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Fire HD 8 tablet, 8" HD display, 32 GB, (2020 release), designed for portable entertainment, Black
- 8" HD display, 2X the storage (32 or 64 GB of internal storage and up to 1 TB with microSD card) + 2 GB RAM. 10th generation (2020 release).
- All-day battery life - Up to 12 hours of reading, browsing the web, watching videos, and listening to music.
- Now with USB-C for easier charging. Fully charges in under 5 hours (with included cable + adapter).
- 30% faster thanks to the new 2.0 GHz quad-core processor.
- Enjoy your favorite apps like Netflix, Facebook, Hulu, Instagram, TikTok, and more through Amazon’s Appstore (Google Play not supported).
- Stay on track – Check email, make video calls, update shopping lists, and set reminders. Use your favorite apps like Zoom, Outlook, and OneNote.
- Hands-free with Alexa, including on/off toggle.
- 2 MP front and rear-facing cameras with 720p HD video recording.
- Dual-band, enhanced wifi.
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Fast and responsive
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Great for entertainment and downtime
Enjoy endless entertainment: Millions of movies, TV episodes, apps, eBooks, and songs—plus games you can play distraction-free in Game Mode. Stream and download videos from Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and SHOWTIME or make video calls on apps like Zoom.
Get more done throughout your day
Check your email with Outlook. Browse recipes on your favorite sites and then update your grocery list. Manage to-do lists and set reminders with apps like OneNote and Notepad. Stay in touch with friends and family using Zoom, Skype, and more. Keep up with the latest from social media apps like Twitter and all your favorite news sources, all in one place.
See and do more with Alexa
Alexa connects you to the information, entertainment, and people who matter most—with just your voice. Ask to play videos and music, open apps, check the weather, access compatible smart home devices, call or message almost anyone, and much more.
Just say “Alexa”—even when the tablet screen is asleep on standby. Alexa and Fire HD 8 are designed to protect your privacy. For example, you can view and delete your voice recordings or use the Alexa Hands-Free Mode on/off toggle at any time.
Screen time is now family time
With Amazon Kids (FreeTime), parents can create child profiles to limit screen time, set educational goals, and manage content with easy-to-use parental controls. Amazon Kids is free on every Fire tablet—or subscribe to Amazon Kids+ (FreeTime Unlimited) to access over 20,000 kid-friendly titles.
A secure cover with easy access
Designed by Amazon, the slim, form-fitting case with built-in stand allows for hands-free viewing in landscape and portrait orientations.
The cover remains securely closed at home or on the go with a magnetic closure. Easy access to buttons, ports, and cameras.
Every day is an earth day
You don’t have to be an environmental scientist to make sustainable choices. We considered sustainability in the design of this tablet. Here’s how:
Device Packaging
94% of this tablet's packaging is made of wood fiber-based materials from responsibly managed forests or recycled sources.
Energy Efficiency
This tablet was designed for improved energy efficiency, earning the ENERGY STAR certification. Enjoy this tablet with up to 12 hours of battery life.
Part With Purpose
There may come a time when you want to trade in or recycle your tablet. Explore options with Amazon Second Chance.
