Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024) vs Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024)

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

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024) leads Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) overall by 5 points (64 vs 59 out of 100).
  • Key differences: storage, where Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024) has 32 GB vs 16 GB.
  • Best value: Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) (from $159.99) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024) leads overall
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024) · 69 overall, #16 of 27
64
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) · 65 overall, #19 of 27
59
Key differences
  • StorageAmazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024) 32 GB vs 16 GB

Scores by Category

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024) wins 1 of 5 categories

CategoryKindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024)Kindle Paperwhite (2024)Lead
Display
Tie
Reading Features
Tie
Storage & Battery
+25
Design & Build
Tie
Connectivity & Software
Tie

Physical Comparison

214 g211 g
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024)Kindle Paperwhite (2024)

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024) is 3 g (1%) heavier than Kindle Paperwhite (2024).

Value for Money

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

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024)

Kindle Paperwhite (2024)

Detailed Specifications

Display

Feature
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024)
Kindle Paperwhite (2024)
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 Signature Edition (2024)
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 Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024)
Kindle Paperwhite (2024)
Storage
32 GB100% more
16 GB
microSD Expansion
No
No
Battery Capacity
1,900 mAh
1,900 mAh

Design & Build

Feature
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024)
Kindle Paperwhite (2024)
Weight
214 g
211 g
USB-C
Yes
Yes

Connectivity & Software

Feature
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024)
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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