Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet falls to $79.99 in an early October Prime Day deal

Save $37.95 ahead of Prime Big Deal Days.

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale runs October 6 and 7, but Prime members can already get this 64GB Fire HD 8 for $79.99.

Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet drops to $79.99 - save $37.95. Its 8-inch screen and up to 13 hours of battery life make it a practical pick for portable entertainment.

THE DEAL

Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet

$79.99 (was $117.94) - Save $37.95 (32% off)

WhereAmazon Expires: October 7, 2026 11:59 PM PDT

Get This Price

For just $79.99, below its 30-day average of $117.94, this tablet also undercuts its recorded historical low of $84.99. Its 90-day average is $119.33 and its 180-day average is $124.06, putting the current price below all three supplied averages.

What You're Getting

• Display and design: An 8-inch HD screen in a thin, light, durable body, with a black finish and a 5MP rear-facing camera for photos.
• Performance and storage: A hexa-core processor, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. Expandable capacity reaches up to 1TB with storage sold separately.
• Battery life: Up to 13 hours of reading, web browsing, watching videos, gaming and listening to music, whether you are at home or on the go.
• Entertainment: Stream or download shows, movies and games, including Minecraft and Roblox. Amazon's Appstore also provides access to apps such as Hulu, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
• Everyday tools: Summarize webpages, polish emails and create wallpapers. Alexa handles music, news, weather, shopping lists, reminders and smart home controls, while apps such as Zoom support video calls.

Who This Is For

This fits readers, casual gamers and people who want a compact screen for shows without spending much. The combination of built-in storage and expansion support suits buyers who prefer downloading entertainment for later. Email and webpage tools also give it a role in light everyday tasks between watching and reading.

The Caveat

Google Play is not supported, so buyers who depend on that store should skip this model. Some apps require subscriptions, which add to the cost of the content you use.

Final Verdict

Choose the Fire HD 8 if your priorities are reading, streaming and casual games on a portable screen. Get the 64GB model for $79.99 if Amazon's Appstore covers the apps you use.