Amazon Fire HD 8" B0CVDN4QS6 vs Apple iPad Mini 8.3" 6
Amazon Fire HD 8" B0CVDN4QS6 2024, 3GB, 32GB, Black
Apple iPad Mini 8.3" 6 2021, A15 Bionic, 4GB, 64GB, Space Gray
What Buyers Say
Amazon Fire HD 8" B0CVDN4QS6 2024, 3GB, 32GB, Black
The Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet is praised for its reasonable price and solid performance, especially as an e-reader with the Kindle app. Users appreciate the compact size, parental controls, and the ability to set time limits for children. Some concerns include limited profile slots and the need for a screen protector and kid-proof case for young users.
Pros
- Reasonable price
- Great for reading ebooks
- Compact and lightweight
- Parental controls with time limits
- Fast enough for web browsing
Cons
- Limited to 4 profiles
- No memory card slot
- Requires screen protector and kid-proof case
- Lock screen ads possible
- No HDMI connection
Apple iPad Mini 8.3" 6 2021, A15 Bionic, 4GB, 64GB, Space Gray
The iPad Mini 6 is praised for its portability and low-key design, making it easy to carry everywhere. Users appreciate its performance for study and relaxation, though some wish for a larger screen. Refurbished units have arrived in great condition, with minor issues like sticky residue easily overlooked.
Pros
- Highly portable and low-key design
- Great for study and relaxation
- Excellent refurbished condition
- Apple Pencil support
- Fits in small purses
Cons
- Some wish for larger screen
- Sticky residue on refurbished units
- Risk of theft in public areas
Scores
Specifications
| Amazon Fire HD 8" B0CVDN4QS6 | Apple iPad Mini 8.3" 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | 6-core/2GHz | Apple A15 Bionic★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 3 GB | 4 GB★ |
| Storage | 32 GB | 64 GB★ |
| Storage Type | — | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 8" | 8.3" |
| Resolution | 1280 px | 2266 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | Liquid Retina |
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 500 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stylus Model | — | Apple Pencil (2nd generation) |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✗ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.21 kg★ | 0.29 kg |
| OS | Fire OS | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Amazon Fire HD 8" B0CVDN4QS6 2024, 3GB, 32GB, Black
- Strong portability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average affordability (0th percentile)0th %ile
- Below average screen (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average storage (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average ram (11th percentile)11th %ile
Apple iPad Mini 8.3" 6 2021, A15 Bionic, 4GB, 64GB, Space Gray
- Strong sharpness (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong portability (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average ram (31st percentile)
Pricing
Amazon Fire HD 8" B0CVDN4QS6 2024, 3GB, 32GB, Black
No current pricing available
Apple iPad Mini 8.3" 6 2021, A15 Bionic, 4GB, 64GB, Space Gray
Verdict
Scores 73 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 12 of 22 specs.
