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Kindle (8th gen)
2016
70
/ 100
From $79
VS
Kindle (10th gen) wins by 6
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Kindle (10th gen)
2019
76
/ 100
From $89
Specdex verdict
Kindle (10th gen) takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Kindle (8th gen) lands at 70 and Kindle (10th gen) at 76. That puts Kindle (10th gen) ahead by 6 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Kindle (8th gen) if…
- ✓Weeks of battery
- ✓Glare-free E Ink
- ✓Lightweight
Pick Kindle (10th gen) if…
- ✓Weeks of battery
- ✓Glare-free E Ink
- ✓Lightweight
Kindle (8th gen) 70
vs 76 Kindle (10th gen)
Score breakdown
Kindle (8th gen)
70 display 70
speed 80
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Kindle (10th gen)
76 display 76
speed 80
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Kindle (8th gen) | Kindle (10th gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2016 | 2019 |
Kindle (8th gen)
Pros
- +Weeks of battery
- +Glare-free E Ink
- +Lightweight
Cons
- −Slow refresh
- −Ecosystem lock-in (most)
- −Color options muted
Kindle (10th gen)
Pros
- +Weeks of battery
- +Glare-free E Ink
- +Lightweight
Cons
- −Slow refresh
- −Ecosystem lock-in (most)
- −Color options muted
FAQ: Kindle (8th gen) vs Kindle (10th gen)
Which is better, Kindle (8th gen) or Kindle (10th gen)? +
Kindle (10th gen) scores 76 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 6. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Kindle (8th gen) worth the price? +
At $79, Kindle (8th gen) delivers a Specdex score of 70 — strongest in battery.
Is Kindle (10th gen) worth the price? +
At $89, Kindle (10th gen) delivers a Specdex score of 76 — strongest in battery.
Does Kindle (8th gen) or Kindle (10th gen) 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.