Kobo glo vs aura review9/13/2023 ![]() These specs are more than enough to power these devices, so expect speedy performance from both. Powering the Aura One is a 1GHz processor and 512MB of RAM, which is exactly what you’ll find under the hood of the Paperwhite. Kobo has provided more than enough raw power to ensure a smooth experience when using its new e-reader. Kobo Aura One vs Kindle Paperwhite – Hardware While the Paperwhite and Aura One are evenly matched when it comes to arguably the most important screen spec, the resolution, the latter has a few extra features which make it a more capable offering. We’ll let you know when we’ve tried it out.īoth offer front-lit displays, so they’re kind to your eyes.Īll in all, then, it seems Kobo has the upper hand in the display stakes. Plus, if you set a bedtime, the screen’s hue will ‘mimic the sun’s natural progression’, which we assume means it’ll filter out that nasty, sleep-disrupting blue light we’ve heard so much about. An ambient light sensor will automatically detect the light levels in whatever environment you happen to be reading in, altering the screen brightness and temperature to the optimum level. Kobo has added a feature it’s calling ComfortLight PRO. It’s also quite good in direct sunlight, which is a big bonus for those planning to indulge in some outdoor reading. The Kindle Paperwhite’s backlit display is fairly gentle on the eyes, so you should be able to read in the dark without much trouble. The larger size should mean you’re not turning the page as much, however.Īnother big consideration when it comes to e-reader screens is eye-strain, and the steps companies take to reduce it. ![]() It’s still 300ppi, though, so probably won’t offer any major improvements over the Paperwhite in terms of how sharp the text and images appear. Related: Amazon Kindle – A history of the Amazon Kindleīut Kobo has gone one better in this respect and fitted the Aura One with a 7.8-inch Carta screen. The Paperwhite’s 6-inch 300ppi (pixels per inch) Carta display matches the resolution on the higher-end Kindle Voyage, and makes for super-clear text – though it’s still monochrome, so no colour reproduction here. So what about those all-important screens? E Ink displays are continually improving, and have got to a stage now where they really do make a difference over a prolonged period compared to staring at a tablet or phone screen.Īs such, you’ll be pleased to know that both these e-readers come with excellent screens. Kobo Aura One vs Kindle Paperwhite – Display And it means the two machines are equally matched in terms of their button offerings. A shame, but not a deal-breaker by any means. All navigation on Amazon’s e-reader is handled via the touchscreen, which works perfectly well, but we love the dedicated page-turn buttons on the Voyage, and would’ve loved to have seen them on the Paperwhite.Īnd it seems the Aura One is also lacking any dedicated physical buttons, too. One thing to be aware of, and which we found slightly disappointing in our review of the Paperwhite, is the lack of page-turning buttons. Kobo’s device also weighs slightly more at 226g, which shouldn’t make too much difference, but, again, we’re yet to test it out. ![]() But it’s also thinner at just 6.9mm, which should help to level things out in terms of comfort. The Kobo, in comparison, measures 195.1mm x 138.5mm, so it’s considerably larger than the Kindle. In terms of dimensions, it measures 169mm x 117mm, and comes in at 9.1mm thick. Related: Kindle Voyage vs Kindle PaperwhiteĪll of which is fine, but how much do these things weigh? After all, that’s what’s going to make the biggest difference when it comes to holding the two devices.Īt 205g for the Wi-Fi version and 217g for the 3G model, the Kindle Paperwhite can be held for long periods without your arm giving out on you. It seems as if Kobo has added a nice metal trim to the thing, though, so it could look slightly more upmarket than the Paperwhite. It certainly looks as though it adheres to standard e-reader design features: it’s a black rectangle with a screen on it. We’re yet to get our hands on Kobo’s alternative, so we’re not entirely sure how comfortable it is to hold or how well designed it is. It might not look particularly chic, but it means there are more ways to grip the device without obscuring the screen. That adds to the device’s holdability, as does the fairly large bezel around the screen. The Paperwhite is all matte-black (or white) plastic with a soft-touch finish. The design hasn’t changed much since the first version was launched in 2012. So where does that leave the more mid-range Paperwhite? Amazon made much of this fact when it launched the Kindle Oasis, extolling the virtues of its fine balance. Kobo Aura One vs Kindle Paperwhite – Designĭesign can make a big difference when it comes to e-readers, as you’re going to be holding the device for a long time.
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