Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE
$150
Overview
Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE is a budget Android smartphone released in 2012 with a 8.9-inch IPS LCD, TI OMAP 4470 chipset, 1.3 main camera, and 750 mAh battery.
Priced at $150, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE
The display of Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE measures 8.9 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1920x1200 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE features 1 rear cameras: 1.3 main. Video recording supports up to No.
The battery of Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE has 750mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE is powered by the TI OMAP 4470 chipset with PowerVR SGX544 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 250 single-core and 700 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 15000.
The memory of Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE offers 1GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR2 technology. Storage is 32GB 1GB RAM, 64GB 1GB RAM. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, and Bluetooth Yes.
The build of Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE weighs 575.0g with Plastic frame and matte-plastic back. Dimensions measure 240 x 164 x 8.8 mm.
The software of Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE runs Android 4.0 (customized) with Kindle OS.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE
Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE has a 1.3 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE with TI OMAP 4470 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Yes, Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE has a 750mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE at $150 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE has a 8.9-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9 LTE 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
8.9"
Main Camera
1.3
Chipset
TI OMAP 4470
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | N/A |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2012 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $499 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 240 x 164 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 575.0 |
| Build Materials | Aluminum |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | matte-plastic |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Tablet |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Z-axis |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 8.9 |
| Resolution (px) | 1920x1200 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:4 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 254 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 58.4 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.0 (customized) |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | TI OMAP 4470 |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A9 |
| GPU | PowerVR SGX544 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | TI OMAP 4470 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 250 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 700 |
| AnTuTu Score | 15000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR2 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 1GB RAM, 64GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 1.3 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.2 |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.4, 3.85mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Fixed Focus |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | N/A |
| Sensor Size | 1/4 |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | N/A |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | N/A |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 750 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | microUSB |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.0 (customized) |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Kindle OS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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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.
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.
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!