Apple iPad mini 8.3" A17 Pro vs Amazon Fire HD 8
Apple iPad mini 8.3" A17 Pro 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Cellular, Space Gray
Amazon Fire HD 8 2024, MTK/MT8169A, 4GB, 64GB, Black
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad mini 8.3" A17 Pro 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Cellular, Space Gray
The iPad Mini 2025 is highly praised for its portability, speed, and crisp display. Users love it for reading, writing, and media consumption, though some note a learning curve due to its small size. Verified buyers highlight its reliability and value, especially when purchased from retailers like Best Buy. A few reviewers desire more storage options.
Pros
- Highly portable and lightweight
- Fast performance
- Crisp and beautiful screen
- Great for reading and writing
- Long battery life
Cons
- Steep learning curve for new users
- Limited internal storage expansion
- Some desire more storage capacity
- Unanswered product questions
Amazon Fire HD 8 2024, MTK/MT8169A, 4GB, 64GB, Black
Users generally find this tablet good value for the price, especially for reading and media consumption, but many complain about sluggish performance, limited app selection, and slow charging. Positive reviews highlight its lightweight design and bright display, while negative ones warn against it for anything beyond basic tasks. Overall, it's a mixed bag with a slight positive lean.
Pros
- Lightweight design
- Bright display
- Good value for price
- Works well for reading apps
- Good for media consumption
Cons
- Slow and laggy performance
- Limited app selection
- Slow charging
- Freezing issues
- Poor video output quality
Scores
Specifications
| Apple iPad mini 8.3" A17 Pro | Amazon Fire HD 8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Apple A17 Pro★ | MTK/MT8169A |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
| GPU | Apple (5-Core)★ | — |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB★ | 4 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5★ | — |
| Storage | 256 GB★ | 64 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD★ | eMMC |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 8.3" | 8" |
| Resolution | 2266 px★ | 1280 px |
| Panel | Liquid Retina | IPS★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 500 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil Pro | — |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✗ |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | 0.34 kg |
| Battery | 19 Wh★ | — |
| OS | iPadOS | Android |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad mini 8.3" A17 Pro 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Cellular, Space Gray
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sharpness (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong water resistance (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average affordability (30th percentile)
Amazon Fire HD 8 2024, MTK/MT8169A, 4GB, 64GB, Black
- Strong portability (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong reading battery (79th percentile)
- Strong affordability (67th percentile)
- Below average battery (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average screen (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average sharpness (25th percentile)
Pricing
Apple iPad mini 8.3" A17 Pro 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Cellular, Space Gray
Amazon Fire HD 8 2024, MTK/MT8169A, 4GB, 64GB, Black
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 18 of 27 specs.
