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Amazon Kindle Fire HD

$70

Overview

Amazon Kindle Fire HD is a budget Android smartphone released in 2012 with a 7-inch IPS LCD, TI OMAP 4460 chipset, 1.3 main camera, and 700 mAh battery.

Priced at $70, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of Amazon Kindle Fire HD

The display of Amazon Kindle Fire HD measures 7 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 300 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 800x1280 pixels resolution.

Size
7 inches
Type
IPS LCD
Resolution
800x1280 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
300 nits
HDR
No

The camera system of Amazon Kindle Fire HD features 1 rear cameras: 1.3 main. Video recording supports up to No.

Main Sensor
1.3
Camera Count
1 cameras
Max Video
No

The battery of Amazon Kindle Fire HD has 700mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.

Capacity
700mAh
Wired Charging
5
Full Charge Time
240 min minutes

The performance of Amazon Kindle Fire HD is powered by the TI OMAP 4460 chipset with PowerVR SGX540 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 250 single-core and 500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 15000.

Chipset
TI OMAP 4460
CPU
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU
PowerVR SGX540
Geekbench Single
250
Geekbench Multi
500
AnTuTu Score
15000

The memory of Amazon Kindle Fire HD offers 1GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR2 technology. Storage is 16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM. Storage is not expandable.

RAM Options
1GB
Storage Options
16GB
RAM Type
LPDDR2
Storage Type
16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM
Expandable
No

The connectivity of Amazon Kindle Fire HD includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, and Bluetooth Yes.

5G
Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
Bluetooth
Yes

The build of Amazon Kindle Fire HD weighs 395.0g with Plastic frame and matte plastic back. Dimensions measure 193 x 137 x 10.3 mm.

Dimensions
193 x 137 x 10.3 mm
Weight
395.0g
Frame
Plastic
Back
matte plastic

The software of Amazon Kindle Fire HD runs Android 4.0 (customized) with Customized.

OS
Android 4.0 (customized)
UI
Customized

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Frequently Asked Questions about Amazon Kindle Fire HD

Amazon Kindle Fire HD has a 1.3 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

Related: mobile photography

Amazon Kindle Fire HD with TI OMAP 4460 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

Yes, Amazon Kindle Fire HD supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.

Related: 5G connectivity

Amazon Kindle Fire HD has a 700mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

Related: battery life

Amazon Kindle Fire HD at $70 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

Amazon Kindle Fire HD supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

Amazon Kindle Fire HD is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

Amazon Kindle Fire HD has a 7-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 300 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The Amazon Kindle Fire HD delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

7"

Main Camera

1.3

Chipset

TI OMAP 4460

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyNo cellular connectivity
2G BandsN/A
3G BandsN/A
4G LTE BandsN/A
5G Sub-6 Bands[]
5G mmWave Bands[]
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMN/A
Dual SIM ModeN/A
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA Support

Launch

Announced2012
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch Price$200

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)193 x 137 x 10.3 mm
Weight (g)395.0
Build MaterialsPlastic
FramePlastic
Back Finishmatte plastic
Colors["Black"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorTablet
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionPassive
Notification/Alert
HapticsN/A

Display

Panel TypeIPS LCD
Size (inches)7
Resolution (px)800x1280 pixels
Aspect Ratio101:80
Pixel Density (ppi)216
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)53.7
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)60
Peak Brightness (nits)300
HDR Standards
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth24
PWM Dimming (Hz)N/A
Glass ProtectionN/A
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover Display

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.0 (customized)
Update PolicyN/A
ChipsetTI OMAP 4460
CPUDual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUPowerVR SGX540
NPU/AI TOPsN/A
ISP FeaturesBasic
ModemN/A
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-Core250
Geekbench Multi-Core500
AnTuTu Score15000
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM1GB
RAM TypeLPDDR2
Storage16GB
Storage Type16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM
Storage SpeedeMMC 4.5
Expandable Storage
Slot TypeN/A
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryptionbasic

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main Sensor1.3
Main Sensor Size1/5 inch
Main Sensor ModelN/A
Main Lensf/2.8, 28mm
OIS
AutofocusFixed Focus
Pixel Binning
UltrawideN/A
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashN/A
Video Resolution
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video CodecsH.264
Slow Motion
Video Stabilization
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

ResolutionN/A
Sensor Size1/5 inch
Aperturef/2.8
AF/OISN/A
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video480p
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face UnlockN/A

Audio

LoudspeakersYes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones1
Bluetooth Codecsaac
DAC/AmpN/A

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
Bluetooth
NFCN/A
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
Positioning
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBN/A
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorN/A
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health SensorsN/A
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)700
TypeLi-Ion
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging5
Wired StandardmicroUSB
0-50% Time (mins)120 min
Full Charge Time240 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box5W
Battery Health FeaturesN/A

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.0 (customized)
Update WindowN/A
UI Skin / LauncherCustomized
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy FeaturesBasic
AccessibilityBasic
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentscharger, cable
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

Alex R.

2 weeks ago

Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.

B

Ben C.

1 month ago

Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.

C

Chloe D.

3 months ago

The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!

Review

Amazon Kindle Fire HD Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6.5/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the Amazon Kindle Fire HD covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.3 stars)
Pros
  • + Excellent value for money
Cons
  • - Display could be brighter or smoother
  • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks

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