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Amazon Kindle Fire (512MB + 8GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£45RAM capacity:0.5 GBInternal storage:8 GBScreen size:7 inchesChipset:TI OMAP 4430

Amazon Kindle Fire (512MB + 8GB) 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 Kindle Fire (512MB + 8GB)
5.1/10

Overall score

Score
5.1/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components

90%

4.7

Technical score

10%

9.2

User score

â–¼Worse than 86% of tablets
6.6

Value for money

Value for money
6.6/ 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 72% of models
Score components

70%

5.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 72%
4.7

Technical score

Technical score
4.7/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

22%

3.4

Performance

20%

4.8

Display

16%

4.7

Camera

14%

3.8

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

6.7

Software & Features

5%

5.9

Design

3%

4.8

Audio & Multimedia

â–¼Worse than 96%
9.2

User score

User score
9.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

★Better than 92%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £45
Best rankings
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Available versions:
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Technical Specifications of tablet Amazon Kindle Fire (512MB + 8GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.7/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

22%

3.4

Performance

20%

4.8

Display

16%

4.7

Camera

14%

3.8

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

6.7

Software & Features

5%

5.9

Design

3%

4.8

Audio & Multimedia

4.7
User score
User score
9.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

9.2
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
Amazon Kindle Fire (512MB + 8GB) has a user popularity of 10 points, which is lower than 91.8% of Tablets.
10
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 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 72% of models
Score components:

