What distinguishes the basic Kindle from the Kindle Paperwhite? We explain.
An e-reader works wonders for bookworms struggling with library management. You don’t even have to spend that much either, as today’s entry-level options pack a ton of features. Case in point: Amazon’s latest Kindle, which just launched in mid-October. It offers a 300 ppi display, an improved front light, and audiobook playback.
Still, a higher-end model can bring material benefits. That’s especially so when comparing the basic Kindle against the more luxe Kindle Paperwhite (and its fancier Paperwhite Signature Edition variant), which also got a refresh for 2024. A few key differences exist between the two models that can dramatically tip the scales in favor of one over the other, depending on your situation.
To make it easier to decide between the two, we’ve highlighted the main features of each model. We’ve also included a chart at the end of the article that shows the full spec comparison.
