Overall Score
52.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#8151)52.8
Performance(#11639)51.3
Camera(#9558)41.8
Display(#2921)70.5
Battery(#3852)43.5
Build(#11703)63.8
Comparisons Featuring Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9
Short Review
- The Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 features a sleek design with dimensions of 240 x 164 x 8.8 mm and a weight of 567 grams, making it portable yet sturdy.
- Its 8.9-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels, providing clear visuals at approximately 254 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a dual-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A9 processor and 1GB of RAM, which supports basic multitasking and app usage.
- The device includes a 1.3 MP rear camera, but lacks advanced features like optical image stabilization or video recording capabilities.
- Battery specifications are not detailed, and it does not support wireless charging.
- Running on a customized version of Android 4.0, the software experience is tailored for Amazon's ecosystem.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The Kindle Fire HD 8.9 is equipped with stereo speakers for enhanced audio playback and includes a headphone jack for wired listening.
- Overall, it serves as a functional tablet for media consumption without advanced camera or battery features.
- Special features include its integration with Amazon services, enhancing the overall user experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionTablet with no support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS
Display
Size8.9"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1920 x 1200 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~254 ppi density)
PPI1920
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetTI OMAP 4470
CPUDual-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUPowerVR SGX544
Memory16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera1.3 MP
Main Camera Details1.3 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video RecordingNo
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
CapacityN/A
Battery DetailsNon-removable Li-Ion battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions240 x 164 x 8.8 mm (9.45 x 6.46 x 0.35 in)
Weight567 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNo
NetworkNo cellular connectivity
Network SpeedN/A
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
BluetoothYes
NFC✗
USB2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningNo
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.0 (customized)
OS VersionAndroid 4.0 (customized)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes