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…
| display | 1280 x 800 resolution at 189 ppi, 8” high-definition touchscreen, HD video playback, with IPS (in-plane switching) technology |
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| size | 7.94” x 5.40” x 0.37” (201.90mm x 137.34 mm x 9.60 mm) |
| weight | 11.88 ounces (337 grams) Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process |
| CPU RAM | Hexa-core 2.0 GHz with 2 GB of RAM |
| Storage | 32 GB (25.2 GB available to user) or 64 GB (54.5 GB available to user) of internal storage. Add microSD slot 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 13 hours of reading, browsing the web, watching videos, 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 3 hours with 9W adapter (sold separately), and under 2.5 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 security standard of WEP, WPA3 OWE, WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal and WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Enterprise. Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 ax) is currently not supported. |
| Ports | USB-C (2.0) connector for charging, microSD slot for external storage. |
| Audio | 3.5 mm stereo jack and integrated speakers, external volume controls |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor |
| Camera specs | 2 MP front-facing and 2 MP rear-facing cameras with 720p HD video recording |
| Localization services | Location-based services via wifi |
| Available colors | Black, Denim, Rose |
| Bluetooth | and LE accessories support, Built-in Bluetooth 5.2 with support for A2DP compatible stereo headphones, microphone, speakers |
| Accessibility features | To enable features that personalize Alexa to your abilities, go to Settings → Accessibility. • VoiceView screen reader enables access for customers who are blind or visually impaired. • Screen Magnifier enables customers to zoom in/out, and pan around the screen. • Tap to Alexa enables access to Alexa via touch, instead of speech, through on-screen tiles or a keyboard, including the ability to save your favorite actions. • Switch Access enables access for customers who have motor impairments, and are unable to touch the screen, via compatible Bluetooth devices. • Kindle Read Aloud will have Alexa read your Kindle books aloud. • Fire tablet Accessibility features also include settings for Closed Captioning, Font Size, Display Size, High Contrast Text, Color Inversion, Color Correction, and Convert Stereo to Mono audio. (Captions are not available for all content.) |
| 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 | 12th generation – 2022 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. |
Savvyshopper21 –
I traded in my 2019 Kindle Fire 7 to trade up to this Kindle HD8. I was very displeased with the Kindle Fire 7. Always had a short battery life and surfing the internet was beyond slow. This Kindle Fire HD8 had none of those pitfalls. With a deal and a trade in, it cost me only $5 than what I…
Amznthrift –
This is my 5th or 6th tablet. It’s light and perfect size for traveling and reading at night – adjustable night reading is clutch so I don’t wake my husband. I only use it to read so can’t comment on using it to browse the internet but for reading it’s all I need. Not gonna lie though,…
Danny –
The Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet is a versatile and feature-rich device that redefines your entertainment experience. With its vibrant display, powerful performance, and extensive content library, this tablet becomes your go-to device for everything from streaming movies to reading books and…
Ashley –
I love my Kindle Fire, for the most part. I’ve had several, and if mine were to need replaced, I’d probably still choose another Fire over the other Kindle options, just for versatility. The Fire is compatible with the Libby library app, which is great, as you download books from Libby…
Shaunie –
I love it has everything I use on it plus 7 or books so I can read when I have a few minutes no matter where I am. Easy to use graphics are amazing. The price is a steal
Marcella Lister –
The volume is too low. I believe the tablet was defective to start with.