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Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9#6665

Released: 2012

Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9

Overall Score

22.7

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6665)22.7
Performance(#5892)46.0
Camera(#11855)0.0
Display(#3247)60.6
Battery(#11323)1.6
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#8123)22.3
Audio(#115)87.6

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
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 FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingNo
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

CapacityN/A
Battery DetailsNon-removable Li-Ion battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions240 x 164 x 8.8 mm (9.45 x 6.46 x 0.35 in)
Weight567 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable
SARN/A

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.0 (customized)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro