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Kindle Oasis (10th gen) — 2019
Amazon

Kindle Oasis (10th gen)

2019

85
/ 100
From $249
VS
Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen) wins by 7
Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen) — 2024
Amazon

Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen)

2024

92
/ 100
From $159
Specdex verdict

Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Kindle Oasis (10th gen) lands at 85 and Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen) at 92. That puts Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen) ahead by 7 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Kindle Oasis (10th gen) if…

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

Pick Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen) if…

  • ✓Weeks of battery life
  • ✓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.

Display

Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen)

Compared on the display sub-score

Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen) leads on display (92 vs 85).

Ecosystem

Tie

Compared on the ecosystem sub-score

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

Value for money

Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen) more score per dollar ($159 vs $249).

Kindle Oasis (10th gen) 85
vs
92 Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen)

Score breakdown

Kindle Oasis (10th gen)
85
display 85
speed 80
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen)
92
display 92
speed 82
battery 94
ecosystem 84

Specs side-by-side

Kindle Oasis (10th gen) versus Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen) — full spec comparison
Spec Kindle Oasis (10th gen) Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen)
Release year
2019
2024

Kindle Oasis (10th gen)

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

Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen)

Pros
  • +Weeks of battery life
  • +Glare-free E Ink
  • +Lightweight
Cons
  • −Slow refresh vs LCD
  • −Ecosystem lock-in
  • −Color E Ink muted

FAQ: Kindle Oasis (10th gen) vs Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen)

Which is better, Kindle Oasis (10th gen) or Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen)? +

Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen) scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 7. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Kindle Oasis (10th gen) worth the price? +

At $249, Kindle Oasis (10th gen) delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in battery.

Is Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen) worth the price? +

At $159, Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen) delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in battery.

Does Kindle Oasis (10th gen) or Kindle Paperwhite (12th 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.

Which is better for display, Kindle Oasis (10th gen) or Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen)? +

Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen) — leads on display (92 vs 85). Compared on the display sub-score.

Which is the better value, Kindle Oasis (10th gen) or Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen)? +

Kindle Paperwhite (12th gen) — more score per dollar ($159 vs $249). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.