About Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus

The Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus (10th Gen), released in 2020, was a milestone for Amazon’s tablet lineup. It introduced a "premium" tier to the budget-friendly Fire family, offering key hardware upgrades that transformed it from a simple media slate into a versatile smart home hub.

While it shares the same 2.0 GHz Quad-Core processor as the standard Fire HD 8, the "Plus" model is equipped with 3GB of RAM—a 50% increase over its sibling. This extra memory is crucial for smoother multitasking, faster app switching, and a more stable experience when running memory-intensive apps like Zoom or TikTok.

The defining feature of the 10th Gen Plus is Qi wireless charging. When paired with the "Made for Amazon" wireless charging dock (sold separately), the tablet automatically enters Show Mode. This effectively turns the device into an Echo Show, allowing you to use Alexa hands-free to check recipes, control smart lights, or view security cameras while it charges.

Vibrant Display: The 8-inch IPS touchscreen features a 1280 x 800 resolution (189 ppi). While not "Retina" quality, it offers great viewing angles and brightness for indoor use.

Battery & Charging: It boasts up to 12 hours of battery life. Notably, the Plus includes a faster 9W power adapter in the box, reducing wired charge time via the USB-C port to under 4 hours.

Storage: Available in 32GB or 64GB configurations, it supports microSD expansion up to 1TB, giving you plenty of room for offline Prime Video downloads.