Which is cheaper, Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature or Series X Gaming Console?

Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature lists at $225 and Series X Gaming Console lists at $798. Prices change often, so check the current listing before buying.

Head to head · Tablets & E-Readers

Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature vs Series X Gaming Console

Ravvy scores Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature at 95.3 and Series X Gaming Console at 95.75. Series X Gaming Console takes the overall pick, best for hardcore gamers seeking 4k performance and collectors with physical disc libraries.

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.

Ravvy pick

Xbox

Series X Gaming Console

95.8

$798

Buy the Xbox Series X if you want the highest fidelity console experience available, accepting a bulky form factor for the sake of superior thermal performance.

How they score

Factor	Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature	Series X Gaming Console
Portability	88	–
Reading Comfort	98.2	–
Storage Capacity	99	–
Performance Speed	94	–
Battery Performance	96.5	–
Library Value	–	93
Loading Speed	–	96.5
Graphical Power	–	98
Thermal Efficiency	–	95
Backward Compatibility	–	99

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

Series X Gaming Console

What owners praise

True 4K native resolution at high frame rates
Quick Resume allows instant switching between multiple games
Extensive backward compatibility across four generations
Extremely quiet operation even under heavy load
Physical disc drive for movies and used games

What to know first

Large vertical footprint requires significant shelf space
Proprietary storage expansion cards are expensive
User interface feels very similar to previous generations

Skip it if casual players with limited space or those who prefer a digital only ecosystem

Specs side by side

Spec	Like-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature	Series X Gaming Console
Size	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.	–
Display	Amazon's 7” Paperwhite display technology with built-in front light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale.	–
Generation	Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (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	Metallic Black, Metallic Raspberry, and Metallic Jade	–
On-Device Storage	32 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.	–