Amazon
Kindle (11th gen)
2022
82
/ 100
From $109
VS
Supernote A5 X2 Manta wins by 3
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, Kindle (11th gen) 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 Kindle (11th gen) if…
- ✓Weeks of battery life
- ✓Glare-free E Ink
- ✓Lightweight
Pick Supernote A5 X2 Manta if…
- ✓Weeks of battery
- ✓Glare-free E Ink
- ✓Lightweight
Kindle (11th gen) 82
vs 85 Supernote A5 X2 Manta
Score breakdown
Kindle (11th gen)
82 display 82
speed 82
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Supernote A5 X2 Manta
85 display 85
speed 80
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Kindle (11th gen) | Supernote A5 X2 Manta |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2022 | 2024 |
Kindle (11th gen)
Pros
- +Weeks of battery life
- +Glare-free E Ink
- +Lightweight
Cons
- −Slow refresh vs LCD
- −Ecosystem lock-in
- −Color E Ink 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: Kindle (11th gen) vs Supernote A5 X2 Manta
Which is better, Kindle (11th gen) 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 Kindle (11th gen) worth the price? +
At $109, Kindle (11th gen) 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 Kindle (11th gen) 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.