| Name | Boox Go 6 (Gen II) | Kindle Paperwhite |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $199.99 | $140 |
| Released | 2026 | 2012 |
| Availability | Available | Discontinued |
| Check price: | Boox, Amazon | Ebay, Amazon |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | E Ink | E Ink Pearl |
| Display size (inch) | 6 | 6 |
| Resolution (pixels W×H) | 1072×1448 | 758×1024 |
| Color display? | No | No |
| Pixel density | 300 PPI | 212 PPI |
| Screen light? | Yes | Yes |
| Adjust color temperature? | Yes | No |
| Auto-rotate? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Input options & features | ||
| Touchscreen | ✔ | ✔ |
| Button controls? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Stylus input | ✔ | ❌ |
| Dark mode | ✔ | ❌ |
| Audiobooks | ✔ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth | ✔ | ❌ |
| Wi-Fi? | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 4 |
| Cellular network | ❌ | 3G optional ⓘ |
| Software | ||
| Operating system | Android 11 | Kindle firmware |
| Reading apps & e-book shops | Any; download via Google Play Store | Kindle, Libby: send to Kindle (US only) |
| Web browser? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Email app? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Dropbox & Google Drive? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Hardware specifications | ||
| Internal storage | 32 GB | 2 GB |
| RAM | 3000 MB | 256 MB |
| CPU clock speed | 2.0 GHz octa core | 0.8 GHz |
| Other built in: | Microphone | - |
| Ports & battery | ||
| MicroSD card reader? | ✔ | ❌ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | Via USB adapter | ❌ |
| HDMI port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 1500 mAh | 1420 mAh |
| USB (charging) port | USB-C | Micro-USB |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Waterproof? | No | No |
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 14.9×10.9×0.68 | 16.9×11.7×0.91 |
| Weight (gram): | 160 | 213 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 5.9×4.3×0.27 | 6.7×4.6×0.36 |
| Weight (oz): | 5.64 | 7.5 |
| Screen: flush or recessed? | Flush | Recessed |
| Color options: | Dark purple, gray, white, yellow | Black |
| Accessories in the box | Magnetic case, SDcard-eject tool. Optional: InkSense Plus stylus (+$33) | - |
| More information | ||
| Model number | Go 6 Gen II | EY21 |
| User guide / manual | User Guide | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Boox.com | Amazon |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Boox, Amazon | Ebay, Amazon |
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