Basic Kindle 11th Gen Matcha (2024) Full Specifications

The Kindle 11th generation 2024 is the refreshed model of the basic Kindle. This comes with matcha green and black color options. This version has a few upgrades compared to the previous gen basic Kindle. Here is everything you need to know about the specs and performance of the 2024 basic Kindle.

What's new in the 2024 basic kindle 11th gen

Though its the same 11th gen model launched in 2022, Amazon has improved some features such as -

• 25% brighter display - Now the frontlight has been improved for better visibility.
• Faster page turns - Performance has been improved  so as a result faster page turns for better reading experience.

Kindle Basic 11th Gen 2024 Full Specifications

Display: 6" Glare free E ink

PPI: 300

CPU: Single core 1 GHz

RAM: 512MB

ROM: 16GB

Dimensions: 157.8 mm × 108.6 mm × 8.0 mm

Weight: 158 grams

Wi-Fi: Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz)

Bluetooth: No

Auto rotation: No

USB C: Yes

Battery: Not disclosed, Up to 6 weeks on a single charge

Speaker: No

Microphone: No

Front light: Yes (standard LED, now 25% brighter than 2022 model)

Price: $99.99

Pros and Cons

Pros:

• Affordable price
• Lightweight and travel-friendly
• Brighter screen than before
• USB-C charging

Cons:

• No waterproofing
• No warm light
• No Bluetooth or audio support

Who is this for?

This base model of Kindle 2024 is for -

• First time Kindle buyer who wants to try an ereader.
• Students looking for an affordable option
• Reader who want small ereader for travelling or portability.

Ultimately the Kindle 11th gen 2024 is a lightweight and compact affordable ereader, if you don't need waterproofing and warm light, otherwise you can checkout the Kindle paperwhite ($149.99)

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