| Name | Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition | Kindle Scribe Colorsoft |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $279.99 | $629.99 |
| Released | 2024 | 2025 |
| Availability | Available | Announced (2025 release) |
| Current price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | E Ink Kaleido 3 | E Ink Kaleido 3 |
| Display size (inch) | 7 | 11 |
| Resolution (pixels W×H) | 1264×1680 | 1980×2640 (TBC) |
| Color display? | Yes | Yes |
| Pixel density | 300 PPI, color: 150 PPI | 300 PPI, color: 150 PPI |
| Screen light? | Yes | Yes |
| Adjust color temperature? | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-rotate? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Input options & features | ||
| Touchscreen | ✔ | ✔ |
| Button controls? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Stylus input | ❌ | ✔ |
| Dark mode | ✔ pages only | ? |
| Audiobooks | ✔ | ✔ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth | ✔ | ✔ |
| Wi-Fi? | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Cellular network | ❌ | ❌ |
| Software | ||
| Operating system | Kindle firmware | Kindle firmware |
| Reading apps & e-book shops | Kindle, Libby: send to Kindle (US only) | Kindle, Libby: send to Kindle (US only) |
| Web browser? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Email app? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Dropbox & Google Drive? | ❌ | ✔ Google Drive, OneDrive |
| Hardware specifications | ||
| Internal storage | 32 GB | 32 GB | 64 GB ⓘ |
| RAM | 1000 MB | ? |
| CPU clock speed | 2.0 GHz dual core | ? GHz quad core |
| Other built in: | - | - |
| Ports & battery | ||
| MicroSD card reader? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| HDMI port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 2310 mAh | ? |
| USB (charging) port | USB-C + charge wireless | USB-C |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Waterproof? | Yes - IPX8 (60 mins, 2 meters) | No |
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 17.67×12.76×0.78 | 24.5×18.9×0.54 |
| Weight (gram): | 219 | 400 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 7.0×5.0×0.3 | 9.6×7.4×0.21 |
| Weight (oz): | 7.7 | 14.1 |
| Screen: flush or recessed? | Flush | Flush |
| Color options: | Metallic black | Gray (graphite), Purple (fig) |
| Accessories in the box | - | Premium pen, replacement tips |
| More information | ||
| Model number | SA59CP | ? |
| User guide / manual | User Guide | Not available |
| Official site link: | Amazon | Amazon |
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