Head to head · 2 tablets

Fire HD 8 (2017) vs iPad mini (5th generation)

Verified specs side by side. The green tick marks the better value on each measurable row.

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Fire HD 8 (2017)
Fire HD 8 (2017)—Score pending
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iPad mini (5th generation)
iPad mini (5th generation)8.5Very good· Top score
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The short verdict

iPad mini (5th generation) is scored, the other is pending

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Fire HD 8 (2017)
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iPad mini (5th generation)
8.5
Fire HD 8 (2017)
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    At a glance

    Key differences

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    Side-by-side specifications

    Display1 difference
    Screen size
    8"
    7.9"
    Performance1 difference
    Chipset
    1.MT8163
    A12 Bionic
    Memory1 difference
    Storage
    16 GB, 32 GB
    64GB, 256GB
    Camera1 difference
    Primary camera
    2 MP
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    Body1 difference
    Weight
    369 g
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