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Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus tablet, HD display, 32 GB, (2020 release), our best 8" tablet for portable entertainment, Slate

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Fire HD 8 Plus
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  • 8" HD display, 2X the storage (32 or 64 GB of internal storage and up to 1 TB with microSD card) + 3 GB RAM.
  • All-day battery life & wireless charging - 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 4 hours (with included cable and 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.

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Just place your tablet in the made-for-Amazon charging dock (sold separately) or another Qi-certified wireless charger to power up. Fire HD 8 Plus switches to Show Mode in the dock so you can use it hands-free with Alexa.

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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.

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Ratings 4.5 out of 5 stars (14,877) 4.6 out of 5 stars (173,472) 4.5 out of 5 stars (43,523) 4.6 out of 5 stars (124,925)
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)

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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
43,523 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the maneuverability, quality, size, battery life, and screen quality of the Amazon tablet. They mention that it's user friendly, connects very easily, and is a pretty good basic tablet. That said, some appreciate the size and weight of the tablet, which makes it easy to carry around. That being said, most are happy with the screen resolution and the battery life of the product.

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1,561 customers mention1,202 positive359 negative

Customers like the quality of the tablet. They mention it's an inexpensive, quality Android tablet, and the important features are build quality, battery life, and speed. They like that it' s perfect for their purposes, such as watching videos, playing games, and reading graphic novels. Overall, customers are happy with the tablet's quality and functionality.

"...as you have a "real" computer, this Fire HD 8 Plus table is a great companion device. Perhaps the best companion device for most people...." Read more

"...This is a solid upgrade. I just wish the screen would have been upgraded as well...." Read more

"...BATTERY LIFE: Superb and as advertised, works very well and lasts a long time. It recharges rather quickly as well.CONS:..." Read more

"...The screen is good. I could nitpick it for sure. Its a bit dull and really not bright enough if you are under bright lights...." Read more

1,173 customers mention1,003 positive170 negative

Customers like the value of the tablet. They say it's a great value and well worth the purchase for an entry-level tablet.

"...It is a lot less expensive than an iPad and does almost as much. It is also a lot more durable...." Read more

"...Kindle Fire is a step up from the previous ones and I feel it's worth the money and would recommend it to anyone...." Read more

"...I still hope the next model to 1080l,at least but this is a fine budget tablet...." Read more

"...The latest 2020 Kindle Fire 8 HD model at its pricing is well worth the purchase for an entry leveled tablet user that can't afford the more higher..." Read more

1,111 customers mention954 positive157 negative

Customers like the battery life of the tablet. They mention that it has excellent battery life, and they have no battery issues to report. They also appreciate the wireless charging capability, and the tablet lasts a long time. It recharges rather quickly. Some say that the 8-plus has a little more battery capacity, and one extra gig of RAM.

"...This newest Kindle just gets it done. It has a solid battery life, good screen, its well made, and its built to do exactly what I needed it to do...." Read more

"...It actually beats the battery life of my Oasis, which I find surprising...." Read more

"...It is the same size as my beloved iPad mini! The battery life is outstanding, and the screen is very crisp while watching movies, and it's..." Read more

"...I was able to read and watch movies for hours with the long battery life this update brings...." Read more

1,076 customers mention948 positive128 negative

Customers like the screen quality of the Amazon tablet. For example they say it's fast, has a great resolution, and is perfect for reading. Some say the picture is great and the sound quality is far from great. However, some say the stereo speakers aren't bad sounding.

"...This newest Kindle just gets it done. It has a solid battery life, good screen, its well made, and its built to do exactly what I needed it to do...." Read more

"...The battery life is outstanding, and the screen is very crisp while watching movies, and it's definitely quicker.....EXCEPT when accessing my..." Read more

"...Reading books and web pages all look crisp for my taste. I was able to read and watch movies for hours with the long battery life this update brings...." Read more

"...the sun isn't shining directly on it the display is bright, with a clear, crisp display and along with a decent battery much bigger than your..." Read more

1,013 customers mention735 positive278 negative

Customers like the maneuverability of the Amazon tablet. They say it's easy to set up, user friendly, and connects very easily to all Amazon services. Customers also say that they're able to add their gmail mailbox and customize the tablet with some specific tools. Overall, customers find the tablet to be versatile and handy.

