Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020)
The Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT8168 (12 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2020).
2020 · Entry-level · Android 9.0 (Pie)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size8" · 202 x 137 x 9.7 mm (7.95 x 5.39 x 0.38 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT8168 (12 nm)
RAM2GB
Storage32GB | 64GB
Main Camera2 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓8" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Basic Mediatek MT8168 (12 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗2 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 189 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
GamingMultitaskingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2020, March 13. Released 2020, June 03
Also Known As
Also known as Fire HD 8 (2020, 10th Gen)
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT8168 (12 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
OS
Android 9.0 (Pie), Fire OS 7
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
189 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
2 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
📱 Design & Build
Weight
355g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
202 x 137 x 9.7 mm (7.95 x 5.39 x 0.38 in)
Colors
White, Black, Twilight Blue, Plum
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) does not support 5G — it supports No cellular connectivity.
No, the Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) does not have NFC.
Yes, the Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) SIM configuration: No.
Yes, the Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Yes, the Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) has stereo speakers.
The Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) ships with Android 9.0 (Pie), Fire OS 7.
The Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) uses USB Type-C.
The Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band.
The Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) has 5.0, A2DP, LE.
