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Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)

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Onyx Boox Poke 5

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Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021) vs Onyx Boox Poke 5

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5

Why is Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021) better than Onyx Boox Poke 5?

  • 13.33% bigger screen size
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    6.8"vs6"
  • Is dustproof and water-resistant
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  • 13.33% more battery power
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    1700 mAhvs1500 mAh
  • Is weather-sealed (splashproof)
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  • Has wireless charging
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  • Gets direct OS updates
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  • Has dedicated media keys
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  • Has a child lock
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Why is Onyx Boox Poke 5 better than Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)?

  • 8 more file types supported
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    21vs13
  • Has an external memory slot
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  • 48 g lighter
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    160 gvs208 g
  • Wi-Fi version
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    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)vsWi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 38.18% less body volume
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    108.69 cm³vs175.81 cm³
  • 16.6 mm narrower
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    108 mmvs124.6 mm
  • 1GB more RAM memory
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    2GBvs1GB
  • 1.3 mm thinner
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    6.8 mmvs8.1 mm

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Design

weight

208 g

160 g

We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
volume

175.81 cm³

108.69 cm³

Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
is dustproof and water-resistant
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
width

124.6 mm

108 mm

The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
is weather-sealed (splashproof)
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
thickness

8.1 mm

6.8 mm

The thickness (or depth) of the product.
height

174.2 mm

148 mm

The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
lowest potential operating temperature

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The minimum temperature at which the device can perform to the optimal level.
maximum operating temperature

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The maximum temperature at which the device can perform to the optimal level.

Display

The size of the screen (measured diagonally).
is self-lit
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
Self-lit devices have a back or front light incorporated, so they can be used in poor light conditions or in the dark.
pixel density

300 ppi

300 ppi

Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
Has an e-paper display
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
An e-paper display provides a high contrast allowing users to read in direct sunlight without requiring much power.
has a touch screen
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
has anti-reflection coating
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
This helps to reduce the reflection from your device.
resolution

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1072 x 1448 px

Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
number of screen shades

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16

More screen shades (greys) result in better gradients and usually a better reading experience.
has branded damage-resistant glass
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Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.

Performance

The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
has an external memory slot
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
The device has a standard memory slot (such as an SD or micro SD card slot) that enables you to extend the built-in internal storage with affordable memory modules, or easily retrieve data, such as photographs, from the memory card.
RAM

1GB

2GB

Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of memory used to store working data and machine code. Having more RAM is particularly useful for multitasking, allowing you to run more programs at once or have more tabs open in your browser.
CPU speed

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021))

4 x 2 GHz

The CPU speed indicates how many processing cycles per second can be executed by a CPU, considering all of its cores (processing units). It is calculated by adding the clock rates of each core or, in the case of multi-core processors employing different microarchitectures, of each group of cores.
semiconductor size

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Small semiconductors provide better performance and reduced power consumption. Chipsets with a higher number of transistors, semiconductor components of electronic devices, offer more computational power. A small form factor allows more transistors to fit on a chip, therefore increasing its performance.
maximum amount of external memory supported

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The maximum amount of external storage memory supported by the the device.
included SD card (memory size)

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Some manufacturers include a memory card in the box. An SD card with a higher storage capacity allows you to extend the storage space on your device with ease, providing you with more space for your data.

Connectivity

has a cellular module
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
Devices that use cellular technology can connect to mobile networks. Cellular networks have much wider signal coverage than Wi-Fi.
supports Wi-Fi
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version

Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)

Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)

The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
Has Bluetooth
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows you to easily transfer data between different devices, such as smartphones, tablets and computers.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
has a search browser
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
With a search browser app, you can surf the internet from your device.
has NFC
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
NFC (near-field communication) allows a device to perform simple wireless transactions, such as mobile payments. Note: this feature may not be available in all markets.
is DLNA-certified
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
All DLNA-certified products are compatible with one another. When different devices are connected to the same network, data can be transferred easily between them.
download speed

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Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Onyx Boox Poke 5)

This is the maximum download speed supported. In reality, the download speed will usually be lower, as it will be affected by other factors (such as your home/mobile network speeds).

Battery

battery power

1700 mAh

1500 mAh

Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
Battery life

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The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
Has USB Type-C
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
has a removable battery
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
charge time

2.5 hours

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Onyx Boox Poke 5)

The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
Supports fast charging
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
Fast charging technologies, like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge or MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
has wireless charging
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
operating power consumption

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How much power the device consumes when it's switched on.
has a rechargeable battery
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
The battery can be recharged and used over again.

Features

Ad-free
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
Adverts can be distracting and obtrusive. Apps and blogs without ads are more aesthetically pleasing, nicer to use, and make the content stand out.
has a built-in speaker
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
The device has a built-in speaker for playing audio.
has dictionary
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
The device has a dictionary that can be accessed offline.
How many file types the device supports, such as PDF, JPG or PNG.
Has access to real library to “borrow” e-books
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
Users can get access to books from real libraries.
supports text-to-speech
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
This enables your device to verbalize on-screen content.
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has GPS
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
GPS enables global positioning, useful in map, geo-tagging or navigation apps.
has stereo speakers
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.

Miscellaneous

gets direct OS updates
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5
The device receives operating system updates directly from the developer, so you don't need to wait for the manufacturer to release an update.
Ingress Protection (IP) rating

IPX8

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The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
has theme customization
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5 (Android 11)
Theme customization allows you to easily change the appearance of the user interface (UI). For example, by changing the system colors or the app icons.
has Wi-Fi password sharing
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5 (Android 11)
Wi-Fi passwords can be shared automatically between devices (if you are signed in to iCloud on both devices).
Has customizable notifications
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5 (Android 11)
You can easily manage notifications by adjusting your preferences, and you can also turn them off completely for specific apps.
has focus modes
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5 (Android 11)
You can set different focus modes, for example when working or driving. Each mode can be customized, allowing you to block notifications from specific apps, filter calls, or automatically reply to messages (iOS only).
has dark mode
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5 (Android 11)
Dark mode (sometimes known as night mode) changes the background user interface (UI) elements to a darker color scheme, with lighter colored text and icons on top.
Tracks the current position of a mobile device
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5 (Android 11)
The OS has a feature for tracking the position of a mobile device. This feature is particularly useful if your phone gets stolen or if you lose it.
Supports instant markup
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
Onyx Boox Poke 5 (Android 11)
Instant markup allows you to easily add notes to PDFs or screenshots using a stylus.

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