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Amazon Fire HD 8 (2017)#7266

Released: 2017

Amazon Fire HD 8 (2017)

Overall Score

53.7

Category Breakdown

Overall(#7266)53.7
Performance(#6566)54.3
Camera(#8570)41.9
Display(#2916)70.5
Battery(#3847)43.5
Build(#11698)63.8

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Short Review

  • The Amazon Fire HD 8 (2017) features a compact design with dimensions of 214 x 128 x 9.7 mm and a weight of 369 grams, available in multiple colors.
  • Its 8.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 800 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 189 ppi.
  • Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT8163 chipset with a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 1.5GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
  • The device includes a 2 MP rear camera capable of 720p video recording, but lacks a front-facing camera.
  • Battery life is supported by a 3210 mAh capacity, though it does not support fast charging or wireless charging.
  • The software runs on a customized version of Android 5.1, offering a user-friendly interface with access to Amazon services.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device features stereo speakers and a headphone jack for audio output.
  • Overall, the Fire HD 8 (2017) is designed primarily for media consumption and basic functionality.
  • Special features include a lightweight build and a variety of color options.

Specifications

General

Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size8"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~189 ppi density)
PPI800
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT8163 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T730MP3
Memory16GB 1.5GB RAM, 32GB 1.5GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera2 MP
Main Camera Details2 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video Recording720p
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗

Battery

Capacity3210 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3210 mAh, non-removable (11.87 Wh)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Design

Dimensions214 x 128 x 9.7 mm (8.43 x 5.04 x 0.38 in)
Weight369 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Canary Yellow, Marine Blue, Punch Red
Foldable✗

Connectivity

SIMNo
NetworkNo cellular connectivity
Network SpeedN/A
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningNo

Software

Operating SystemCustomized Android 5.1 (Lollipop), Fire 5.4
OS VersionCustomized Android 5.1 (Lollipop), Fire 5.4

Security

Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer

Audio

Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes