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Head to head · 2 tablets

Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 vs iPad (6th generation)

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

Comparing 2 tablets
Kindle Fire HDX 8.9
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iPad (6th generation)
iPad (6th generation)9.0Excellent· Top score
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The short verdict

iPad (6th generation) edges it on score

The iPad (6th generation) leads overall; pick the Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 if its strengths below matter more to you.

Kindle Fire HDX 8.9
8.1
iPad (6th generation)
9.0
Choose the Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 if
  • Readers and streamers who want a sharp, light tablet.
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Choose the iPad (6th generation) if
  • Students and casual users who want Pencil support
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At a glance

Key differences

Measured differences only. Ties and tiny gaps are left out.
Why pick theKindle Fire HDX 8.91 win
−95 gLighter in the hand374 vs 469 g
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Why pick theiPad (6th generation)1 win
+9%Larger screen9.7 vs 8.9 in
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Side-by-side specifications

Display2 differences
Screen size
8.9"
9.7"
Resolution
2560x1600
2048 x 1536
Performance1 difference
Chipset
Snapdragon 800
A10 Fusion
Memory1 difference
Storage
16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB
32GB / 128GB
Camera1 difference
Primary camera
8 MP
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Body1 difference
Weight
374 g
469 g
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