Amazon Kindle Colorsoft (2026) vs Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024)

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Amazon Kindle Colorsoft (2026) and Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) are closely matched overall (within 3 points).
  • Key differences: only Amazon Kindle Colorsoft (2026) has colour screen.
  • Best value: Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) (from $159.99) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Amazon Kindle Colorsoft (2026) and Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) are closely matched
Amazon Kindle Colorsoft (2026) · 68 overall, #17 of 27
64
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) · 65 overall, #19 of 27
61
Key differences
  • Colour ScreenAmazon Kindle Colorsoft (2026) only

Scores by Category

Kindle Colorsoft (2026) wins 2 of 5 categories · Kindle Paperwhite (2024) wins 1

CategoryKindle Colorsoft (2026)Kindle Paperwhite (2024)Lead
Display
+15
Reading Features
Tie
Storage & Battery
+13
Design & Build
+4
Connectivity & Software
Tie

Physical Comparison

204 g211 g
Kindle Colorsoft (2026)Kindle Paperwhite (2024)

Kindle Paperwhite (2024) is 7 g (3%) heavier than Kindle Colorsoft (2026).

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

Kindle Colorsoft (2026)

Kindle Paperwhite (2024)

Detailed Specifications

Display

Feature
Kindle Colorsoft (2026)
Kindle Paperwhite (2024)
Screen Size
7 in
7 in
Resolution
1680 × 1264 px
1680 × 1264 px
Pixel Density
300 PPI
300 PPI
Colour Screen
Yes
No
Front Light
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Warm Light
Yes
Yes

Reading Features

Feature
Kindle Colorsoft (2026)
Kindle Paperwhite (2024)
Waterproof (IPX8)
Yes
Yes
Physical Page Buttons
No
No
Stylus / Note-Taking
No
No
Audiobook Support
Yes
Yes
Native EPUB / Open Formats
No
No

Storage & Battery

Feature
Kindle Colorsoft (2026)
Kindle Paperwhite (2024)
Storage
16 GB
16 GB
microSD Expansion
No
No
Battery Capacity
N/A
1,900 mAh

Design & Build

Feature
Kindle Colorsoft (2026)
Kindle Paperwhite (2024)
Weight
204 g3% less
211 g
USB-C
Yes
Yes

Connectivity & Software

Feature
Kindle Colorsoft (2026)
Kindle Paperwhite (2024)
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.

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