| Name | Boox Go Color 7 Gen II | Kobo Libra Colour |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $249.99 | $229.99 |
| Released | 2025 | 2024 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Boox, Amazon | Kobo, Amazon |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | E Ink Kaleido 3 | E Ink Kaleido 3 |
| Display size (inch) | 7 | 7 |
| Resolution (pixels W×H) | 1264×1680 | 1264×1680 |
| Color display? | Yes | Yes |
| Pixel density | 300 PPI, color: 150 PPI | 300 PPI, color: 150 PPI |
| Screen light? | Yes | Yes: ComfortLight PRO |
| Adjust color temperature? | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-rotate? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Input options & features | ||
| Touchscreen | ✔ | ✔ |
| Button controls? | ✔ Page-turn | ✔ Page-turn |
| Stylus input | ✔ | ✔ |
| Dark mode | ✔ | ✔ |
| Audiobooks | ✔ | ✔ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth | ✔ | ✔ |
| Wi-Fi? | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Cellular network | ❌ | ❌ |
| Software | ||
| Operating system | Android 13 | Kobo firmware |
| Reading apps & e-book shops | Any; download via Google Play Store | Kobo, Pocket, Libby/Overdrive |
| Web browser? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Email app? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Dropbox & Google Drive? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Hardware specifications | ||
| Internal storage | 64 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM | 4000 MB | 1000 MB |
| CPU clock speed | 2.0 GHz octa core | 2 GHz dual core |
| Other built in: | Speaker, microphone | - |
| Ports & battery | ||
| MicroSD card reader? | ✔ | ❌ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | Via USB adapter | ❌ |
| HDMI port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 2300 mAh | 2050 mAh |
| USB (charging) port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Waterproof? | 'Water-repellent' | Yes - IPX8 (60 mins, 2 meters) |
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 15.6×13.7×0.64 | 16.1×14.46×0.83 |
| Weight (gram): | 195 | 199.5 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.14×5.39×0.25 | 6.34×5.69×0.33 |
| Weight (oz): | 6.9 | 7.04 |
| Screen: flush or recessed? | Flush | Recessed |
| Color options: | Black | Black, white |
| Accessories in the box | None (in EU: includes magnetic case) | - |
| More information | ||
| Model number | Go Color 7 Gen II | N428 |
| User guide / manual | User Guide | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Boox.com | Kobobooks.com |
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