The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from E-Readers, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

Amazon Kindle 6-inch 16 GB (2024) Amazon Kindle 6-inch 16 GB (2024) #2 in E-Readers
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Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 7in 16GB (Jade, newest) Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 7in 16GB (Jade, newest) #16 in E-Readers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#16
Screen
167 ppi, standard front-light, no warm light
300ppi, warm light
Battery
~4 weeks typical reading
6+ weeks
Storage
16 GB
16GB
Waterproofing
None
IPX8 submersible
Verdict
Best budget e-reader for Kindle users
The default e-reader to beat

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