Which is cheaper, Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model) or Magnetic Glass Dry Erase White Board?

Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model) lists at $160 and Magnetic Glass Dry Erase White Board lists at $195. Prices change often, so check the current listing before buying.

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Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model) vs Magnetic Glass Dry Erase White Board

Ravvy scores Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model) at 95.71 and Magnetic Glass Dry Erase White Board at 89.46. Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model) takes the overall pick, best for avid readers and travelers seeking a distraction-free experience.

Ravvy pick

Amazon

Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model)

95.7

$160

Buy the 12th Gen Paperwhite if you want the best balance of screen size and speed, though you will have to tolerate lock-screen ads unless you pay a premium.

Quartet

Magnetic Glass Dry Erase White Board

89.5

$195

The Quartet G4836W is the ideal choice for anyone tired of ghosted whiteboards, provided they are willing to pay a premium for glass-specific magnets and professional mounting.

How they score

Factor	Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model)	Magnetic Glass Dry Erase White Board
Ecosystem	95	–
Performance	94	–
Portability	89.5	–
Battery Life	99	–
Display Quality	97.2	–
Value	–	78
Design	–	94
Erasability	–	99
Installation	–	82
Magnetic Strength	–	70

Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model)

What owners praise

Noticeably faster page turns and interface response
Expanded 7 inch display with excellent contrast
Waterproof design for worry-free reading anywhere
Exceptional 12 week battery longevity
Adjustable warm light reduces eye strain at night

What to know first

Lock-screen advertisements require a fee to remove
No physical page-turning buttons
Slightly larger footprint than the standard Kindle

Skip it if users who prefer physical buttons or a budget-friendly basic model

Magnetic Glass Dry Erase White Board

What owners praise

Resists all ghosting and ink staining
Sophisticated frameless floating design
Greenguard Gold certified for low emissions
Pass-through mounting ensures precise leveling
Durable tempered glass resists scratches

What to know first

Requires specialized high-power magnets
Significantly heavier than standard boards
Higher initial price point

Skip it if budget-conscious shoppers or those who want to use standard decorative magnets

Specs side by side

Spec	Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model)	Magnetic Glass Dry Erase White Board
Size	5” x 7” x 0.3” (127.6 x 176.7 x 7.8 mm)	–
Weight	7.4 oz (211g). Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process.	–
Display	Amazon's 7” Paperwhite display technology with built-in light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale.	–
Generation	Kindle Paperwhite (12th Generation) - 2024 release.	–
Charge Time	Fully charges in less than 2.5 hours with a 9W USB power adapter.	–
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.	–
Documentation	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.	–
Available Colors	Black, Raspberry, and Jade	–
On-Device Storage	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.	–