"...If this is your first Fire, setup will be a breeze and you'll love it for the device it is. If you are upgrading?..." Read more

"The size is perfect, works like a charm, easy to navigate, travels well, and is amazing for the price!..." Read more

"...They're not as responsive as Apple products, or as pretty, but you can also buy 8 of them for the price of one iPad Mini...." Read more

"...Even so, it was easy to use and great if you needed it for smaller things an this tablet could do. Then they got worse like Apple...." Read more

755 customers mention584 positive171 negative

Customers like the size of the tablet. They mention it's perfect, works like a charm, travels well, and fits nicely in a medium sized purse. They also appreciate the size and weight of the product, which is the perfect balance of mobility and visibility. The -8" screen is a great size for reading, and does not feel cramped. The battery life and larger font options are also appreciated. The screen is adjustable for visual preferences, and is easy to use for reading books.

"...the HD 8 Plus (10th Generation, watch for that) case, and it fits like a glove...." Read more

"...SIZE: The size of the tablet is perfect for both adults and children for everyday usage and not heavy like other models...." Read more

"...The 8-inch screen seems to be the perfect size for reading ebooks...." Read more

"...We still have it and it is working fine. My son uses it. The hard drive is too small so we are always running out of space...." Read more

1,355 customers mention893 positive462 negative

Customers are mixed about the responsiveness of the tablet. Some mention that it's very fast and responsive, while others say that it feels slow and the pages still render weird. The 3 GB of RAM makes it super snappy, but it may not beat other devices. The touch screen works just fine. However, some customers say that the Wi-fi seems a bit sluggish.

"...It recharges rather quickly as well.CONS:..." Read more

"...The tablet is very snappy and the apps all execute very quickly...." Read more

"...Outdoor viewing would be nearly impossible in the sun. Its not the fastest tablet either...." Read more

"...Speed and battery are great. The QI wireless charging works like a charm. The 3gb of RAM definitely shows in the use of the tablet...." Read more

938 customers mention642 positive296 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the performance of the tablet. Some mention that it performs OK, while others say that it does not work as well as it should. Some customers also mention that the tablet does not operate outside in any sort of glare environment, and that it is not user friendly.

"...The only thing you might miss is a browser like Safari or Edge. Silk works fine and it has gotten better over the years, but I still prefer a..." Read more

"...because after a few more updates from Amazon the overall performance has gotten much better...." Read more

"...during installation: “This app requires Google Services and will not run on your device!” An example would be the superb weather app, “Dark Sky.”..." Read more

"...or TV shows in bed on a bigger screen than your phone, this does that job very well." Read more

