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Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE Specifications
Tablet with no support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS
Amazon
Released 2012, Sep 15
1 GB RAM · TI OMAP 4470
- 575g, 8.8mm thickness
- Android 4.0
- 32GB/64GB storage, no card slot
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 4 | — |
| Display | 6.9 | — |
| Performance | 3.9 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 5.4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
8.9"
1920x1200 pixels
1.3MP
No video recorder
1GB RAM
TI OMAP 4470
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA | |
| 4G bands | LTE | |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | |
| GPRS | Yes | |
| EDGE | Yes |
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Launch
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Announced | 2012, September. Released 2012, October |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 240 x 164 x 8.8 mm (9.45 x 6.46 x 0.35 in) |
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| Weight | 575 g (1.27 lb) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | IPS LCD |
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| Size | 8.9 inches, 229.7 cm2 (~58.4% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~254 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 4.0 (customized) |
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| Chipset | TI OMAP 4470 | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A9 | |
| GPU | PowerVR SGX544 |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
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| Internal | 32GB 1GB RAM, 64GB 1GB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 1.3 MP |
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| Video | No |
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Selfie camera
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??? | No |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band |
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| Bluetooth | Yes | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, compass |
|---|---|---|
| ??? | HDMI port MP4/VP8/H.263 player MP3/WAV/AAC/OGG/E-AC-3 player Organizer Document viewer Photo viewer/editor Free cloud storage for all Amazon content Text-to-Speech english-language content reader Predictive text input |
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Battery
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Type | Non-removable Li-Ion battery |
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Misc
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Colors | Black |
|---|---|---|
| Price | About 380 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE worth buying in 2026?
Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.2/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE good for gaming?
Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE scores 54/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.
What display size does Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE have?
Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE features a 8.90-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE have?
Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE is available with 1 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE?
Genze rates Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE 5.2/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.
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