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Ratings | 4.5 out of 5 stars (15,023) | 4.6 out of 5 stars (173,504) | 4.5 out of 5 stars (43,534) | 4.6 out of 5 stars (125,042) |
Display | 7" | 8" HD | 8" HD | 10.1" 1080p full HD |
Resolution | 1024 x 600 (171 ppi) | 1280 x 800 (189 ppi) | 1280 x 800 (189 ppi) | (1920 x 1200) with over 2 million pixels (224 ppi) |
Storage | 16 or 32 GB (expandable by up to 512 GB) | 32 or 64 GB (expandable by up to 1 TB) | 32 or 64 GB (expandable by up to 1 TB) | 32 or 64 GB (expandable by up to 1 TB) |
CPU | Quad-core 2.0 GHz | Quad-core 2.0 GHz | Quad-core 2.0 GHz | Octa-core 2.0 GHz |
RAM | 2 GB | 2 GB | 3 GB | 3GB |
Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 12 hours | Up to 12 hours | Up to 12 hours |
Ports | USB-C (2.0) | USB-C (2.0) | USB-C (2.0) | USB-C (2.0) |
Charging time (with included adapter) | 4 hours | 5 hours | 4 hours | 4 hours |
Wireless charging | ✔️ | |||
Audio | Mono speaker | Dual speakers | Dual speakers | Dual speakers |
Dolby Atmos | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | |
Hands-free with Alexa | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
Show Mode (full-screen Alexa experience) | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | |
Warranty and service | 90-day limited warranty | 90-day limited warranty | 90-day limited warranty | 1-year limited warranty |
Camera | 2 MP front and rear-facing cameras with 720p HD video recording | 2 MP front- and rear-facing | 2 MP front- and rear-facing | 2 MP front-facing and 5 MP rear-facing |
Weight | 9.9 ounces (282 g) | 12.5 oz (355 g) | 12.5 oz (355 g) | 16.4 oz (465 g) |
Technical details
Fire HD 8
Display |
8” high-definition touchscreen; 1280 x 800 resolution at 189 ppi, HD video playback, with IPS (in-plane switching) technology |
Size |
8.0” x 5.4” x 0.4” (202 x 137 x 9.7 mm) |
Weight |
12.5 oz (355 g) Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process |
CPU & RAM |
Quad-core 2.0 GHz with 2 GB of RAM |
Storage |
32 GB (24.8 GB available to user) or 64 GB (55.6 GB available to user) of internal storage. Add microSD card for up to 1 TB of additional storage. Some apps may require that they are installed on internal storage. App or feature updates may impact available storage. |
Battery life |
Up to 12 hours of reading, browsing the web, watching video, and listening to music. Battery life will vary based on device settings, usage, and other factors such as web browsing and downloading content. Certain software features or apps may reduce battery life. |
Charge time |
Fully charge in under 5 hours using the USB-C cable and 5W power adapter included in the box. Fully charge in under 4 hours with 9W adapter (sold separately), and under 3 hours with 15W adapter and USB type C to C cable (adapter and cable sold separately). |
Wifi connectivity |
Dual-band wifi. Supports public and private wifi networks or hotspots that use the dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n/ac standards with support for WEP, WPA, and WPA2 security using password authentication; does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) wifi networks. Wifi 6 (802.11 ax) is not currently supported. |
4G connectivity |
N/A |
Ports |
USB-C (2.0) connector for charging; microSD slot for external storage. |
Audio |
3.5 mm stereo jack and integrated speaker; external volume controls |
Sensors |
Accelerometer, ambient light sensors |
Camera specs |
2 MP front- and rear-facing cameras with 720p HD video recording |
Location services |
Location-based services via wifi |
Available colors |
Black, Twilight Blue, Plum, White |
Bluetooth |
Built-in Bluetooth 5.0 LE with support for A2DP compatible stereo headphones, speakers, microphone, and LE accessories |
Accessibility features |
To enable features that personalize Alexa to your abilities, go to Settings → Accessibility. |
Warranty and service |
90-day limited warranty and service included. Optional 1-year, 2-year, and 3-year extended warranty available for U.S. customers sold separately. Use of Fire HD 8 tablet is subject to Amazon's Conditions of Use and these terms. |
Included in the box |
Fire HD 8 tablet, USB-C (2.0) cable, 5W power adapter, and Quick Start Guide |
Generation |
10th generation - 2020 release |
Software Security Updates |
This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own a Fire tablet, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device. |
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Customers like the quality, ease of use, value, screen quality and battery life of the Amazon tablet. They mention that it's a solid tablet for the kids, decent for casual use and that it clicks in easily. They also appreciate performance, and size. However, some customers are mixed on speed.
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Customers like the quality of the tablet. They mention that it's well-made, easy to use, and has great features. Some say that it is a solid tablet for the kids and has a good form. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...The three main screens all have good features - I like that things can be hidden from the menu screen so it's not overly cluttered...." Read more
"...TL;DR: This is a really, really good tablet, bordering on great FOR. THE. PRICE!..." Read more
"...It's an okay tablet and perfectly functional especially for Kindle books, music, and Prime Video if you have those subscriptions...." Read more
"...The camera is barely OK. It works to take a pic to remember something, but not anything you would ever want to view on a larger screen or print out...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the Amazon tablet. They say it's well-made, easy to set up and use, and convenient. It clicks in easily and charges nicely, and it' s a simple tablet with enough storage for kids. Some customers like the kid settings, saying they can prevent their kids from getting into videos or any other content. Overall, customers find the tablet to be more useful than they thought.
