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Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 9inch 4G (1GB + 32GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£440RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:7 inchesChipset:TI OMAP 4470

Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 9inch 4G (1GB + 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.

5.4

Overall score

Score
5.4/ 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 76% of models
Score components

90%

5.0

Technical score

10%

8.9

User score

▼Worse than 76% of tablets
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 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 85% of models
Score components

22%

4.7

Performance

20%

5.0

Display

16%

4.9

Camera

14%

3.9

Battery

12%

5.7

Connectivity

8%

6.8

Software & Features

5%

5.5

Design

3%

5.2

Audio & Multimedia

▼Worse than 85% of tablets
8.9

User score

User score
8.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 24,224 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▲Better than 86% of tablets
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Available versions:
1GB + 32GB
Other versions:
1GB + 64GB
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Technical Specifications of tablet Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 9inch 4G (1GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 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 85% of models
Score components:

22%

4.7

Performance

20%

5.0

Display

16%

4.9

Camera

14%

3.9

Battery

12%

5.7

Connectivity

8%

6.8

Software & Features

5%

5.5

Design

3%

5.2

Audio & Multimedia

5.0
User score
User score
8.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 24,224 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.9
Popularity
Popularity
10.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 9inch 4G (1GB + 32GB) has a user popularity of 10 points, which is lower than 91.8% of Tablets.
10
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 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
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components:

60%

5.4

Overall score

40%

8.2

Price

6.3
RAM capacity
1 GB
RAM capacity
1 GB
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 1 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 77.8% of tablets and equal to that of 19.3% of tablets.
Process node
45 nm
Process node
45 nm
▼ Worse than 95% of models
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
32 GB
Internal storage
32 GB
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 32 GB which is smaller than the storage of 60.5% of tablets and equal to that of 18% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
?
Chipset
TI OMAP 4470
Chipset
TI OMAP 4470
▼ Worse than 68% of models
This tablet uses the TI OMAP 4470 chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 67.8% of tablets and equal to those in 0.2% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1920×1200
Screen resolution
1920×1200
▼ Worse than 42% of models
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1920×1200 which is higher than that of 39.2% of tablets and equal to that of 18.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Refresh rate
60 Hz
▼ Worse than 26% of models
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
Display type
IPS LCD
▲ Better than 17% of models
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
254 ppi
Pixel density
254 ppi
▲ Better than 70% of models
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 254 ppi which is higher than that of 69.6% of tablets and equal to that of 0.1% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
▲ Better than 45% of models
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
Optical image stabilization
no
Category Benchmark
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
N/A
Front camera megapixels
1.3 MP
Front camera megapixels
1.3 MP
▼ Worse than 81% of models
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 1.3 MP which is lower than in 80.8% of tablets and equal to that in 5.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
N/A
Optical zoom
1xxx
Optical zoom
1xx
▲ Better than 18% of models
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
6,000 mAh
Battery capacity
6,000 mAh
▼ Worse than 54% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 6,000 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 54% of tablets and equal to those in 4.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
9 W
Charging speed
9 W
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 9 W which is slower than in 94.2% of tablets and equal to speeds in 0.8% of tablets.
Battery life
7 hours
Battery life
7 hours
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 7 hours, which is shorter than that of 85.4% of tablets and equal to that of 5.5% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
▼ Worse than 2% of models
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
▲ Better than 50% of models
This tablet supports fast charging. 50.4% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
?
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
no
GPS
no
▼ Worse than 83% of models
This tablet does not support GPS. 82.7% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
5G connectivity
no
▼ Worse than 11% of models
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
NFC
no
▼ Worse than 11% of models
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Fire
Operating system
Fire
▼ Worse than 82% of models
This tablet uses the Fire operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 82%.
Update support duration
medium
Update support duration
medium
▲ Better than 47% of models
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
Direct OS updates
yes
▲ Better than 20% of models
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
no
On-device AI
no
▼ Worse than 28% of models
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
App tracking protection
no
▼ Worse than 28% of models
This tablet does not include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
IP rating
not rated
▼ Worse than 16% of models
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
575 g
Weight
575 g
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 575 g which is heavier than 69.8% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.2% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
Backlit keyboard
no
▼ Worse than 10% of models
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
Keyboard accessory
yes
▲ Better than 16% of models
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
Number of microphones
1
▼ Worse than 45% of models
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
aptX Adaptive
no
▼ Worse than 7% of models
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
Dolby Atmos support
no
▼ Worse than 31% of models
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
N. of speakers
2
▼ Worse than 29% of models
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
FM radio
no
▼ Worse than 19% of models
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 9inch 4G (1GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

