Amazon is a fine contender to having some of the best tablets around. At Android Central, we've been covering and testing tablets for a very long time. It goes without saying that we know what makes a tablet stand out.
Amazon Fire 7
Thin, light, and durable
Pros
- Powerful tablet for a small price
- Alexa included
- Light and thin
- Durable
Cons
- Amazon's app store is sparse
- Less RAM
The Amazon Fire 7 tablet is certainly one that will be a great gift for someone who's looking for a tablet that isn't too pricey, but without it being terrible in the process. Its inclusion of Alexa will also win over a few individuals. Though, if you're planning to use the tablet for mobile gaming, then RAM and Amazon's app store may be enough to put you off.
Amazon Fire HD 8
High-definition quality
Pros
- Higher resolution
- 1.5GB of RAM
- More storage
- Long battery life
Cons
- Heavier than Fire 7
- Need to get Amazon Prime to get the most of it
If you're looking for more storage, longer battery life, and a tablet that has everything the Fire 7 has, but you don't mind spending a bit more, then consider the Amazon Fire 8 HD. It is heavier than the Fire 7, and does suffer from not having the best apps available, but it runs more efficiently and has higher resolution.
Which one will suit you best?
The two Fire tablets are very much alike, but the Fire HD 8 has some important upgrades for that extra $30 asking price. For starters, there's a higher resolution display, and though not a massive increase in PPI, it looks noticeably better than the 7-inch model. There's also more RAM and more internal storage, along with a fairly significant boost in battery life over the smaller one.
For media lovers, the Fire HD 8 is also going to deliver better audio, with stereo speakers and Dolby Atmos support for an all-around better experience watching video content or listening to music. The HD 8 like the HD 10 also supports Show Mode, which, with the optional dock, turns your tablet into essentially an Echo Show you can then take outside with you.
Here's the thing, though. The Fire 7 is a better choice for a tablet to give to your young ones. At $50 it's verging on impulse buy territory, and the new model has a better screen and dual-band Wi-Fi support to boast over its predecessor. For someone looking for the cheapest tablet possible that isn't garbage, the Fire 7 is still the one we recommend, especially for young ones.
| Fire 7 | Fire 8 HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 7-inch IPS (1024 x 600) | 8-inch IPS (1280 x 800) |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz | Quad-core 1.3 GHz |
| Resolution | 1024 x 600 (171 ppi) | 1280 x 800 (189 ppi) |
| Storage | 8 or 16 GB (microSD up to 256GB) | 16 or 32 GB (microSD up to 256GB) |
| Battery | Up to 8 hours | Up to 10 hours |
| Platform | Fire OS | Fire OS |
| Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi | Dual-band Wi-Fi |
| Audio | Mono speaker, built-in microphone | Dolby Atmos, dual stereo speakers, built-in microphone |
| Colors | Black, blue, red, yellow | Black, blue, red, yellow |
| Alexa Enabled | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 7.6" x 4.5" x 0.4" (192mm x 115mm x 9.6mm) | 8.4" x 5.0" x 0.4" (214mm x 128mm x 9.7mm) |
| Weight | 295g | 369g |
As you can see, both of these tablets have their pros and cons. Both are Alexa enabled for example, and both have Fire OS as their platform. Hell, both also come in child-friendly Kids Editions.
Yet, if you're looking for a decent, low-cost tablet to consume media, browse the web, check your email, and even play some games on, the Fire HD 8 is the one to get. The $30 difference is small enough that the improvements you get are well worth the extra investment.
Both are still excellent low-cost tablets, though.
Amazon Fire 8 HD
High-def with improved sound
Long lasting and spacious
Two times as durable as the iPad Mini 4, you'll be able to enjoy everything that Amazon has on offer without needing a bulky desktop. The only problem is you won't get everything without being an Amazon Prime member.
Amazon Fire 7
Inexpensive alternative
Durable and for all
A lighter option than the Fire 8 HD, it provides fantastic sound and at a price of just 50 dollars, its well-worth you purchasing it for yourself or as a gift.
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