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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 (15,196) | 4.6 out of 5 stars (173,527) | 4.5 out of 5 stars (43,550) | 4.6 out of 5 stars (125,198) |
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 size, battery life, and value of the Kindle Fire. For example, they mention it has a sufficient screen size, it's small enough to go anywhere, and it'll run on a better battery inside. That said, some complain about the apps and performance.
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Customers like the quality of the tablet. They say it's almost perfect, has a lovely display, and is an excellent content consumption device. They also say it provides excellent reading experience, is very nice for movies, photos, and games, and has perfect graphics.
"...For me it is the most important thing. It's a great content consumption device which provides excellent reading experience similar to my old..." Read more
"...for travel, and as long as you play in Amazon's sandbox, the experience is mostly good...." Read more
"...I have been using Amazon e-readers for about 10 years. The experience has been wonderful...." Read more
"...The resolution, as others have noted, is very nice for movies, photos, etc. and the battery life is better than my iPhone12pro's...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the tablet. They say it's a great gift for the price, and is good for the money. Some customers also mention that the tablet is durable and worth the time.
"...HIGHLY recommend for media consumption and kindle reading. Super affordable, comfortable to hold thanks to the larger uniform bezels and portable..." 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
"...This came up with decent specs for an amazing price, so I bought one. Then realized that it wouldn't be out until 6/29...." Read more
"...Plenty of room for books. Reasonably priced. Great to take on trips." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the picture quality of the tablet. They mention that the screen is great, and the built-in speaker quality is good. The picture is very quality 1080 HD, and it has a better display than most smartphones. The product is well made, and easy to use.
"...The display quality of the 8 inch screen is great, everything is crisp and sharp. For me it is the most important thing...." 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
"I use this for both ebooks and surfing, and it's good at both. Great screen and brightness, touch screen works well...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the tablet. They mention that it is simple to use, user friendly, and convenient. They appreciate the better user interface than the native Kindle Music. Customers also like that it's easy to pick up and read emails and news without having to wait for it to boot up.
"...Packaging was simple with minimal plastic. Setup took a few seconds with an available amazon account...." 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
"...The larger screen makes it super easy to navigate on (nothing like trying to navigate on the FiiO M6) but it also reduces its portability...." Read more
"...While the tablet is very "user friendly", it's not very good for those of you who like to poke around the more technical side of things...." Read more
Customers like the battery life of the tablet. They say it has an outstanding battery inside.
"...Battery life is also great considering the brightness levels I keep it at and charged via USB TYPE C which is a bonus." Read more
"...Battery Life:It claims up to 12 hours of battery life, which impressive for tablet this size...." 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 size of the tablet. For example, they say it has a sufficient screen size, it's small enough to go anywhere, and it fits the bill perfectly. They also appreciate the larger screen, keyboard, and hard drive. Overall, most find the size to be comfortable.
"...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
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"...Positive:+ Type-C charging+ Very inexpensive+ Very nice size+ Viewing angles aren't that badNeutral:..." Read more
"...The size is just perfect. The screen is large enough for anything I would do on it, yet the whole thing is small enough to slip into my purse and..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the tablet. Some mention that it runs smoothly, works great for surfing the web, and reading books, while others say that it can be laggy and has trouble properly processing things in Bing.
"...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
"...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
"...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
"...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 are dissatisfied with the apps on the Kindle Fire. They mention that it's not possible to download apps from Google Play to the tablet, the Amazon Shopping App is not supported, and the app store is lacking. Some customers also mention that the factory reset causes them to lose all of the downloaded apps.
"...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
"...etc. It's $89. The battery life is surprisingly good. The Amazon app store isn't great, but you can download apk to the tablet and it'll run it..." Read more
"...It is possible to install the Google store and have access to the apps that are not available on the Amazon store...." Read more
"...Unfortunately, the Yamaha AV Controller android app is not available in the Fire Appstore as is typical with all other audio-gear manufacturer apps...." Read more
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Packaging was simple with minimal plastic. Setup took a few seconds with an available amazon account.
The tablet itself is light and portable. The screen looks good and the sound comes out fine although not as loud as I would like. The volume is better when using headphones. Bluetooth pairing is also really quick and reliable.
I use this tablet mainly for reading kindle books and magazines and browsing the amazon app. I also watch Netflix and Hulu and YouTube with ease.
I couldn’t care less about google play store because I was able to download all the apps I frequently use on the device for free. I do know that you can add google play store if you so desired so there’s no problem there.
I don’t use the tablet to game so I can’t speak on that aspect but overall, as a budget tablet I like using the fire hd 8 a lot when I need to go out and don’t want to lug around my heavier and more expensive iPad.
