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

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

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) and Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2026) are closely matched overall (within 2 points).
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) and Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2026) are closely matched
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) · 65 overall, #19 of 27
61
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2026) · 64 overall, #20 of 27
59

Scores by Category

Evenly split — each wins 1 of 5 categories

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

Physical Comparison

211 g204 g
Kindle Paperwhite (2024)Kindle Paperwhite (2026)

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

Value for Money

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

Kindle Paperwhite (2024)

Kindle Paperwhite (2026)

Detailed Specifications

Display

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

Reading Features

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

Design & Build

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

Connectivity & Software

Feature
Kindle Paperwhite (2024)
Kindle Paperwhite (2026)
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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