"...It clicks in easily and charges nicely, complete with telling expected time to full charge...." Read more
"...The one I am using has a much better user interface than the native Kindle Music player, which make selection of albums and creation of playlists..." Read more
"...Packaging was simple with minimal plastic. Setup took a few seconds with an available amazon account...." Read more
"...I did have a lot of problems downloading episodes, which is actually why I bought this in the first place, and I don't like that you can't download..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the tablet. They mention that it has good quality for the price and that it is a good option for reading, watching movies, shopping on Amazon, playing games, and listening to audiobooks.
"...Plenty of room for books. Reasonably priced. Great to take on trips." Read more
"...That being said, this is easily the best device in this price range, and anyone considering a tablet, especially if they're primarily looking for a..." Read more
"...HIGHLY recommend for media consumption and kindle reading. Super affordable, comfortable to hold thanks to the larger uniform bezels and portable..." Read more
"...So your mileage may vary.Overall I think it's a fantastic tablet for the cost, and nearly as good as any of the "i- " products at a..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the screen quality of the Kindle Fire 8. They say it is clear, shows books and video in sufficient quality, has decent picture, and sound quality. The color and video look great, and the resolution is decent. The graphics are perfect for playing games, and it is handy to take anywhere.
"...It also upgraded the visuals on a few games that I play on it, in every good way.I don't use the camera so I can't comment on that...." Read more
"I use this for both ebooks and surfing, and it's good at both. Great screen and brightness, touch screen works well...." Read more
"...The screen is great for this price range--colors are bright, lines are sharp, and there's not really any pixilation...." Read more
"...Perfect size to watch movies on an airplane tray table- Decent screen resolution..." Read more
Customers like the battery life of the Amazon tablet. They say it's portable, has good battery life, and has a better battery inside.
"...The battery life is impressive, and will also estimate when the battery will run out given current usage...." Read more
"...Easy to charge quickly, still holds charge after a couple of years. Plenty of room for books. Reasonably priced. Great to take on trips." Read more
"...Battery life seems about average so far...." Read more
"...Amazing battery life. I downloaded a whole bunch of shows and also reset a couple of times. Then downloaded again...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the Amazon tablet. For example they say it works well, is great for surfing the web and reading books, and can run apps perfectly well. Some mention that the camera is barely OK, but it works to take a picture to remember something. Overall, most are satisfied with the tablet's performance.
"...Made for Amazon environment, so Prime Video, Audible, and Kindle books work great. Mostly.-..." Read more
"...isn't great, but you can download apk to the tablet and it'll run it perfectly well - which is great because 80% of the apps you would use an..." Read more
"...Not all is perfect, however. The first Kindle 8 failed within a day when I attempted to install a large collection of MP3 albums...." Read more
"...Very cumbersome and ineffective. This feature works flawlessly on Android, but I often have to type notes manually when I get fed up with the wonky..." Read more
Customers like the size of the tablet. They say that the 8-inch screen is just the right size for traveling with, and the larger screen area is a plus. They appreciate the form factors, saying that it has sufficient screen size for their needs. Some customers also mention that the sound is good.
"...This is a larger, sturdy Kindle Kire that feels substantial...." Read more
"...The device is extremely lightweight, and fits nicely in my hands...." Read more
"...Screen and Size:I appreciate the form factors -- it has sufficient screen size for my use but also very portable to carry around...." Read more
"...Positive:+ Type-C charging+ Very inexpensive+ Very nice size+ Viewing angles aren't that badNeutral:..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the tablet. Some mention it's faster, has double the storage of their old one, and runs smoothly. However, others say that it'd be very slow and low quality, apps are slow to install and update, and the screen has a significantly lower refresh rate.
"...The volume is better when using headphones. Bluetooth pairing is also really quick and reliable...." Read more
"...is honestly pretty terrible, and seems to even have trouble properly processing things in Bing, which is its default search engine; I plan to rarely..." Read more
"...It is quick and complete for e-mail. It allows you to stream A/V with excellent small screen video (1 person size)...." Read more
"...Cons- Wow, this is slow. I'm comparing it to my phone, which is technically top of the line as of last November, and this is slow...." Read more
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The screen resolution is incredible - I chose a Van Gogh painting as my background, and you can see the brushstrokes in it. As I'm old enough to remember when video games were moving pixels, this is stunning to me. It also upgraded the visuals on a few games that I play on it, in every good way.
I don't use the camera so I can't comment on that. The volume and power buttons are right next to each other - I dislike this as I often tap the volume when I mean to hit the power. I prefer the older version where they're separate from each other.
