Weighing 17.8 ounces and measuring 0.4 inches thick (27.4 ounces and 1-inch if you get the Kids Edition, the Fire HD 10 is slightly thicker and heavier than the Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite (17.6 ounces, 0.3 inches), Apple iPad (2020) (17.6 ounces, 0.3 inches) and Lenovo Tab 4 10 Plus (17 ounces, 0.4 inches), but we doubt anyone could tell holding them in person. Compared with the Apple iPad, the Fire HD 10 is no speed demon, but it's pretty snappy compared with its Fire siblings. We had no problems playing Candy Crush, however, which requires fewer system resources. We scanned a document with it, and it was too blurry to see. Let's see how they stack up. All of your apps are on the home screen. Display: 10.1-inch, 1920 x 1200-pixel
There are 32GB and 64GB options available, both of which support up to 512GB of external storage with a microSD card. The weight is well distributed, however, so the tablet is comfortable to hold with two hands for long periods.
Its new octa-core CPU makes it faster than Amazon's previous tablets and its USB-C port is a more-than-welcome upgrade from microUSB. This newsletter may contain advertising, deals, or affiliate links. That's not how I'd want to fix the Silk browser's issues juggling multiple tabs. I even saw a bit of visual stutter upon opening a new tab. And what good is a neat-looking Mitsubishi when the frame rate drops when you're pushing it through cool stunts like a spinning leap off a ramp. The front is dominated by a 10.1-inch display with chunky bezels, while the back is constructed of thin polycarbonate and bears the Amazon logo. Amazon's Fire HD 10 remains the most reliable 10-inch tablet you can buy for $150, with solid performance, good battery life, and a sharp display.
It's much easier to figure out than Android, and if this is your first tablet, it makes it incredibly easy to discover apps, books, movies, and more. Amazon Fire HD 10 (2017) tablet. Of course, you can use the Fire HD 10's web browser to make a purchase from anywhere. The top edge is home to the volume and power buttons, a headphone jack, and a USB-C charging port. Color accuracy is solid, though it lacks anti-reflective coating and can be hard to see outside or in a brightly lit room. There are 2MP cameras on the front and back of the tablet. There are 32GB and 64GB options available, both of which support up to 512GB of external storage with a microSD card.
The Fire HD 10 runs Amazon's latest operating system, Fire OS 7.1.1, which is based on Android 9.0 Pie.
We tried using the front camera in good lighting to take selfies and talk on Skype, and both were blurry and noisy. ads) on the Fire HD 10's lock screen. This is why my Amazon Fire HD 10 review will pit Amazon's tablet against not just some great Android tablets, but the iPad 2020, the best tablet there is.
That all adds up to one of the best tablets period. Especially YouTube. Although the Fire HD 10 boasts dual speakers with Dolby Atmos branding, audio quality isn't the tablet's strong suit. The Fire HD 10 has a hearty 6,300mAh battery. Subscribing to a newsletter indicates your consent to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Tom's Guide is part of Future US Inc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. You can sideload unavailable apps by searching for the APK file in the web browser, but be warned that some apps aren't compatible and you run the risk of installing malware or viruses. The Fire HD 10 measures 10.3 by 6.3 by 0.4 inches (HWD) and comes in at a hefty 17.8 ounces. Battery life: 6:56 (touch-only Alexa), 6:16 (hands-free Alexa) Personally, I'd rather spend $15 to remove Amazon's "special offers," aka its lock-screen advertisements. Available in black, blue, purple, or white, the Fire HD 10 looks like a near carbon copy of its predecessor. Future US, Inc. 11 West 42nd Street, 15th Floor, If you live a Prime-based lifestyle, with the Unlimited-version of Amazon's Kindle and Music services, the Fire HD 10 will be a gateway to those buffets of content. Your view of the Fire HD 10's operating system — Fire OS, a fork of Android — will likely depend on how much content you consume from Amazon. If you buy everything from Amazon, that's fine, but if you want to download apps from one of Amazon's competitors, you're out of luck. The New York Times app is missing, as are games like Asphalt 9 and Fortnite. Amazon’s older Fire HD 10 cases fit the new one. The Amazon Fire HD 10 is the biggest, cheapest way to get Amazon Prime perks on a tablet. 