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Kindle Ereader vs Onyx Boox Palma

May 09, 2026
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Kindle Ereader
Basic 6-inch Kindle e-reader with e-ink display that looks and reads like real paper. The matte screen reflects light and uses a backlight, so you can read with equal comfort in bright sunlight and in the dark. Unlike tablet screens, the Kindle is glare-free. The low cost is achieved through ads displayed on the lock screen. A single battery charge lasts weeks. 8 GB of memory is enough to store thousands of books. You can listen to audiobooks via Bluetooth.
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Onyx Boox Palma
ONYX BOOX Palma is a smartphone-sized 6” reader that combines compact size and convenient shape with high performance. The model runs the Android 11 operating system, which allows you to install third-party applications. Thanks to its compact size, the ONYX BOOX Palma will be an ideal choice for those who like to read while traveling.
Kindle Ereader vs Onyx Boox Palma in our news:

2025. Onyx Boox released Palma 2 Pro



Onyx Boox has unveiled the international version of its supercompact e-reader Palma 2 Pro. It features 6.13-inch E-Ink display with warm or cool light, that allows comfortably read even at night. The device has a fingerprint-reading power button, volume and page-turn buttons and a smart button. Key strengths are Android 15 as operating system and full access to the Google Play Store, hybrid slot for SD or SIM cards. Palma 2 Pro supports the Inksense stylus for taking notes or editing PDFs. A USB-C port is used for charging and data transfer. The device is powered by a 3950 mAh battery and its dimensions power it are 159 x 80 x 8.8 mm and it weighs 175 g. The price is $400

Author: Dhaval Parekh
Dhaval possesses a strong passion for technology and actively stays informed about the most recent advancements in the tech industry and cutting-edge gadgets. He pays special attention to dedicated e-Ink eReaders, e-Ink note-taking devices and tablets. In addition to his writing pursuits, Dhaval enjoys immersing himself in books and audiobooks, indulging in movies and series. Each month, he devotes his time to reading 1-2 fiction and tech books, and he proudly owns a diverse collection of eReaders. Having previously worked at TechCrunch, Dhaval now shares his expertise by contributing articles to various tech portals. You can contact Dhaval via email dhaval@bookrunch.com