| Name | PocketBook InkPad Lite | Kobo Sage |
|---|---|---|
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| MSRP | $299.99 | $259.99 |
| Released | 2021 | 2021 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Amazon | Kobo, Amazon |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | E Ink Carta | E Ink Carta 1200 |
| Display size (inch) | 9.7 | 8 |
| Resolution (pixels W×H) | 825×1200 | 1440×1920 |
| Color display? | No | No |
| Pixel density | 150 PPI | 300 PPI |
| Screen light? | Yes: SMARTlight | Yes: ComfortLight PRO |
| Adjust color temperature? | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-rotate? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Input options & features | ||
| Touchscreen | ✔ | ✔ |
| Button controls? | ✔ Page-turn, home, menu | ✔ Page-turn |
| Stylus input | ❌ | ✔ |
| Dark mode | ✔ | ✔ |
| Audiobooks | ❌ | ✔ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth | ❌ | ✔ |
| Wi-Fi? | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Cellular network | ❌ | ❌ |
| Software | ||
| Operating system | Linux 3.10.65 | Kobo firmware |
| Reading apps & e-book shops | Bookstore, EPUB & PDF support | Kobo, Pocket, Libby/Overdrive |
| Web browser? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Email app? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Dropbox & Google Drive? | ✔ Dropbox | ✔ |
| Hardware specifications | ||
| Internal storage | 8 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| CPU clock speed | 1 GHz dual core | 1.8 GHz quad core |
| Other built in: | - | - |
| Ports & battery | ||
| MicroSD card reader? | ✔ | ❌ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other ports? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 2200 mAh | 1200 mAh |
| (USB) charging port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Waterproof? | No | Yes - IPX8 (60 mins, 2 meters) |
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 23.6×17.3×0.79 | 18.14×16.05×0.76 |
| Weight (gram): | 369 | 240.8 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 9.3×6.81×0.31 | 7.1×6.3×0.3 |
| Weight (oz): | 13.02 | 8.5 |
| Screen: flush or recessed? | Recessed | Flush |
| Color options: | Grey | Black |
| Accessories in the box | - | - |
| More information | ||
| Model number | PB970 | N778 |
| User guide / manual | User manual | User guide |
| Official site link: | Pocketbook.ch | Kobobooks.com |
| Brand origin | Switzerland | Canada |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Kobo, Amazon |
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