Fire HD 8 Plus vs Ech Show 8
3 Stars
Fire HD 8 Plus vs Ech Show 8
So much has already been said about the Fire HD 8 Plus, but I was really trying to decide between the Fire HD 8 Plus and the Echo Show 8, and I couldn't find a very comprehensive overview of the difference, so I decided to try out both to see the difference.First, the screens are virtually identical in size and shape. Side-by-side, when the screens are off, it's somewhat hard to tell which one is the Fire and which one is the show. The most telling difference is the placement of the camera, which is top and center of the Fire and top and right on the Show (more on the cameras later). The screen specs are the same (8” high-definition touchscreen; 1280 x 800 resolution), but the Echo screen is considerably brighter. I wouldn't notice if they weren't side-by-side, but it's a marked difference (see photo). The Show also has more customizable wallpaper options. On the show, you can select from a number of different wallpaper options, but on the Fire, you an only customize by selecting your own photos. This may not be an issue for many, but it's one more small perk of the Show.The camera on the Fire is considerably better (2 MP vs 1 MP on the Show), but for the purposes of dropping in on another Echo device, that is pretty minor. Certainly for the purpose of using it as a tablet, this is better, but I suspect most people will have a cell phone with a better camera than that, so I don't see the 2 MP camera being a deal-breaker for most people. The placement of the camera on the Echo is a bit awkward as it is to the right of the screen, so when you're looking at the screen, it always looks a little like you're looking to the left. If you are getting this device for the purpose of having regular phone conferences, that could be a deal-maker for the Fire. However, for me, one major win that the Show has over the Fire is the physical privacy shutter. You can close it and even if someone could hack into the Show, they could still not see you because there is a physical piece of plastic in the way. This is especially comforting if you are going to have this in a bedroom or somewhere else where privacy is especially important.By far, the biggest difference for me in these two is the sound quality. As some have said, the sound on the Fire is worse than most cell phones, and much worse than any speaker on the Echo line. And, in the opposite direction, the Echo Show speaker is spectacular. The volume is extraordinarily loud (to the point where, if it is on full volume, it actually hurts my ears to listen to). The attached video shows the difference in volume. The first few seconds are of the Fire at full volume, and then it switches over to the Show, and then back. On a different song, the max dB reading for the Fire was 67.1 dB, whereas the max for the show was 89.5 dB. The bass on the Show is substantial, and the overall quality, though not the best speaker you will ever hear, far outstrips the quality and volume of the Fire.There are a few other differences that are possibly somewhat minor to some. For example, Spotify is not native to the Fire Show screen, so if you want to play music on Spotify, it will switch you to the Fire OS, where you will have to install Spotify and play from there. Not a big deal, but it's somewhat nice that Spotify comes out of the box for the Show. There are other similar things, and I haven't explored them all, but it is to say that the Fire version of an Echo Show is not 1:1 of the actual Echo Show.As far as the tablet itself, again, this has been reviewed somewhat exhaustively, but I'll say (as many others have) that it pales in comparison to a higher-end tablet such as an iPad. I got my iPad 7 for $250 new at Best Buy, so for a little over double the price, I was able to get 10x the performance over the Fire HD 8 Plus and double the screen size. There are definitely things to like about the Fire, and for a budget e-reader/video streamer/audiobook player, then this could be a great deal for you. But, then again, you could get all of that from the Fire 7 for half the price. It's all about your priorities and your budget, but the wireless charging and more RAM didn't win me over enough to justify this tablet in my arsenal of screens. It might for you, though.Bottom line, if you are looking for a Fire tablet that also works as an Echo, this may be what you're looking for. It is a nice enough tablet (if you know what you're getting into), and it definitely functions as an Echo to do things like turn on smart home devices and tell you the weather. However, if you are looking for an Echo that is also a tablet (as I was), I highly recommend going with the Echo Show 8 instead. There are a lot of other good tablet options out there, and the speaker difference alone gives the Show much more value in my opinion.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2020
Digital Storage Capacity: 32 GBOffer Type: Lockscreen Ad-SupportedColor: SlateStyle: Fire HD 8 PlusVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars A great entertainment device for the money.
Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2020
What can I add to the thousands of mostly positive reviews here? Let me try to just add a different perspective without all of the tech talking points that seem to be well covered here. Our last Fire was the HDX model a few years back. We still have it and it is working fine. My son uses it. The hard drive is too small so we are always running out of space. I have owned various tablets from Apple and Samsung as well. I just wanted a device I could watch some shows on, read a little (I have a Kindle Oasis that I keep on my night stand) when I am out of the house, listen to occasional music, and can surf the web in lieu of my phone. The Fire 8 Plus checks those boxes. Frankly, as a long time Prime member, it is actually ideal. This device is highly integrated into the Amazon ecosystem. I read so many reviews that made this out to be a bad thing. I get that on some level but thats kind of missing the point to me. Thats actually exactly what I want. I still have access to my Netflix and Spotify accounts but I can also just hit the Video menu button and immediately be placed into my Prime video menu. Its really great. Another common complaint is the lack of the Google Android Play Store. It is a valid complaint. I have never really understood this decision by Amazon. It seems like a lot of work for no reason on Amazon's part but it does keep you in Amazon's playground. Regardless, for me its fine. The app store offers all the big name apps I want or need. This just isn't a negative for me and what I want out of the device. The screen is good. I could nitpick it for sure. Its a bit dull and really not bright enough if you are under bright lights. Outdoor viewing would be nearly impossible in the sun. Its not the fastest tablet either. You will notice it if your phone is a relatively current flagship model but it works fine.

For what its worth, I am pretty picky about my tech. This newest Kindle just gets it done. It has a solid battery life, good screen, its well made, and its built to do exactly what I needed it to do. If you spend a lot of time in the Amazon ecosystem, at approximately $120, this borders on being a must buy. Just know what you want. If you are looking for a fast vivid tablet that is diverse, this probably isn't it. If you need something that is productive as a work tool, this definitely isn't it. If you want an inexpensive little entertainment machine though, I don't think you will find a better addition to your arsenal of tech at a better price than this.
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Digital Storage Capacity: 64 GBOffer Type: Lockscreen Ad-SupportedColor: SlateStyle: Fire HD 8 PlusVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Una muy buena tablet para su precio
Reviewed in Mexico on June 23, 2022
Digital Storage Capacity: 32 GBOffer Type: Lockscreen Ad-SupportedColor: SlateStyle: Fire HD 8 PlusVerified Purchase