| Name | Kobo Libra Colour | Boox Note Air 3 C |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $229.99 | $499.99 |
| Released | 2024 | 2023 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Kobo, Amazon | Boox, Amazon |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | E Ink Kaleido 3 | E Ink Kaleido 3 |
| Display size (inch) | 7 | 10.3 |
| Resolution (pixels W×H) | 1264×1680 | 1860×2480 |
| Color display? | Yes | Yes |
| Pixel density | 300 PPI, color: 150 PPI | 300 PPI, color: 150 PPI |
| Screen light? | Yes: ComfortLight PRO | Yes |
| Adjust color temperature? | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-rotate? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Input options & features | ||
| Touchscreen | ✔ | ✔ |
| Button controls? | ✔ Page-turn | ❌ |
| Stylus input | ✔ | ✔ |
| Dark mode | ✔ | ❌ ⓘ |
| Audiobooks | ✔ | ✔ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth | ✔ | ✔ |
| Wi-Fi? | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Cellular network | ❌ | ❌ |
| Software | ||
| Operating system | Kobo firmware | Android 12 |
| Reading apps & e-book shops | Kobo, Pocket, Libby/Overdrive | Any; download via Google Play Store |
| Web browser? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Email app? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Dropbox & Google Drive? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Hardware specifications | ||
| Internal storage | 32 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM | 1000 MB | 4000 MB |
| CPU clock speed | 2 GHz dual core | 2.4 GHz octa core |
| Other built in: | - | Speaker, microphone, fingerprint scanner |
| Ports & battery | ||
| MicroSD card reader? | ❌ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | Via USB adapter |
| HDMI port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 2050 mAh | 3700 mAh |
| USB (charging) port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Waterproof? | Yes - IPX8 (60 mins, 2 meters) | No |
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 16.1×14.46×0.83 | 22.6×19.3×0.58 |
| Weight (gram): | 199.5 | 430 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.34×5.69×0.33 | 8.90×7.60×0.23 |
| Weight (oz): | 7.04 | 15.17 |
| Screen: flush or recessed? | Recessed | Flush |
| Color options: | Black, white | Black |
| Accessories in the box | - | Stylus |
| More information | ||
| Model number | N428 | Note Air 3 C |
| User guide / manual | User Guide | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Kobobooks.com | Boox.com |
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