246810TotalPerformanceDisplayCameraBatteryConnectivitySoftware & FeaturesDesignAudio & Multimedia
  • Supports fast charging
    Fast charging
    yes
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • 65,790 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    PWM dimming frequency
    65,790 Hz
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <0 Hz – >2.9k Hz
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (65790 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    65,790 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • More capable chipset
    Chipset
    TI OMAP 4470
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This tablet uses the TI OMAP 4470 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    TI OMAP 4,470 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 13.4% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    254 ppi
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (254 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    254 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 2.08x more popular
    Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 9inch 4G (1GB + 32GB) is more popular than the average tablet (10 vs 4.8).
    10 vs 4.81
  • 33 ppi higher screen sharpness
    Screen sharpness
    254 ppi
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (254 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    254 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Designed for kids
    Designed for kids
    yes
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    This tablet is suitable for kids, the average tablet is not. 23.7% of tablets are suitable for kids.
  • 11% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 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
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 9inch 4G
    the average tablet
    Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 9inch 4G (1GB + 32GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (8.88 vs 8.000).
    8.88 vs 8
  • 2.08x more popular
    Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 9inch 4G (1GB + 32GB) is more popular than the average tablet (10 vs 4.8).
    10 vs 4.81
  • 11% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 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
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 9inch 4G
    the average tablet
    Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 9inch 4G (1GB + 32GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (8.88 vs 8.000).
    8.88 vs 8
  • More capable chipset
    Chipset
    TI OMAP 4470
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This tablet uses the TI OMAP 4470 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    TI OMAP 4,470 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 65,790 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    PWM dimming frequency
    65,790 Hz
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <0 Hz – >2.9k Hz
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (65790 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    65,790 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • 13.4% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    254 ppi
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (254 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    254 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 33 ppi higher screen sharpness
    Screen sharpness
    254 ppi
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (254 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    254 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Supports fast charging
    Fast charging
    yes
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Designed for kids
    Designed for kids
    yes
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    This tablet is suitable for kids, the average tablet is not. 23.7% of tablets are suitable for kids.
  • 3.7 MP lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    1.3 MP
    ▼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    1.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • No USB Type-C
    USB Type-C
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • 3 GB less RAM
    RAM capacity
    1 GB
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 3 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    7 hours
    ▼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7 hours vs 10 hours
  • 3.21x larger process node
    Process node
    45 nm
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
    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
    Screen size
    7 inches
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <7 inches – >12 inches
    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
    CPU threads
    2
    ▼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    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
    Continuous autofocus in video
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 13.5% worse value for money
    Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 9inch 4G (1GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.26 vs 7.1).
    6.26 vs 7.1
  • 69.2% more expensive
    Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 9inch 4G (1GB + 32GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£440 vs £260).
    £440 vs £260
  • 3 GB less RAM
    RAM capacity
    1 GB
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 3.21x larger process node
    Process node
    45 nm
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
    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
    CPU threads
    2
    ▼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    2 vs 6
  • 25% lower CPU speed
    CPU speed
    1.5 GHz
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <1.2 GHz – >3.2 GHz
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.5 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • Worse GPU
    GPU model
    PowerVR SGX544
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    This tablet uses the PowerVR SGX544 GPU, while the average tablet uses the stronger Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    PowerVR SGX544 vs Mali-G51
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    big.LITTLE Architecture
    no
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    32 GB
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
    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
    GPU execution units
    1
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <2 – >24
    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
  • Older DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    LPDDR2
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    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
  • 3.1 inches smaller screen size
    Screen size
    7 inches
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <7 inches – >12 inches
    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
  • 58 nits lower peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    343 nits
    ▼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <320 nits – >750 nits
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (343 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    343 nits vs 401 nits
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    862:1
    ▼ Worse than 81% of models
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio than the average tablet (862:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    862:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 50% lower touch sampling rate
    Touch sampling rate
    60 Hz
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >300 Hz
    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
  • 3.7 MP lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    1.3 MP
    ▼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    1.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus in video
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No touch autofocus
    Touch autofocus
    no
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, the average tablet does. 82.8% of tablets allow touch-to-focus.
  • No manual exposure control
    Manual exposure
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This tablet does not offer manual exposure control, the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets have manual exposure.
  • No manual white balance
    Manual white balance
    no
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • No panorama mode
    Panorama mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    This tablet does not have a panorama mode, the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets include panorama features.
  • No BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    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
    Timelapse video
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • 3 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    7 hours
    ▼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7 hours vs 10 hours
  • 50% slower charging speed
    Charging speed
    9 W
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <10 W – >60 W
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (9 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    9 W vs 18 W
  • 8.8% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    6,000 mAh
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (6000 mAh vs 6580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6580 mAh.
    6,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • No USB Type-C
    USB Type-C
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    This tablet uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • No GPS
    GPS
    no
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    This tablet does not have GPS, the average tablet does. 82.7% of tablets feature GPS.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.0
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.0 vs 5.0
  • No cellular module
    Cellular module
    no
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • No face recognition
    Face recognition
    no
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Less advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Fire
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    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
    Split-screen support
    no
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.4% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    Camera/mic privacy
    no
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • No full-page screenshots
    Full-page screenshots
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No dark mode
    Dark mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 57% of models
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • No offline voice recognition
    Offline voice recognition
    no
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.1% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 17.3% heavier
    Weight
    575 g
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <315 g – >730 g
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (575 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    575 g vs 490 g
  • 7 older release date
    Release date
    2012
    ▼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This tablet is an older model than the average tablet (2012 vs 2019).
    November 2012
    2012 vs 2019
  • 0.8 mm thicker
    Thickness
    8.8 mm
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <6.1 mm – >11.5 mm
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (8.8 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    8.8 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 40 mm taller
    Width
    240.0 mm
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <123.8 mm – >274 mm
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (240 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200.0 mm tall.
    240.0 mm vs 200.0 mm

