The Amazon Kindle e-reader and regular Android tablet look very similar, but the two are very different in terms of functionality. The Amazon Kindle is essentially a tablet; However, it is designed to improve reading habits. On the other hand, Android tablets or Apple iPads can improve reading habits as users are getting a bigger portable screen, making the viewing experience more immersive. Regular Android tablets are also capable of handling other tasks like gaming, taking photos or videos, etc. However, Amazon Kindles are slowly becoming costlier, and their premium model- Kindle Oracle costs more than Rs 20,000. Many OEMs are offering affordable tablets under Rs 20,000 in India.
If your budget is tight and you plan to upgrade daily with a tablet, here’s what you need to know about what Amazon Kindle and regular Android tablets have to offer.
Amazon Kindle vs. Regular Android Tablet: Cost
Cost is easily a big factor when making a purchase decision. Amazon Kindle e-readers are becoming more expensive, and their most reliable entry-level Kindle (10th-Gen) with a 6-inch display costs Rs 7,199. The MRP of the Kindle Paperwhite (10th generation) is Rs 12,999, but the price fluctuates during the Amazon sale. Similarly, there is an upgraded Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition that costs Rs 17,999. The premium Kindle Oasis with 7-inch display and slimmer bezels is priced at Rs 21,999.
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Regular Android tablets are around the same range but we’ve got plenty of options to choose from. Some well-reviewed budget Android tablets include Realme Pad (Rs 17,999, 4GB RAM + 64GB storage), Nokia T20 (Rs 16,499, 64GB storage), Motorola G70 (Rs 22,999, 64GB storage), and Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 (Rs. 21,999, 3GB RAM + 32GB storage).
Amazon Kindle E-Reader: Pros and Cons
All Amazon Kindles are essentially designed to improve the reading habits of users by offering limited features. The most obvious element is the display which is quite different from what we get on a regular tablet. The Amazon Kindle is an e-book reader, and the company offers a non-glare, small screen for users to hold the device for long periods of time without getting tired.
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The screen also lacks colors, and the regular black and white display with a paper-like impression makes it feel like a paperback book. Even the color of the book cover is black and white.
Top-tier Kindles like the Signature Edition and Oasis offer more brightness and other display features like auto-dimming, warm tone customization, and more to make reading more enjoyable. However, first-time buyers won’t notice much of a difference as Kindles are very different from regular tablets.
Amazon Kindle also won’t allow users to download third-party apps, and there’s no notification system to distract users. Except for the 10th generation Kindle, the new models feature a USB-C port for charging. Remember that the maximum screen size the Kindle offers is 7 inches. Tablets, on the other hand, have (usually) a 10-inch screen.
Another big advantage of the Amazon Kindle is that the battery life is great, and tablets can last for weeks.
Regular Android Tablets: Pros and Cons
A simple word to describe a tablet is ‘customization’. Amazon Kindles come with limited functionality, and regular Android tablets offer much more. This is mainly due to the relatively more powerful processor and dedicated Android OS. This means that users can use it like a smartphone by reducing the calling feature.
Regular Android tablets can also improve reading, but there is a caveat. Constant notifications can distract you, and a bright, shiny display can lead to some sort of fatigue after hours. But a brighter and more vivid display can be a blessing for watching movies. Similarly, budget tablets are also kid-friendly as many smartphone apps are not fully optimized for the device. They can also be used for online class work.
Ironically, the main disadvantage of a regular tablet would be simply the size. No matter where or how you put it, the tablets become uncomfortable in your palms after prolonged use.
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Most Android tablets also include a camera (not available on Kindle) so it’s convenient to use them for video calls. Lastly, the battery backup of Android regular tablets isn’t even better, but many budget tablets support the slower 10W charging. For example, the Nokia T20, which we recently reviewed, takes around five hours to charge.
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