Fire HD 8 2024 (12th Gen) is an upgraded model (not a new model or a new gen in the product line) of Fire HD 8 20222 (12th Gen). This means the update in this 2024 release is relatively limited.
This Fire Tablet guide explains the new features and upgrades in Fire HD 8 2024, including more RAM, AI features, and an improved rear camera, to help you decide whether this tablet is the right device for you.
If you are considering a Fire tablet, you may check out the Fire Tablet Buyer's Guide 2025, which covers all Fire tablet models available in the market and the key differences among them.
Additional RAM
Fire HD 8 2024 (12th Gen) now has 3GB RAM for the 32GB storage version and 4GB RAM for the 64GB version. So, compared to Fire HD 8 2022, both versions get 1GB of additional RAM.
For this reason, Amazon claims a 50% increase in RAM (2GB to 3GB). For the 64GB version, the increase is 33.3%.
Although many potential buyers may be disappointed with the ancient CPU, which is identical to that in Fire HD 8 2022 (12th Gen), it is actually smart to add more RAM if you can only upgrade one of them. The tablet feels smoother when switching between apps, especially for some large apps.
Additional RAM is very likely required for the coming AI features (read on).
5MP rear camera
Fire HD 8 2024 (12th Gen) shares identical dimensions and button layout with Fire HD 8 2022 (12th Gen). The second upgrade to the tablet is the rear camera sensor.
The rear camera in Fire HD 8 2024 is upgraded to 5MP (from 2MP in the 2022 model). It should take better photos than its predecessor. This “upgrade” is compared to Fire HD 8 2022. Fire HD 8 Plus 2022 (12th Gen) was already equipped with the same 5MP camera sensor.
Of course, this is still a “tablet-quality” camera. Do not compare it with the camera in $500 or $1000 phones.
AI features
The third upgrade is the AI features, which will be available in late October or early November. Amazon offers three major AI features on Fire HD 8 2024 (12th Gen) and a few other tablets:
- Wallpaper Creator. You can create your own wallpapers using AI. Provide your prompt and get your desired wallpaper.
- Webpage summaries. The Silk Browser can summarize the content on the page with AI.
- Writing Assist The keyboard on the tablet can help your writing. In addition to the old-school spell correction, the AI feature of the keyboard can help you with grammar, choose the tone, and rewrite some text. This AI feature is similar to the Writing Assistant in the Samsung keyboard. But do not confuse it with the new Galaxy AI's Writing Assist.
These AI features will also be available to some other Fire tablets, including Fire Max 11, Fire HD 10 2023 (13th Gen), Fire HD 10 Plus (2021), and Fire HD 10 2021 (11th Gen).
You may check this guide on how to use the Webpage Summaries.
FAQs on Fire HD 8 2024 (12th Gen)
No, there is no Plus version for the Fire HD 8 2024 release.
No, none of the Fire HD 8 2024 (12th Gen) supports wireless charging. Amazon reserves the wireless charging to the Plus version (e.g., Fire HD 8 Plus 2002, Fire HD 8 Plus 2022, and Fire HD 10 Plus 2021) and Fire Max 11. Normal HD models do not support wireless charging.
Yes, because the dimensions, button layout, and Fire OS version (Fire OS 8/Android 11) are identical for Fire HD 8 2022 and Fire HD 2024, all accessories for the 2022 model can be used on the 2024 model without issues.
No, the CPU (and GPU) is identical to the 2022 model, so the CPU/GPU will not be faster. However, due to the increase in RAM, the 2024 model generally runs smoother than the 2022 model.
It depends on your needs and budget. You may consider it when it is discounted. Please check the Fire Tablet Buyers' Guide for suggestions on when to choose and which model to choose.
No, Fire HD 8 2024 (12th Gen) does not support any active pens. Currently, only Fire HD 10 2023 (13th Gen) and Fire Max 11 support active pens.
Yes, it is possible to sideload the Google Play Store on Amazon Fire HD 8 2024 (12th Gen) and use some of your favorite apps from the Play Store.
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An excellent summary of the new features of the Fire 8 (2024). Thank you.