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What we like about Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 9inch 4G (1GB + 32GB)

  • High-resolution 1920x1200 display with vibrant colors and sharp text for reading
  • Excellent stereo speakers with Dolby Digital Plus, providing clear and loud audio
  • Fast 4G LTE speeds for seamless streaming and browsing away from Wi-Fi
  • Strong value for money compared to premium competitors like the iPad
  • Sturdy and durable build quality that feels reliable in hand
  • Extensive Amazon media ecosystem, especially beneficial for Prime members

What we don't like about Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 9inch 4G (1GB + 32GB)

  • Restricted Appstore with far fewer app and game options compared to Google Play or iOS
  • No microSD card slot for expandable storage, forcing reliance on cloud or initial internal capacity
  • Physical buttons (power and volume) are too flush with the chassis, making them difficult to find by touch
  • Reflective screen and low maximum brightness can make outdoor viewing difficult in direct sunlight
  • Occasional software sluggishness and app instability (freezing/crashing)
  • Heavily modified Fire OS interface can feel restrictive and lacks standard Android customisation

Verdict

The Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 (4G LTE, 32GB) is a media-focused tablet featuring an 8.9-inch IPS LCD display with a 1920 x 1200 resolution (254 ppi) and a 1.5GHz dual-core TI OMAP 4470 processor. It is equipped with 1GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, and support for dual-band Wi-Fi with MIMO technology alongside its 4G LTE cellular connectivity. Main characteristics include high-quality stereo speakers with Dolby audio, a front-facing HD camera, and a micro-HDMI port for video output. Pros include its vibrant, high-resolution screen ideal for 1080p video, fast 4G speeds, and deep integration with the Amazon ecosystem for Prime members. However, cons include its lack of expandable storage, the absence of a rear camera, a heavily restricted app selection through the Amazon Appstore, and the presence of lock-screen advertisements.

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