| Name | Kobo Clara BW | Kindle Paperwhite 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $139.99 | $179.99 |
| Released | 2024 | 2024 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Kobo, Amazon | Amazon |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | E Ink Carta 1300 | E Ink Carta 1300 |
| Display size (inch) | 6 | 7 |
| Resolution (pixels W×H) | 1072×1448 | 1264×1680 |
| Color display? | No | No |
| Pixel density | 300 PPI | 300 PPI |
| Screen light? | Yes: ComfortLight PRO | Yes |
| Adjust color temperature? | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-rotate? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Input options & features | ||
| Touchscreen | ✔ | ✔ |
| Button controls? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Stylus input | ❌ | ❌ |
| Dark mode | ✔ | ✔ |
| Audiobooks | ✔ | ✔ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth | ✔ | ✔ |
| Wi-Fi? | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Cellular network | ❌ | ❌ |
| Software | ||
| Operating system | Kobo firmware | Kindle firmware |
| Reading apps & e-book shops | Kobo, Pocket, Libby/Overdrive | Kindle, Libby: send to Kindle (US only) |
| Web browser? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Email app? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Dropbox & Google Drive? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Hardware specifications | ||
| Internal storage | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM | 512 MB | ? |
| CPU clock speed | 1 GHz | ? GHz dual core |
| Other built in: | - | - |
| Ports & battery | ||
| MicroSD card reader? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| HDMI port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 1500 mAh | 1900 mAh |
| USB (charging) port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Waterproof? | Yes - IPX8 (60 mins, 2 meters) | Yes - IPX8 (60 mins, 2 meters) |
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 16.0×11.2×0.92 | 17.67×12.76×0.78 |
| Weight (gram): | 174 | 214 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.30×4.41×0.36 | 7.0×5.0×0.3 |
| Weight (oz): | 6.14 | 7.5 |
| Screen: flush or recessed? | Recessed | Flush |
| Color options: | Black | Black, green (jade), pink (raspberry) |
| Accessories in the box | - | - |
| More information | ||
| Model number | N365 | SA568B |
| User guide / manual | User Guide | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Kobobooks.com | Amazon |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Kobo, Amazon | Amazon |
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