Head to head · 2 tablets

Kindle Fire HD 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 HD 8.9
Kindle Fire HD 8.9—Score pending
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iPad (6th generation)
iPad (6th generation)9.0Excellent· Top score
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The short verdict

iPad (6th generation) is scored, the other is pending

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Kindle Fire HD 8.9
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iPad (6th generation)
9.0
Kindle Fire HD 8.9
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    • Students and casual users who want Pencil support
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    At a glance

    Key differences

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    Why pick theKindle Fire HD 8.90 wins
    No measured advantages in our spec data. Check the full specs below.
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    Why pick theiPad (6th generation)2 wins
    +9%Larger screen9.7 vs 8.9 in
    −98 gLighter in the hand469 vs 567 g
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    Side-by-side specifications

    Display2 differences
    Screen size
    8.9"
    9.7"
    Resolution
    1920x1200
    2048 x 1536
    Performance1 difference
    Chipset
    TI OMAP 4470
    A10 Fusion
    Memory1 difference
    Storage
    16 GB, 32 GB
    32GB / 128GB
    Camera1 difference
    Primary camera
    1.3 MP
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    Body1 difference
    Weight
    567 g
    469 g
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