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Amazon Fire HD 8 vs Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids

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Amazon Fire HD 8 32GB

Amazon Fire HD 8 32GB

  • 337 g.
  • 8 inch screen.
  • MediaTek MT8169A processor.
  • 3 GB RAM in this version.
  • 32 GB storage in this version.
KSh 13,800In Stock
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Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids

Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids

  • 550 g with the case.
  • About 8 inch screen.
  • Mediatek MT8168 (12 nm) processor.
  • 2 GB RAM in this version.
  • 32 GB storage in this version.
KSh 18,300In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Amazon Fire HD 8 if you want more memory (3 GB RAM), a 5 MP main camera and 1080p video. Choose the Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids if you prefer Mediatek MT8168 and Android 9.0.

Display

Amazon Fire HD 8
8 inch screen
Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids
About 8 inch screen

Performance

Amazon Fire HD 8
MediaTek MT8169A processor
Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids
Mediatek MT8168 (12 nm) processor

Memory

Amazon Fire HD 8
3 GB RAM in this version
Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids
2 GB RAM in this version

Software

Amazon Fire HD 8
Runs Fire OS 8
Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids
Runs Android 9.0 (Pie), Fire OS 7

Battery life

Amazon Fire HD 8
Up to 13 hours per charge
Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids
Up to 12 hours per charge

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Amazon Fire HD 8

  • More memory: 3 GB RAM (vs 2 GB).
  • Higher-resolution main camera: 5 MP (vs 2 MP).
  • Higher video resolution: 1080p (vs 720p).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.2 (vs 5.0).
  • Lighter: 337 g (vs 550 g).
  • Newer model: released in 2024 (vs 2020).

Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids

No clear advantage over the Amazon Fire HD 8 in the published specifications. Check the detailed comparison for features that matter to you.

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PriorityAmazon Fire HD 8Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids
Display8-inch LCD display8-inch LCD display, 189 ppi
PerformanceMediaTek MT8169A processorMediatek MT8168 processor
Memory3 GB RAM2 GB RAM
Battery lifeUp to 13 hours per chargeUp to 12 hours per charge
Weight337 g550 g
SoftwareFire OS 8Android 9.0

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire HD 8 32GBAmazon Fire HD 8 Kids
BrandAmazonAmazon
ModelAmazon Fire HD 8 (2024)Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids (2020)
Announced20242020, March 13. Released 2020, June 03
Generation12th Gen—
Model numberKFRAPWI (3GB), KFRASWI (4GB)—
ConnectivityMobile network: Wi-Fi; Wi-Fi: Dual band 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz; Bluetooth: 5.2 LE; USB: USB-C (2.0) connectorMobile network: No cellular connectivity; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band; Bluetooth: 5.0, A2DP, LE; USB: USB Type-C 2.0
CamerasRear: 5 MP; Front: 2 MPRear: 2 MP; Front: 2 MP
Status—Discontinued
Models—KFONWI

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire HD 8 32GBAmazon Fire HD 8 Kids
Dimensions201.90 mm x 137.34 mm x 9.60 mm233 x 184 x 26 mm (with case)
Weight337 g550 g (with case)
Tablet dimensions—202 x 137 x 9.7 mm (7.95 x 5.39 x 0.38 in)
Tablet weight—355 g (12.52 oz)

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire HD 8 32GBAmazon Fire HD 8 Kids
Display8 inches IPS LCD8.0 inches, 185.6 cm2 (~67.1% screen-to-body ratio); IPS LCD
Screen resolution1280 x 800 IPS800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~189 ppi density)
Display features5-point multi-touch—

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire HD 8 32GBAmazon Fire HD 8 Kids
ProcessorMediaTek MT8169AMediatek MT8168 (12 nm)
CPU6xA55 @ 2.0GHzQuad-core, 2.0 GHz
GPUArm Mali-G52 2EE MC2Mali-G52 MC1

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire HD 8 32GBAmazon Fire HD 8 Kids
RAM3GB2GB
Storage32GB32GB
Expandable storageMicroSD up to 1 TBmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Storage technology—eMMC 5.1
Internal—32GB 2GB RAM

Cameras

Cameras specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire HD 8 32GBAmazon Fire HD 8 Kids
Rear camera5 MP2 MP
Front camera2 MP2 MP
Rear camera featuresFixed focus—
Rear camera video1080p Full HD720p HD
Front camera video1080p Full HD720p HD

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire HD 8 32GBAmazon Fire HD 8 Kids
BatteryUp to 13 hours of reading, browsing the web, watching videos, and listening to music.Up to 12 hours
ChargingFully 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)5W adapter: under 5 hours; 9W adapter: under 4 hours; 15W adapter: under 3 hours
Talk time—Up to 12 h

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire HD 8 32GBAmazon Fire HD 8 Kids
Operating systemFire OS 8Android 9.0 (Pie), Fire OS 7
Android base versionAndroid 11—

Network

Network specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire HD 8 32GBAmazon Fire HD 8 Kids
NetworkWi-FiNo cellular connectivity
SIM—No
2G bands—Not applicable
GPRS—No
EDGE—No

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire HD 8 32GBAmazon Fire HD 8 Kids
Bluetooth5.2 LE5.0, A2DP, LE
Wi-FiDual band 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4GHz and 5.0GHzWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
PositioningWiFi-basedNo
USBUSB-C (2.0) connectorUSB Type-C 2.0
NFC—No
Radio—No

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire HD 8 32GBAmazon Fire HD 8 Kids
SensorsAccelerometer, Light sensorAccelerometer, ambient light sensor
ColorsBlack, Emerald, HibiscusPink, Blue, Purple Kid-Proof Case
Additional features—Alexa natural language commands Text-to-Speech English-language content reader
Parental controls—Amazon Parent Dashboard; content filters; app access and time limits

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire HD 8 32GBAmazon Fire HD 8 Kids
LoudspeakersIntegrated speakerYes, with stereo speakers
3.5 mm headphone jack3.5 mm stereo jackYes
MicrophoneYes—

Included accessories

Included accessories specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire HD 8 32GBAmazon Fire HD 8 Kids
Protective case—Kid-Proof Case with built-in stand

Similarities

  • Both support Wi-Fi 5.
  • Both have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
  • Both have LCD displays.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both offer 32 GB of storage.
  • Both have 8-inch screens.

In summary

Choose Fire HD 8 for more memory and a higher-resolution main camera.

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In-stock alternatives

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