store and a lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack.

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