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Boox Note Air 3 C — 2023
Boox

Boox Note Air 3 C

2023

82
/ 100
From $499
VS
Supernote A5 X2 Manta wins by 3
Supernote A5 X2 Manta — 2024
Supernote

Supernote A5 X2 Manta

2024

85
/ 100
From $459
Specdex verdict

Supernote A5 X2 Manta takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Boox Note Air 3 C lands at 82 and Supernote A5 X2 Manta at 85. That puts Supernote A5 X2 Manta ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Boox Note Air 3 C if…

  • ✓Weeks of battery
  • ✓Glare-free E Ink
  • ✓Lightweight

Pick Supernote A5 X2 Manta if…

  • ✓Weeks of battery
  • ✓Glare-free E Ink
  • ✓Lightweight
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Battery

Tie

Compared on the battery sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Ecosystem

Tie

Compared on the ecosystem sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Display

Supernote A5 X2 Manta

Compared on the display sub-score

Supernote A5 X2 Manta leads on display (85 vs 82).

Value for money

Supernote A5 X2 Manta

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Supernote A5 X2 Manta more score per dollar ($459 vs $499).

Boox Note Air 3 C 82
vs
85 Supernote A5 X2 Manta

Score breakdown

Boox Note Air 3 C
82
display 82
speed 80
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Supernote A5 X2 Manta
85
display 85
speed 80
battery 94
ecosystem 84

Specs side-by-side

Boox Note Air 3 C versus Supernote A5 X2 Manta — full spec comparison
Spec Boox Note Air 3 C Supernote A5 X2 Manta
Release year
2023
2024

Boox Note Air 3 C

Pros
  • +Weeks of battery
  • +Glare-free E Ink
  • +Lightweight
Cons
  • −Slow refresh
  • −Ecosystem lock-in (most)
  • −Color options muted

Supernote A5 X2 Manta

Pros
  • +Weeks of battery
  • +Glare-free E Ink
  • +Lightweight
Cons
  • −Slow refresh
  • −Ecosystem lock-in (most)
  • −Color options muted

FAQ: Boox Note Air 3 C vs Supernote A5 X2 Manta

Which is better, Boox Note Air 3 C or Supernote A5 X2 Manta? +

Supernote A5 X2 Manta scores 85 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Boox Note Air 3 C worth the price? +

At $499, Boox Note Air 3 C delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in battery.

Is Supernote A5 X2 Manta worth the price? +

At $459, Supernote A5 X2 Manta delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in battery.

Does Boox Note Air 3 C or Supernote A5 X2 Manta last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for display, Boox Note Air 3 C or Supernote A5 X2 Manta? +

Supernote A5 X2 Manta — leads on display (85 vs 82). Compared on the display sub-score.

Which is the better value, Boox Note Air 3 C or Supernote A5 X2 Manta? +

Supernote A5 X2 Manta — more score per dollar ($459 vs $499). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.