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Amazon Kindle Fire

$650

Overview

Amazon Kindle Fire is a premium mid-range Android smartphone released in 2011 with a 7-inch AMOLED, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, N/A main camera, and 4400 mAh battery.

Priced at $650, it targets users seeking premium mid-range performance.

Specifications of Amazon Kindle Fire

The display of Amazon Kindle Fire measures 7 inches with AMOLED technology and 120Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 1600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 600x1024 pixels resolution.

Size
7 inches
Type
AMOLED
Resolution
600x1024 pixels
Refresh Rate
120Hz
Peak Brightness
1600 nits

The battery of Amazon Kindle Fire has 4400mAh capacity with 165 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 15. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.

Capacity
4400mAh
Wired Charging
165
Wireless Charging
15
Full Charge Time
180 min minutes

The performance of Amazon Kindle Fire is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset with PowerVR SGX540 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 2200 single-core and 7500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 1600000.

Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
CPU
Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU
PowerVR SGX540
Geekbench Single
2200
Geekbench Multi
7500
AnTuTu Score
1600000

The connectivity of Amazon Kindle Fire includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth No.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
No

The build of Amazon Kindle Fire weighs 229g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 190 x 120 x 11.4 mm (7.48 x 4.72 x 0.45 in).

Dimensions
190 x 120 x 11.4 mm (7.48 x 4.72 x 0.45 in)
Weight
229g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Plastic

The software of Amazon Kindle Fire runs Android 2.3 (customized) with RedMagic. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.

OS
Android 2.3 (customized)
UI
RedMagic
Update Policy
2 years

Compare Amazon Kindle Fire

Amazon Kindle Fire vs Samsung Galaxy S24

Amazon Kindle Fire features a faster 120Hz display compared to Samsung Galaxy S24.

120Hz refresh rate
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
7" display

Amazon Kindle Fire vs iPhone 15

Amazon Kindle Fire features a faster 120Hz display compared to iPhone 15.

120Hz refresh rate
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
7" display

Amazon Kindle Fire vs Google Pixel 8

Amazon Kindle Fire features a faster 120Hz display compared to Google Pixel 8.

120Hz refresh rate
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
7" display

Frequently Asked Questions about Amazon Kindle Fire

Yes, Amazon Kindle Fire is excellent for gaming with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and 120Hz display. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.

Related: mobile gaming

Amazon Kindle Fire receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

Amazon Kindle Fire has a 4400mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.

Related: battery life

Amazon Kindle Fire at $650 is a premium mid-range device offering Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.

Related: buying decision

Amazon Kindle Fire supports 165 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 15.

Related: fast charging

Amazon Kindle Fire is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

Amazon Kindle Fire has a 7-inch AMOLED with 120Hz refresh rate and 1600 nits peak brightness.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The Amazon Kindle Fire delivers strong value for users wanting flagship-tier features at a reasonable price point. The phone excels in smooth 120Hz display. Consider this phone for flagship-level performance, if you want premium features without paying flagship prices.

Key Specifications

Display

7"

Main Camera

Chipset

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3

Full Specifications

Network

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

Launch

Announced2011
StatusOut of Stock
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch Price$1587.06

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)190 x 120 x 11.4 mm (7.48 x 4.72 x 0.45 in)
Weight (g)229
Build MaterialsBack: Mineral Glass
FramePlastic
Back FinishPlastic
Colors["Black"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorTablet
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionN/A
Notification/Alert
HapticsN/A

Display

Panel TypeAMOLED
Size (inches)7
Resolution (px)600x1024 pixels
Aspect Ratio9:20
Pixel Density (ppi)400
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)60.5
Refresh Rate (Hz)120
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)120
Peak Brightness (nits)1600
HDR StandardsN/A
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth16
PWM Dimming (Hz)N/A
Glass ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass v5
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover DisplayN/A

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 2.3 (customized)
Update Policy2 years
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
CPUDual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUPowerVR SGX540
NPU/AI TOPsN/A
ISP FeaturesSingle-core ISP
ModemN/A
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-Core2200
Geekbench Multi-Core7500
AnTuTu Score1600000
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAMN/A
RAM TypeLPDDR5X
Storage8GB
Storage Type8GB 512MB RAM
Storage SpeedeMMC
Expandable Storage
Slot TypeN/A
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryption

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main SensorN/A
Main Sensor Size1/1.57"
Main Sensor ModelSamsung ISOCELL S5KGN5
Main Lensf/2.0, 28mm
OIS
Autofocusauto
Pixel Binning1µm
UltrawideN/A
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashN/A
Video Resolution751p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video CodecsN/A
Slow Motion720p@120fps
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode FeaturesN/A
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

ResolutionN/A
Sensor Size1/5 inch
Aperturef/2.2
AF/OISN/A
Secondary Front Cam
Front FlashScreen flash
VideoN/A
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face UnlockN/A

Audio

LoudspeakersVoice 66dB / Noise 63dB / Ring 66dB
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res AudioN/A
Spatial Audio / Dolby AtmosN/A
Microphones2
Bluetooth CodecsN/A
DAC/AmpN/A

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
NFCN/A
IR BlasterN/A
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 LightN/A
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall SensorN/A
Color Temp SensorN/A
Health SensorsN/A
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)4400
TypeNon-removable Li-Ion 4400 mAh battery
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging165
Wired StandardUSB 2.0
0-50% Time (mins)60 min
Full Charge Time180 min
Wireless Charging15
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box
Battery Health FeaturesN/A

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 14
Update Window2 years
UI Skin / LauncherRedMagic
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game ModeN/A
Privacy FeaturesParental controls, content filtering
Accessibilityscreen reader, magnification, color inversion
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box ContentsUSB 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 Review: Solid Performance for the Price

7.4/10
Very Good

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

(3.7 stars)
Pros
  • + Excellent AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate
  • + Powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset for smooth performance
Cons
  • - Camera performance is average
  • - Expensive for what it offers

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