Amazon Fire HD 8 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
The Verdict
The Amazon Fire HD 8 (2024) and Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 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 $800, a difference of about $701. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 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 Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is praised for ip68 water and dust resistance for a tablet. 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 Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 if…
- →IP68 water and dust resistance for a tablet
- →S Pen included in the box
- →Dimensity 9400+ delivers flagship performance
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
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
Pros
- IP68 water and dust resistance for a tablet
- S Pen included in the box
- Dimensity 9400+ delivers flagship performance
- MicroSD expansion up to 2TB
- Slim 5.5mm profile
Cons
- Starting price of $800 is steep for 11-inch tablet
- 13MP rear camera is basic for the price
- No HDMI or Thunderbolt port
Full Specifications
| Spec | Amazon Fire HD 8 (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Fire OS 8 (based on Android) | Android 16, One UI 8 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 337 g | 469 g |
| Dimensions | 201.9 x 137.3 x 9.6 mm | 253.8 x 165.3 x 5.5 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 13 hours reading | Up to 17 hours video |
| Capacity | 4750 mAh | 8400 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 5 MP | 13 MP, f/2.0, AF |
| Front camera | 2 MP | 12 MP, f/2.4, ultrawide |
| Display | ||
| Size | 8 inches | 11.0 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, HDR10+ |
| Resolution | 1280 x 800 | 1600 x 2560 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 32 GB, 64 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 2 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 3 GB | 12 GB |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT8169A (hexa-core) | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E (tri-band) |
| 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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