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

Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature lists at $225 and Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model) lists at $200. Prices change often, so check the current listing before buying.

Head to head · Tablets & E-Readers

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

Ravvy scores Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature at 95.3 and Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model) at 93.71. Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature takes the overall pick, best for avid readers and audiobook enthusiasts who want premium hardware.

Ravvy pick

Amazon

Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature

95.3

$225

Buy this if you want the best possible Kindle experience with maximum storage, accepting that you are paying extra for hardware luxuries like wireless charging.

Amazon

Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model)

93.7

$200

Buy the 2024 Paperwhite if you want the best balance of screen size and speed, though you must accept the presence of lock screen advertisements at this price point.

How they score

Factor	Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature	Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model)
Portability	88	94
Reading Comfort	98.2	–
Storage Capacity	99	–
Performance Speed	94	–
Battery Performance	96.5	–
Ecosystem	–	95
Performance	–	91
Battery Life	–	99
Display Quality	–	96.5

Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature

What owners praise

Fast 25 percent quicker page turns
Generous 32GB storage for audiobooks
Auto-adjusting light for eye comfort
Wireless charging convenience
IPX8 waterproof rating for safe poolside reading

What to know first

Wireless charging dock sold separately
Larger 7-inch footprint may not fit small pockets
Higher price than the standard Paperwhite model

Skip it if casual readers who only finish one or two books per year

Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model)

What owners praise

Significantly faster page turns and UI response
Larger 7 inch screen with high 300 ppi clarity
Exceptional 12 week battery life on a single charge
IPX8 waterproof rating for safe poolside reading
Adjustable warm light for comfortable night reading

What to know first

Lock screen includes sponsored advertisements
No physical page turn buttons
Text-to-speech features require Bluetooth headphones

Skip it if users who need a full tablet for apps, video, and web browsing

Specs side by side

Spec	Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature	Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model)
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	7.5 oz (214g). 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” Paperwhite display technology with built-in front light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale.	Amazon's 7” Paperwhite display technology with built-in light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale.
Generation	Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (12th Generation) - 2024 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 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.	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	Metallic Black, Metallic Raspberry, and Metallic Jade	Black, Raspberry, and Jade
On-Device Storage	32 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.