I don’t care for the camera on this tablet but it’s not bad in its own right. The camera on this tablet is mediocre but gets the job done and your expectations for it shouldn’t be that high to begin with in all honesty. A better camera will drive up the price and just how often do you actually use it should be a question you genuinely ask yourself before you start docking stars for the camera.
This is a great little device for media consumption if you want a bigger screen to work with than your regular-degular smart phone. HIGHLY recommend for media consumption and kindle reading. Super affordable, comfortable to hold thanks to the larger uniform bezels and portable for on the go usage. Battery life is also great considering the brightness levels I keep it at and charged via USB TYPE C which is a bonus.
Packaging was simple with minimal plastic. Setup took a few seconds with an available amazon account.
The tablet itself is light and portable. The screen looks good and the sound comes out fine although not as loud as I would like. The volume is better when using headphones. Bluetooth pairing is also really quick and reliable.
I use this tablet mainly for reading kindle books and magazines and browsing the amazon app. I also watch Netflix and Hulu and YouTube with ease.
I couldn’t care less about google play store because I was able to download all the apps I frequently use on the device for free. I do know that you can add google play store if you so desired so there’s no problem there.
I don’t use the tablet to game so I can’t speak on that aspect but overall, as a budget tablet I like using the fire hd 8 a lot when I need to go out and don’t want to lug around my heavier and more expensive iPad.
I don’t care for the camera on this tablet but it’s not bad in its own right. The camera on this tablet is mediocre but gets the job done and your expectations for it shouldn’t be that high to begin with in all honesty. A better camera will drive up the price and just how often do you actually use it should be a question you genuinely ask yourself before you start docking stars for the camera.
This is a great little device for media consumption if you want a bigger screen to work with than your regular-degular smart phone. HIGHLY recommend for media consumption and kindle reading. Super affordable, comfortable to hold thanks to the larger uniform bezels and portable for on the go usage. Battery life is also great considering the brightness levels I keep it at and charged via USB TYPE C which is a bonus.
- Screen and Size:
I appreciate the form factors -- it has sufficient screen size for my use but also very portable to carry around. The display quality of the 8 inch screen is great, everything is crisp and sharp. For me it is the most important thing. It's a great content consumption device which provides excellent reading experience similar to my old Paperwhite.
- Speed
The marketing material says 30%. Honestly it doesn't matter for my use.
It is smooth enough for web browsing.
- Battery Life:
It claims up to 12 hours of battery life, which impressive for tablet this size.
Based on my initial impression, it is probably true. I will come back to update this review later about my real-world usage.
- Charging
Type-C port! No more micro-USB!
According to the specifications, charging time is 5 hours.
Get a more powerful charger and I think this regular HD 8 will charge up just as fast as the more expensive Fire HD 8 Plus, if not faster!
In my video review, I used a type-c PD charger that delivers 14.12 watts of power when the tablet is around 68% battery. With the included charger, it was only able to deliver 5 watts. I won’t be surprised it can be charged from 0 to 100% under 3 hours!
- Storage:
It supports 1TB of additional storage! I I bought the 32GB version, put in 64GB SD card and plan to get a larger one in the future for movie storage.
- Capable of enabling Alexa, with on/off toggle.
It works but I don't use Alexa much.
Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2020
- Screen and Size:
I appreciate the form factors -- it has sufficient screen size for my use but also very portable to carry around. The display quality of the 8 inch screen is great, everything is crisp and sharp. For me it is the most important thing. It's a great content consumption device which provides excellent reading experience similar to my old Paperwhite.
- Speed
The marketing material says 30%. Honestly it doesn't matter for my use.
It is smooth enough for web browsing.
- Battery Life:
It claims up to 12 hours of battery life, which impressive for tablet this size.
Based on my initial impression, it is probably true. I will come back to update this review later about my real-world usage.
- Charging
Type-C port! No more micro-USB!
According to the specifications, charging time is 5 hours.
Get a more powerful charger and I think this regular HD 8 will charge up just as fast as the more expensive Fire HD 8 Plus, if not faster!
In my video review, I used a type-c PD charger that delivers 14.12 watts of power when the tablet is around 68% battery. With the included charger, it was only able to deliver 5 watts. I won’t be surprised it can be charged from 0 to 100% under 3 hours!
- Storage:
It supports 1TB of additional storage! I I bought the 32GB version, put in 64GB SD card and plan to get a larger one in the future for movie storage.
- Capable of enabling Alexa, with on/off toggle.
It works but I don't use Alexa much.
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.