70%

5.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.6
RAM capacity
0.5 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 0.5 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 97.1% of tablets and equal to that of 2.6% of tablets.
Process node
45 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 45 nm process node, which is larger than the node size used in 94.9% of tablets and equal to the node used in 4.4% of tablets.
Internal storage
8 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 8 GB which is smaller than the storage of 93.5% of tablets and equal to that of 4.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
322 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scored 322 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is lower than the score of 80.5% of tablets and equal to the score of 1.4% of tablets.
Chipset
TI OMAP 4430
This tablet uses the TI OMAP 4430 chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 68.4% of tablets and equal to those in 2.1% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1024×600
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1024×600 which is lower than that of 92.8% of tablets and equal to that of 6.2% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
169 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 169 ppi which is lower than that of 81.3% of tablets and equal to that of 0.3% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
This tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass which is stronger than that on 45.4% of tablets and equal to that on 32.7% 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
N/A
Front camera megapixels
N/A
Main camera aperture
N/A
Optical zoom
N/A
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Battery capacity
4,400 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 4,400 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 79.9% of tablets and equal to those in 0.5% of tablets.
Charging speed
5 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 5 W which is slower than in 96% of tablets and equal to speeds in 3.3% of tablets.
Battery life
8 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 8 hours, which is shorter than that of 72.2% of tablets and equal to that of 11.9% 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
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% 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
yes
This tablet supports on-device AI. 71.8% 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
413 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 413 g which is lighter than 73.9% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.2% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 1 microphones, which is more than in 0.2% of tablets and equal to the number in 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
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 Kindle Fire (512MB + 8GB) 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.
  • Includes on-device AI
    This tablet includes on-device AI, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets include on-device AI.
  • 50 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (450 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    450 nits vs 400 nits
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the TI OMAP 4430 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    TI OMAP 4,430 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 15.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (413 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    413 g vs 490 g
  • Allows app offloading
    This tablet allows app offloading, the average tablet does not. 26.4% of tablets support app offloading.
  • 5.78x cheaper
    Amazon Kindle Fire (512MB + 8GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£45 vs £260).
    £45 vs £260
  • 55.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (120 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    120 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 5.78x cheaper
    Amazon Kindle Fire (512MB + 8GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£45 vs £260).
    £45 vs £260
  • 14.6% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Amazon Kindle Fire
    the average tablet
    Amazon Kindle Fire (512MB + 8GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (9.17 vs 8.000).
    9.17 vs 8
  • 2.08x more popular
    Amazon Kindle Fire (512MB + 8GB) is more popular than the average tablet (10 vs 4.8).
    10 vs 4.81
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the TI OMAP 4430 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    TI OMAP 4,430 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 50 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (450 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    450 nits vs 400 nits
  • 49 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (450 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    450 nits vs 401 nits
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Includes on-device AI
    This tablet includes on-device AI, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets include on-device AI.
  • Allows app offloading
    This tablet allows app offloading, the average tablet does not. 26.4% of tablets support app offloading.
  • 15.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (413 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    413 g vs 490 g
  • 55.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (120 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    120 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.
  • 3.5 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (0.5 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    0.5 GB vs 4 GB
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • 50% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1024×600 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1024×600 vs 1920×1200
  • 3.21x larger process node
    This tablet uses a larger process node than the average tablet (45 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    45 nm vs 14 nm
  • 3.1 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    2 vs 6
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 7.8% worse value for money
    Amazon Kindle Fire (512MB + 8GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.58 vs 7.1).
    6.58 vs 7.1
  • 3.5 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (0.5 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    0.5 GB vs 4 GB
  • 50% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 3.21x larger process node
    This tablet uses a larger process node than the average tablet (45 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    45 nm vs 14 nm
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    2 vs 6
  • 87.5% less storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (8 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    8 GB vs 64 GB
  • Worse GPU
    This tablet uses the PowerVR SGX540 GPU, while the average tablet uses the stronger Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    PowerVR SGX540 vs Mali-G51
  • 1,533 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (333 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    333 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 55.8% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (322 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    322 points vs 729 points
  • 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.
  • 53.2% slower GPU clock
    This tablet has a lower GPU frequency than the average tablet (304 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    304 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 57% lower memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a lower memory bandwidth than the average tablet (6.4 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    6.4 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • Older DDR memory version
    This tablet uses an older DDR memory version than the average tablet (LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3). The average tablet uses DDR version LPDDR3.
    LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1024×600 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1024×600 vs 1920×1200
  • 3.1 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 24.6% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (169 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    169 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio than the average tablet (896:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    896:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 52 ppi lower screen sharpness
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (169 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    169 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 50% lower touch sampling rate
    This tablet has a lower touch sampling rate than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet has touch sampling rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 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 touch autofocus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, the average tablet does. 82.8% of tablets allow touch-to-focus.
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not offer manual exposure control, the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets have manual exposure.
  • 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 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.
  • 33.1% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4,400 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    4,400 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • 72.2% slower charging speed
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (5 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    5 W vs 18 W
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • 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 picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • 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 multi-user mode
    User score
    9.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Amazon Kindle Fire
    the average tablet
    Amazon Kindle Fire (512MB + 8GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • 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.
  • 3.4 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (11.4 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    11.4 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 8 older release date
    This tablet is an older model than the average tablet (2011 vs 2019).
    November 2011
    2011 vs 2019