The charging cord is a type C, which is a sturdier upgrade from the previous micro USB. It clicks in easily and charges nicely, complete with telling expected time to full charge. The battery life is impressive, and will also estimate when the battery will run out given current usage.
The screen is responsive to touch, with or without the screen protector on it. The three main screens all have good features - I like that things can be hidden from the menu screen so it's not overly cluttered.
Alexa is included, and can be turned off.
The Kindle Reading Insights feature has challenges to help encourage reading more. It tracks days, weeks, months, and number of books read and offers achievements for meeting goals. You can add a reading goal of books per year. This didn't seem to be working consistently for previous books read, so I'm more conscientious about ensuring books are marked as read now. It did import activity from my previous Kindle.
** I just learned this - do not turn off Whispersync if you want the Reading Insights to track properly. Totally ruined my 107 day reading streak! ;) **
I love this device and really enjoy the upgrade from my previous, hard working unit.
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2022
The screen resolution is incredible - I chose a Van Gogh painting as my background, and you can see the brushstrokes in it. As I'm old enough to remember when video games were moving pixels, this is stunning to me. It also upgraded the visuals on a few games that I play on it, in every good way.
I don't use the camera so I can't comment on that. The volume and power buttons are right next to each other - I dislike this as I often tap the volume when I mean to hit the power. I prefer the older version where they're separate from each other.
The charging cord is a type C, which is a sturdier upgrade from the previous micro USB. It clicks in easily and charges nicely, complete with telling expected time to full charge. The battery life is impressive, and will also estimate when the battery will run out given current usage.
The screen is responsive to touch, with or without the screen protector on it. The three main screens all have good features - I like that things can be hidden from the menu screen so it's not overly cluttered.
Alexa is included, and can be turned off.
The Kindle Reading Insights feature has challenges to help encourage reading more. It tracks days, weeks, months, and number of books read and offers achievements for meeting goals. You can add a reading goal of books per year. This didn't seem to be working consistently for previous books read, so I'm more conscientious about ensuring books are marked as read now. It did import activity from my previous Kindle.
** I just learned this - do not turn off Whispersync if you want the Reading Insights to track properly. Totally ruined my 107 day reading streak! ;) **
I love this device and really enjoy the upgrade from my previous, hard working unit.
I purchased the version with lockscreen ads, but I honestly don't even notice them, and couldn't tell you anything about a single one that I've seen. All of the major streaming apps for movies, television, and music are available in the Amazon Appstore, and most were already pre-loaded on the device. The screen is great for this price range--colors are bright, lines are sharp, and there's not really any pixilation. The device is extremely lightweight, and fits nicely in my hands. It's made of plastic, but it doesn't feel cheap like many other devices in this price range. The sound quality is also surprisingly good, so it can easily be used without external speakers or earbuds without sacrificing too much in terms of quality. Battery life seems about average so far.
There are only a very small handful of negatives. The screen seems to hold fingerprints and smudges much more easily than many other devices that I own. Furthermore, the device as a whole seems sluggish for the first few minutes after turning it on, although this doesn't seem to last for very long. Additionally, while the Amazon Appstore has basically everything I want for my purposes, there's nowhere near the variety of the Google Play Store or Apple App Store, so some people will definitely be missing things they want. Semi-related to the lack of Appstore offerings, the Silk browser that comes preinstalled is honestly pretty terrible, and seems to even have trouble properly processing things in Bing, which is its default search engine; I plan to rarely use this to surf the web, and set up Bing Rewards so I at least get something out of it if I feel that I need to do so, so this isn't as problematic for me as it may be for others.
Overall, this is a fantastic tablet at this price point. If you primarily want to stream music and video, or are looking for something inexpensive for a child, this is a great option. Unlike the other offerings in this price range (Onn and random Chinese brands), the screen quality and sound are great, and this doesn't feel cheap (I'd imagine that it's sold at cost or at a loss, primarily to encourage people to utilize Amazon services). If the Amazon Appstore were more robust--which would be doing consumers a favor by hitting the current duopoly, considering Apple is trying to build a "walled garden" they control entirely, and Google would like to do something similar (especially when Fuchsia rolls out to phones and tablets in two or so years)--I would honestly recommend this device to everyone who was looking for a tablet. That being said, this is easily the best device in this price range, and anyone considering a tablet, especially if they're primarily looking for a streaming device, should give the Fire HD 8 a look.