| Name | PocketBook InkPad Color | Boox Nova Air C |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $329.99 | $449.99 |
| Released | 2021 | 2022 |
| Availability | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Check price: | Ebay, Amazon | Ebay, Amazon |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | E Ink Kaleido Plus | E Ink Kaleido Plus |
| Display size (inch) | 7.8 | 7.8 |
| Resolution (pixels W×H) | 1404×1872 | 1404×1872 |
| Color display? | Yes | Yes |
| Pixel density | 300 PPI, color: 100 PPI | 300 PPI, color: 100 PPI |
| Screen light? | Yes: Frontlight | Yes |
| Adjust color temperature? | No | Yes |
| Auto-rotate? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Input options & features | ||
| Touchscreen | ✔ | ✔ |
| Button controls? | ✔ Page-turn, home, menu | ❌ |
| Stylus input | ❌ | ✔ |
| Dark mode | ✔ | ❌ ⓘ |
| Audiobooks | ✔ | ✔ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth | ✔ | ✔ |
| Wi-Fi? | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Cellular network | ❌ | ❌ |
| Software | ||
| Operating system | Linux 3.10.65 | Android 11 |
| Reading apps & e-book shops | Bookstore, EPUB & PDF support | Any; download via Google Play Store ⓘ |
| Web browser? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Email app? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Dropbox & Google Drive? | ✔ Dropbox | ✔ |
| Hardware specifications | ||
| Internal storage | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM | 1000 MB | 3000 MB |
| CPU clock speed | 1 GHz dual core | 2.0 GHz octa core |
| Other built in: | - | Speaker, microphone |
| Ports & battery | ||
| MicroSD card reader? | ✔ | ❌ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | Via provided adapter | Via USB adapter |
| Other ports? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 2900 mAh | 2000 mAh |
| (USB) charging port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Waterproof? | No | No |
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 19.5×13.65×0.8 | 19.4×13.65×0.63 |
| Weight (gram): | 225 | 235 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 7.68×5.37×0.31 | 7.64×5.37×0.25 |
| Weight (oz): | 7.94 | 8.29 |
| Screen: flush or recessed? | Recessed | Flush |
| Color options: | Gold | Black |
| Accessories in the box | USB-C to AUX audio adapter | Stylus |
| More information | ||
| Model number | PB741 | Nova Air C |
| User guide / manual | User manual | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Pocketbook.ch | Onyxboox.com |
| Brand origin | Switzerland (Europe) | China |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Ebay, Amazon | Ebay, Amazon |
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