The Onyx Boox Note Air3 series is a line of large-format e-readers that come in two variants: the Note Air 3 and Note Air 3C. Both devices feature 10.3 inch E Ink displays, but the Note Air 3C boasts a color Kaleido 3 display with 4,096 colors, while the Note Air 3 uses a Carta 1200 display with a black and white, high-contrast option.



Here's a quick comparison of the two devices:

FeatureOnyx Boox Note Air 3Onyx Boox Note Air 3C
Display10.3 inch E Ink Carta 1200, B/W10.3 inch E Ink Kaleido 3, 4096 colors
Resolution1404 x 1872 (227 ppi)1240 x 1860 (150 ppi) B/W, 620 x 930 (150 ppi) Color
Processor2.4 GHz octa-core2.4 GHz octa-core
RAM4GB LPDDR4X4GB LPDDR4X
Storage64GB UFS2.264GB UFS2.2
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 12
ConnectivityWi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0
Battery3700 mAh3700 mAh






 

Which Onyx Boox Note Air3 should you get?

If you prioritize reading black and white ebooks and documents with sharp contrast and long battery life, the Onyx Boox Note Air 3 is a great choice.

If you plan on reading comics, textbooks with colored diagrams, or want a more versatile device for note-taking and light sketching, the Onyx Boox Note Air 3C with its color display is a better option.

Both devices come with a stylus that supports 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity for a natural writing experience. They also run on Android 12, allowing you to install third-party apps to expand their functionality.