The new-generation Amazon Fire HD 8 launched earlier this month sporting an 8-inch display, quad-core processor, up to 32GB of internal storage that can be expanded by 400GB via a microSD card and a battery lasting up to 10 hours.
The Amazon Fire 7, Fire HD 8 and Fire HD 10 were first launched in September 2015 and in this article, we’re going to compare the specifications of all the three devices over 12 parameters.
Amazon Fire HD 8 vs Fire HD 10 vs Fire 7
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Amazon Fire 7 Specs
- Price: You can buy the smallest Amazon tab at $49.99 for the 8GB version and $69.99 for the 16GB version.
- Display:Â The Fire 7 has a 7-inch display with 1024 x 600 resolution and 171 ppi.
- Storage & Memory:Â The device comes in two variants, both carry 1GB RAM, and 8/16GB of internal storage, which is expandable by up to 256GB.
- Processor:Â It is powered by a Quad-Core that clocks at speeds up to 1.3GHz.
- Camera:Â The Amazon Fire 7 sports a VGA camera up front and a 2MP rear camera that can record HD videos at 720p.
- Battery:Â The battery on the Fire 7 last up to 8 hours.
- Audio:Â It features a mono speaker with a built-in microphone.
- Alexa: Alexa hands-free is enabled on this device.
- Colours:Â The Fire 7 is available in Black, Marine Blue, Punch Red, Canary Yellow colours.
- Warranty and Service:Â The tablet comes with a 90-day limited warranty.
- Connectivity:Â Dual-band Wi-Fi.
- Dimensions and Weight:Â 7.6″ x 4.5″ x 0.4″ ; 295 grams.
Amazon Fire HD 8 Specs
The Fire HD 8’s has received an update in 2018. The device is currently available for pre-order and will start shipping on October 4, 2018.
- Price: The tablet retails at $79.99 for the 16GB version and $109.99 for the 32GB version.
- Display:Â The Fire HD 8 has an 8-inch HD display (1280 x 800 resolution) and 189 ppi.
- Storage & Memory:Â The device comes in two variants, both carry 1.5GB RAM, and 16/32GB of internal storage, which is expandable by up to 400GB.
- Processor:Â It is powered by a Quad-Core that clocks at speeds up to 1.3GHz.
- Camera:Â The Amazon Fire HD 8 sports a 2MP camera at the front and a 2MP rear camera that can record HD videos at 720p.
- Battery:Â The battery on the Fire HD 8 last up to 10 hours.
- Audio:Â It features a Dolby Atmos dual stereo speakers with a built-in microphone.
- Alexa:Â Alexa hands-free is enabled on this device.
- Colours:Â The Fire HD 8 is available in Black, Marine Blue, Punch Red, Canary Yellow colours.
- Warranty and Service:Â The tablet comes with a 90-day limited warranty.
- Connectivity:Â Dual-band Wi-Fi.
- Dimensions and Weight:Â 8.4″ x 5.0″ x 0.4″ ; 363 grams.
Amazon Fire HD 10 Specs
- Price:Â The tablet retails at $149.99 for the 32GB version and $189.99 for the 64GB version.
- Display:Â The Fire HD 10 has a 10-inch Full HD display (1920 x 1200 resolution) and 224 ppi.
- Storage & Memory:Â The device comes in two variants, both carry 2GB RAM, and 32/64GB of internal storage, which is expandable by up to 256GB.
- Processor:Â It is powered by a Quad-Core that clocks at speeds up to 1.8GHz.
- Camera:Â The Amazon Fire HD 10 sports a VGA camera up front and a 2MP rear camera that can record HD videos at 720p.
- Battery:Â The battery on the Fire HD 10 last up to 10 hours.
- Audio:Â It features a Dolby Atmos dual stereo speakers with a built-in microphone.
- Alexa:Â Alexa hands-free is enabled on this device.
- Colours:Â The Fire HD 10 is available in Black, Marine Blue, Punch Red colours.
- Warranty and Service:Â The tablet comes with a 1-year limited warranty.
- Connectivity:Â Dual-band Wi-Fi.
- Dimensions and Weight:Â 10.3″ x 6.3″ x 0.4″ ; 500 grams.
| Parameters | Fire 7 | Fire HD 8 | Fire HD 10 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Starts at $49.99 | Starts at $79.99 | Starts at $149.99 |
| Display | 7-inch (1024 x 600) | 8-inch HD (1280 x 800) | 10-inch Full HD (1920 x 1200) |
| Storage & Memory | 8/16GB internal memory, expandable. 1GB RAM | 16/32GB internal memory, expandable. 1.5GB RAM | 32/64GB internal memory, expandable. 2GB RAM |
| Processor | Quad-Core 1.3 GHz | Quad-Core 1.3 GHz | Quad-Core 1.8 GHz |
| Camera | Front: VGA; Rear: 2MP with 720p HD recording | Front: 2MP; Rear: 2 MP with 720p HD recording | Front: VGA; Rear: 2MP with 720p HD recording |
| Battery Life | Up to 8 hours | Up to 10 hours | Up to 10 hours |
| Audio | Mono speaker; built-in microphone | Dolby Atmos dual stereo speakers; built-in microphone | Dolby Atmos dual stereo speakers; built-in microphone |
| Alexa | Alexa-enabled | Alexa-enabled | Alexa-enabled |
| Colours | Black, Marine Blue, Punch Red, Canary Yellow | Black, Marine Blue, Punch Red, Canary Yellow | Black, Marine Blue, Punch Red |
| Warranty and Service | 90-day limited warranty | 90-day limited warranty | 1-year limited warranty |
| Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi | Dual-band Wi-Fi | Dual-band Wi-Fi |
| Dimensions and Weight | 7.6″ x 4.5″ x 0.4″ ; 295 grams | 8.4″ x 5.0″ x 0.4″ ; 363 grams | 10.3″ x 6.3″ x 0.4″ ; 500 grams |