4.2 out of 5 stars. The speakers sit on the left and a microSD slot is on the right. How to Free Up Space on Your iPhone or iPad, How to Save Money on Your Cell Phone Bill, How to Find Free Tools to Optimize Your Small Business, How to Get Started With Project Management, Read Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet 7" Review. So if you're in the market for a simple, media-focused tablet, the Fire HD 10 is easily your best bet and our Editors' Choice. The new Fire HD 10 ($149.99) is no exception, with a more powerful processor, more RAM, and Fire OS 7, for smoother performance than you'll find on older Fire models. If you still use Google services, though, you'll be frustrated that Gmail and YouTube don't have real apps on Fire OS. Color accuracy is solid, though it lacks anti-reflective coating and can be hard to see outside or in a brightly lit room. If you don't mind living inside Amazon's walled garden, the Fire HD 10 is the best 10-inch tablet you can buy for $150 and our Editors' Choice. Instead, all Google services are relegated to their web versions, which look a little outdated at this point. Durability is a mixed bag, without any official drop or water protection. The front is dominated by a 10.1-inch display with chunky bezels, while the back is constructed of thin polycarbonate and bears the Amazon logo. Announced Sep 2017. Features 10.1″ display, MT8173 chipset, 2 MP primary camera, 3830 mAh battery, 64 GB storage, 2 GB RAM. Benchmarks are what you'd expect for the the price. Customer Questions & Answers See questions and answers. That said, it's better than the 8-inch, 189ppi Fire HD 8 for extended Prime Video binging sessions and reading the latest editions of your favorite magazines. There simply aren't any appealing Android tablets out there right now at this size and price, so your next best best is the iPad, which offers better performance and more apps, but it costs more than twice as much. Of course, you can use the Fire HD 10's web browser to make a purchase from anywhere. Neither are good.
If you do find your battery running low, the Fire HD 10 is Amazon's first tablet with USB-C connectivity. New York, Fire OS also puts "special offers" (i.e. The Amazon Fire HD 10 sees the mega-retailer finally put a great tablet out that won't primarily win folks over with a low price. Durability is a mixed bag, without any official drop or water protection. On PCMark, a suite of tests that emulate everyday tasks, the Fire HD 10 scored 5,105, far surpassing Walmart's 8-inch Onn. As usual, Fire OS highlights all of Amazon's products and makes purchasing them simple. That's enough to buy a second Fire HD 10 for a loved one. We tried using the front camera in good lighting to take selfies and talk on Skype, and both were blurry and noisy.
Amazon lets you pay the ads away, but that's not a bribe I'm paying on a tablet — where it feels like my eyesballs are being sold to keep the price of the Fire HD 10 under $200. Ports: 1x USB-C, headphone jack, microSD That said, it's better than the 8-inch, 189ppi Fire HD 8 for extended Prime Video binging sessions and reading the latest editions of your favorite magazines. Swipe left for windows that showcase your Books, Video, Games & Apps, Amazon Shop, Music, Audible, and Newsstand. Microsoft Surface Go vs. Apple iPad: Inexpensive Tablets Compared, iPad Air 4 Benchmarks Reveal Bolstered Performance From A14 Bionic Processor, Samsung Announces Galaxy Tab Active3 Ruggedized Tablet, Microsoft: Our 85-Inch Surface Hub 2S Is Great for Social Distancing, 2020 iPad: Faster Than Last Year's iPad Air. The animations for zooming in and out of photos, however, had some lag time — but nothing too bad. So while Fire OS isn't as open or as versatile as Android, that's also part of the beauty.
Swipe left for windows that showcase your Books, Video, Games & Apps, Amazon Shop, Music, Audible, and Newsstand. Your subscription has been confirmed.
Visit our corporate site. In terms of brightness, the Fire HD 10 maxes out at 403 nits, which is similar to the 400-nit Lenovo Tab 4 10 Plus, but it's outshined by the 484-nit iPad 2020 and the 427-nit MediaPad M5 Lite. Pretty impressive for a sub-$200 tablet. The Fire HD 10 has a hearty 6,300mAh battery. Yes, it costs $100 more than the popular Fire 7, but I've got them sitting next to each other in front of me, and I'd never give the cheaper one as a gift to a relative, but rather invest a little more to make sure their favorite TV shows look better and their tablet lasts for longer. The Amazon Appstore doesn't feature Walmart, Instacart, Macy's, or even Saks Fifth Avenue, all of which you can download on a standard Android tablet. 9th generation - 2019 release.