Amazon Fire HD 8 (2024) vs Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025)
The Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 (2024) and Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Amazon Fire HD 8 (2024) is the cheaper of the two at $99 versus $999, a difference of about $900. The Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Amazon Fire HD 8 (2024) stands out for incredible value at $99 for a capable 8-inch tablet, while Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) is praised for m5 chip with 3.5x ai performance vs m4. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Amazon Fire HD 8 (2024) if…
- →Incredible value at $99 for a capable 8-inch tablet
- →13-hour battery life is excellent for reading and streaming
- →MicroSD expansion up to 1 TB compensates for limited storage
Buy the Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) if…
- →M5 chip with 3.5x AI performance vs M4
- →Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED display
- →Wi-Fi 7 via N1 chip, C1X modem for cellular
Pros & Cons
Amazon Fire HD 8 (2024)
Pros
- Incredible value at $99 for a capable 8-inch tablet
- 13-hour battery life is excellent for reading and streaming
- MicroSD expansion up to 1 TB compensates for limited storage
- Wi-Fi 6 is fast for the price
- Compact and lightweight — perfect for kids and e-reading
Cons
- 1280x800 resolution looks soft — this is a 2024 device
- Fire OS lacks Google Play Store — sideloading required
- 3 GB RAM is very limited for multitasking
- Cameras are barely functional for video calls
Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025)
Pros
- M5 chip with 3.5x AI performance vs M4
- Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED display
- Wi-Fi 7 via N1 chip, C1X modem for cellular
- Apple Pencil Pro support
- Thunderbolt / USB 4 connectivity
Cons
- Starting at $999 is expensive
- Still 5.1mm thin limits thermal headroom
- No headphone jack
Full Specifications
| Spec | Amazon Fire HD 8 (2024) | Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Fire OS 8 (based on Android) | iPadOS 19 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 337 g | 444 g |
| Dimensions | 201.9 x 137.3 x 9.6 mm | 249.7 x 177.5 x 5.1 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 13 hours reading | Up to 10 hours |
| Capacity | 4750 mAh | — |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 5 MP | 12 MP wide, 12 MP ultrawide, LiDAR |
| Front camera | 2 MP | 12 MP TrueDepth, Center Stage |
| Display | ||
| Size | 8 inches | 11.0 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED |
| Resolution | 1280 x 800 | 2420 x 1668 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz ProMotion |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 32 GB, 64 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 3 GB | 16 GB |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT8169A (hexa-core) | Apple M5 (10-core CPU) |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | Thunderbolt / USB 4 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7 (N1 chip) |
| Cellular | ||
| Stylus Support | ||
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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