Which is cheaper, Kindle Colorsoft 16 GB (newest model) or Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB?

Kindle Colorsoft 16 GB (newest model) lists at $290 and Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB lists at $180. Prices change often, so check the current listing before buying.

Head to head · Tablets & E-Readers

Kindle Colorsoft 16 GB (newest model) vs Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB

Ravvy scores Kindle Colorsoft 16 GB (newest model) at 89.46 and Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB at 95.11. Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB takes the overall pick, best for voracious readers and travelers looking for top tier specs at a discount.

Amazon

Kindle Colorsoft 16 GB (newest model)

89.5

$290

Graphic novel fans should buy the Colorsoft to finally see art in its intended form, provided they accept the lower color resolution and premium price point.

Ravvy pick

Amazon

Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB

95.1

$180

Buy this if you want the most responsive e-reader on the market with a larger screen while saving money through Amazon's reliable refurbishment program.

How they score

Factor	Kindle Colorsoft 16 GB (newest model)	Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB
Value	70	–
Portability	94	89
Battery Life	96	98
Text Clarity	98	–
Color Vibrancy	82	–
Responsiveness	–	95.5
Display Quality	–	97
Eco-Friendliness	–	94

Kindle Colorsoft 16 GB (newest model)

What owners praise

Vibrant yet eye-friendly color E Ink display
Waterproof IPX8 rating for poolside reading
Exceptional 8-week battery life
Seamless color-coded highlighting system
Support for wireless charging

What to know first

Color resolution is lower than text resolution
Significant price premium over monochrome models
Screen brightness is slightly lower than Paperwhite

Skip it if budget-conscious readers who only consume standard text fiction

Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB

What owners praise

Significantly faster page turns than previous generations
Large 7 inch display with higher contrast ratio
Exceptional 12 week battery life on a single charge
Full IPX8 waterproofing for safe reading by the pool
Adjustable warm light for better sleep hygiene

What to know first

Lock screen contains sponsored advertisements
Generic packaging compared to retail new units
No physical page turn buttons found on the Oasis

Skip it if users who need a multi purpose tablet for apps, video, or web browsing

Specs side by side

Spec	Kindle Colorsoft 16 GB (newest model)	Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB
Size	5 x 7 x 0.3” (127.6 x 176.7 x 7.8 mm)	5” x 7” x 0.3” (127.6 x 176.7 x 7.8 mm)
Weight	7.6oz (215g). Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process.	7.4 oz (211g). Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process.
Display	Amazon’s 7” Colorsoft display technology with built-in light, 300 ppi B&W, 150 ppi color, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale. Due to the addition of a color filter layer that creates the easy on the eyes color reading experience, you may notice that the texture or brightness of the Kindle Colorsoft display looks different than the Kindle Paperwhite display.	Amazon's 7” Paperwhite display technology with built-in light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale.
Generation	Kindle Colorsoft (1st Generation) – 2025 release	Kindle Paperwhite (12th Generation) - 2024 release.
Charge Time	Fully charges in less than 2.5 hours with a 9W USB power adapter.	Fully charges in less than 2.5 hours with a 9W USB power adapter.
Battery Life	A single charge lasts up to eight (8) weeks, based on a half hour of reading per day with wireless off and the light setting at 13. Battery life may vary depending on use. Audible audiobook streaming over Bluetooth will reduce battery life.	A single charge lasts up to twelve (12) weeks, based on a half hour of reading per day with wireless off and the light setting at 13. Battery life may vary depending on use. Audible audiobook streaming over Bluetooth will reduce battery life.
Cloud Storage	Free cloud storage for all Amazon content.	Free cloud storage for all Amazon content.
Documentation	Learn more about Kindle devices with our Quick Start Guide and Kindle User Guide.	Learn more about Kindle devices with our Quick Start Guide and Kindle User Guide.
Waterproofing	Waterproof (IPX8), tested to withstand immersion in 2 meters of fresh water for 60 minutes. Learn more about the waterproof Kindle Paperwhite.	Waterproof (IPX8), tested to withstand immersion in 2 meters of fresh water for 60 minutes. Learn more about the waterproof Kindle Paperwhite.
Available Colors	Black	Black, Raspberry, and Jade
On-Device Storage	16 GB; holds thousands of books.	16 GB; holds thousands of books.
Wi-Fi Connectivity	Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks with support for WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3 and OWE security using password authentication or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) wifi networks.	Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks with support for WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3, and OWE security using password authentication or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) wifi networks.