Supernote
Supernote A5 X2 Manta
2024
85
/ 100
From $459
VS
Kindle Scribe (2024) wins by 2
Amazon
Kindle Scribe (2024)
10.2″ E Ink · Note-taking · Active Canvas
87
/ 100
From $399
Specdex verdict
Kindle Scribe (2024) takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Supernote A5 X2 Manta lands at 85 and Kindle Scribe (2024) at 87. That puts Kindle Scribe (2024) ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Supernote A5 X2 Manta if…
- ✓Weeks of battery
- ✓Glare-free E Ink
- ✓Lightweight
Pick Kindle Scribe (2024) if…
- ✓Real writing-in-books (Active Canvas)
- ✓Better AI summaries
- ✓Excellent 10.2″ display
Supernote A5 X2 Manta 85
vs 87 Kindle Scribe (2024)
Score breakdown
Supernote A5 X2 Manta
85 display 85
speed 80
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Kindle Scribe (2024)
87 display 90
speed 82
battery 94
ecosystem 88
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Supernote A5 X2 Manta | Kindle Scribe (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2024 | — |
| Display | — | 10.2″ E Ink, 300 ppi |
| Storage | — | 16/32/64 GB |
| Pen | — | Premium pen included |
Supernote A5 X2 Manta
Pros
- +Weeks of battery
- +Glare-free E Ink
- +Lightweight
Cons
- −Slow refresh
- −Ecosystem lock-in (most)
- −Color options muted
Kindle Scribe (2024)
Pros
- +Real writing-in-books (Active Canvas)
- +Better AI summaries
- +Excellent 10.2″ display
Cons
- −Amazon lock-in
- −No buttons
- −Still heavy
FAQ: Supernote A5 X2 Manta vs Kindle Scribe (2024)
Which is better, Supernote A5 X2 Manta or Kindle Scribe (2024)? +
Kindle Scribe (2024) scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Supernote A5 X2 Manta worth the price? +
At $459, Supernote A5 X2 Manta delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in battery.
Is Kindle Scribe (2024) worth the price? +
At $399, Kindle Scribe (2024) delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in battery.
Does Supernote A5 X2 Manta or Kindle Scribe (2024) 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.