Video reviews

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

8.0
HotHardware
≈ estimated
02/12/2011
Quick look · browser, music and gaming tests
Verdict
Amazon Kindle Fire is sleek and responsive for a budget tablet, held back by limited app access.
8.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
18/11/2011
Full review · reading, browser, video and battery tests
Verdict
Amazon Kindle Fire is strong as an e-reader and Amazon device, but limited as a tablet without a camera.
7.0
SourceForge
≈ estimated
18/11/2011
Hands-on review · app store and apps (part 1)
Verdict
Amazon Kindle Fire's smaller app store is fine for light use, but heavy app users should think twice.
8.0
MobileTechReview
≈ estimated
16/11/2011
Full review · apps, web, video and battery tests
Verdict
Amazon Kindle Fire is a strong budget tablet for Amazon content, with clear limits in apps and web.
9.0
Austin Evans
≈ estimated
21/11/2011
Short review · battery, apps and browser tests
Verdict
Amazon Kindle Fire is a great tablet for its price, though the missing hardware buttons are a drawback.
8.0
DetroitBORG
≈ estimated
16/11/2011
Unboxing and first look · apps, video and browser tests
Verdict
Amazon Kindle Fire leaves a favorable first impression, mainly with people who already use Amazon content.
8.0
Unbox Therapy
≈ estimated
16/11/2011
First look · unboxing and browser test
Verdict
Amazon Kindle Fire makes a positive early impression, with missing hardware volume buttons as the main drawback.
Brand video
Overview video
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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arstechnica.com
14/11/2011
Summary of the review
Don't call it a tablet: the Ars Technica Kindle Fire reviewed
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uk.pcmag.com
14/11/2011
Summary of the review
PCMag UK Amazon Kindle Fire Review 2011
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wired.com
14/11/2011
Summary of the review
Review: Amazon Kindle Fire | WIRED
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businessinsider.com
17/11/2011
Summary of the review
The Kindle Fire: Nice Try, Amazon [REVIEW] - Business Insider
C
cnn.com
18/11/2011
Summary of the review
Review: Kindle Fire a worthwhile bargain | CNN Business
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ign.com
19/11/2011
Summary of the review
Amazon Kindle Fire Review - IGN
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cnet.com
21/11/2011
Summary of the review
Amazon Kindle Fire review - CNET
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techradar.com
08/03/2013
Summary of the review
Amazon Kindle Fire review | TechRadar
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popzara.com
21/11/2011
Summary of the review
Amazon Kindle Fire Tablet (2011) | Computer Reviews
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theverge.com
13/11/2011
Summary of the review
Kindle Fire review
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engadget.com
16/11/2011
Summary of the review
First Impressions of the Kindle Fire
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cnet.com
13/11/2011
Summary of the review
Reviewing Amazon Kindle Fire not an easy task
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notebookcheck.com
09/01/2012
Summary of the review
Test Amazon Kindle Fire 7" Tablet
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ebook-fieber.de
14/11/2011
Summary of the review
Kindle Fire im Test: Amazon-Tablet bekommt gute Noten, offenbart aber auch Schwächen(www.computerbild.de) | 16.11.2011 | Amazon Kindle Fire im Test: D...
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hifitest.de
01/09/2011
Summary of the review
Test - technische Daten Tablets - Amazon Kindle Fire
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igen.fr
30/11/2011
Summary of the review
Test du Kindle Fire
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lepoint.fr
12/10/2011
Summary of the review
Test - Le Kindle, livre électronique d'Amazon
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xataka.com
28/09/2011
Summary of the review
Amazon Kindle Fire
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notebookcheck.nl
04/10/2011
Summary of the review
Amazon Kindle Fire 7" Notebookcheck Review Would you like a similar list for the Kindle Fire HD or later Fire tablet generations?
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What customers like about Amazon Kindle Fire (512MB + 8GB)

  • Extremely affordable price point, often undercutting other budget tablets
  • Deeply integrated with the Amazon ecosystem (Prime Video, Kindle books, Amazon Music)
  • Durable build quality and rugged design, particularly suitable for children
  • Long battery life on higher-end models like the Fire HD 10
  • Expandable storage via a microSD card slot up to 1TB

What customers don't like about Amazon Kindle Fire (512MB + 8GB)

  • Lack of Google Play Store access limits the selection of available apps
  • Slower performance and occasional lag, especially on entry-level models or with multiple apps open
  • Heavily ad-supported interface unless an additional fee is paid to remove 'Special Offers'
  • Fire OS can feel restrictive and user-hostile compared to stock Android or iPadOS
  • Lower-tier models often have low-resolution displays and poor viewing angles
  • Mediocre camera quality, typically only sufficient for basic video calls

Verdict

The 2011 first-generation Amazon Kindle Fire is a 7-inch tablet featuring a 1024 x 600 IPS display, a 1GHz dual-core processor, 512MB of RAM, and 8GB of internal storage. Its primary characteristics include a durable, grippable matte back, integrated stereo speakers, and a custom Fire OS interface deeply integrated with the Amazon ecosystem for books and media. Main pros include its highly competitive value at launch, a sharp and bright color screen compared to standard e-readers, and seamless access to Amazon's cloud storage and content library. Notable cons include the lack of physical volume buttons, no camera, the absence of a microSD slot for expandable storage, and occasional UI sluggishness during web browsing.

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