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Onyx Boox Go 10 3 Review | 68 Data compared

Avg. price:~£370Screen size:10.3 inchesPixel density:300 ppiInternal storage:64 GBBattery life:49.8 hoursSupported bookstore ecosystem:Android Open Ecosystem

Onyx Boox Go 10 3 Review: Compare 68 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the eReaders category and whether it is worth buying.

8.1

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the eReader's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best eReaders on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

8.2

Technical score

10%

7.6

User score

★Better than 95% of ereaders
8.2

Technical score

Technical score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the eReader's technical performance, covering key areas such as display quality, reading features, battery life, format support, ecosystem, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare eReaders based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

7.3

Display

22%

9.7

Reading

18%

9.8

Battery

14%

7.8

Hardware

12%

8.7

Connectivity

9%

3.8

Design

★Better than 95% of ereaders
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the eReader.
When it matters
When you want to know how an eReader feels in daily reading and how reliable it is for screen comfort, battery life, and library management according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

6.7

Number of reviews

Based on 1,120 buyer reviews from online shops.
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▼Worse than 66% of ereaders
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Technical Specifications of eReader Onyx Boox Go 10 3

Technical score
Technical score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the eReader's technical performance, covering key areas such as display quality, reading features, battery life, format support, ecosystem, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare eReaders based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

25%

7.3

Display

22%

9.7

Reading

18%

9.8

Battery

14%

7.8

Hardware

12%

8.7

Connectivity

9%

3.8

Design

8.2
User score
User score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the eReader.
When it matters
When you want to know how an eReader feels in daily reading and how reliable it is for screen comfort, battery life, and library management according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
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Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

6.7

Number of reviews

Based on 1,120 buyer reviews from online shops.
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.6
Popularity
Popularity
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the eReader.
When it matters
When you prefer to choose an eReader reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Onyx Boox Go 10 3 has a popularity score of 6.7 points, which is higher than that of 68.9% of products in this category.
6.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the eReader's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for an eReader with a good balance between reading comfort, features, and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

60%

8.1

Overall score

40%

8.6

Price

8.3
Brand name
Onyx
Screen size
10.3 inches
Screen size
10.3 inches
This ereader has a screen size of 10.3 inches which is larger than 86.9% on this spec and equal to 11.5% of eReaders.
Screen resolution
1860x2480 px
Screen resolution
1860x2480 px
This ereader uses a screen resolution of 1860x2480 px, which is sharper than that of 95.1% of eReaders and the same as that of 4.9% of eReaders.
Pixel density
300 ppi
Pixel density
300 ppi
This ereader has a pixel density of 300 ppi which is higher than 51.6% on this spec and equal to 48.4% of eReaders.
E-paper display
yes
E-paper display
yes
This ereader uses an e-paper display. 2.5% of eReaders have an e-paper display.
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Supported file types
26
Supported file types
26
This ereader supports 26 file types which is more than 95.8% on this spec and equal to 4.2% of eReaders.
PDF reflow support
yes
PDF reflow support
yes
This ereader offers PDF reflow. 45.5% of eReaders support PDF reflow.
Annotation support
yes
Annotation support
yes
This ereader offers annotation support. 1.6% of eReaders offer annotation support.
Dictionary
yes
Dictionary
yes
This ereader includes a built-in dictionary. 0.8% of eReaders include a built-in dictionary.
Text-to-speech
yes
Text-to-speech
yes
This ereader offers text-to-speech. 36.1% of eReaders include text-to-speech.
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Battery life
49.8 hours
Battery life
49.8 hours
This ereader offers 49.8 hours of battery life which is longer than 93.8% on this spec and equal to 1% of eReaders.
Battery capacity
3,700 mAh
Battery capacity
3,700 mAh
This ereader has a battery capacity of 3,700 mAh which is higher than 87.6% on this spec and equal to 4.1% of eReaders.
Charging time
1 hour
Charging time
1 hours
This ereader takes 1 hour to charge which is quicker than 91.8% on this spec and equal to 8.2% of eReaders.
with an 18W+ charger, it can be under 1 hour
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
This ereader does not offer wireless charging. 7.4% of eReaders offer wireless charging.
Internal storage
64 GB
Internal storage
64 GB
This ereader offers 64 GB of internal storage which is more than 82.8% on this spec and equal to 10.7% of eReaders.
RAM capacity
4 GB
RAM capacity
4 GB
This ereader offers 4 GB of RAM which is more than 86.9% on this spec and equal to 9.8% of eReaders.
CPU base clock speed
8x 2.4 GHz
CPU base clock speed
8x 2.4 GHz
This ereader has a CPU base clock speed of 8x2.4 GHz, which is faster than that of 96.7% of eReaders and the same as that of 2.5% of eReaders.
Operating system
Android 12
Operating system
Android 12
This ereader runs Android 12, which is more advanced than that of 73.8% of eReaders and the same as that of 1.6% of eReaders.
Memory card slot
no
Memory card slot
no
This ereader does not have a memory card slot. 43.4% of eReaders have a memory card slot.
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Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This ereader connects over Wi-Fi. 6.6% of eReaders have Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
This ereader supports Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), which is newer than that of 58.2% of eReaders and the same as that of 40.2% of eReaders.
Wi-Fi bands supported
2.4 GHz+5 GHz
Wi-Fi bands supported
2.4 GHz+5 GHz
This ereader supports 2.4 GHz+5 GHz Wi-Fi bands, which is broader than that of 57.4% of eReaders and the same as that of 42.6% of eReaders.
Bluetooth
yes
Bluetooth
yes
This ereader connects over Bluetooth. 40.2% of eReaders have Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5
Bluetooth version
5
This ereader supports Bluetooth 5 which is newer than 58.3% on this spec and equal to 29.2% of eReaders.
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Weight
375 g
Weight
375 g
This ereader weighs 375 g which is heavier than 78.7% on this spec.
Thickness
4.6 mm
Thickness
4.6 mm
This ereader is 4.6 mm thick which is thinner than 100% on this spec.
Height
235 mm
Height
235 mm
This ereader is 235 mm tall which is taller than 86.9% on this spec.
Width
183 mm
Width
183 mm
This ereader is 183 mm wide which is wider than 83.6% on this spec.
Water resistance (splashproof)
no
Water resistance (splashproof)
no
This ereader does not have water resistance against splashes. 25% of eReaders have water resistance against splashes.
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Onyx Boox Go 10 3 vs the average eReader

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  • 28.8 hours longer battery life
    Battery life
    49.8 hours
    This ereader offers longer battery life than the average eReader (49.8 hours vs 21 hours). The average eReader offers 21 hours of battery life.
    49.8 hours vs 21 hours
  • 11 more supported file formats
    Supported file types
    26
    This ereader supports a broader range of file types than the average eReader (26 vs 15).
    26 vs 15
  • 3.3 inches larger screen size
    Screen size
    10.3 inches
    This ereader has a larger screen than the average eReader (10.3 inches vs 7 inches). The average eReader screen size is 7 inches.
    10.3 inches vs 7 inches
  • 2.36x larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,700 mAh
    This ereader has a larger battery than the average eReader (3700 mAh vs 1565 mAh). The average eReader battery has a capacity of 1565 mAh.
    3,700 mAh vs 1,565 mAh
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1860x2480 px
    This ereader supports higher screen resolution than the average eReader (1860x2480 px vs 1072x1448 px). The average eReader supports 1072x1448 px screen resolution.
    1860x2480 px vs 1072x1448 px
  • 4x more storage
    Internal storage
    64 GB
    This ereader offers more internal storage than the average eReader (64 GB vs 16 GB). The average eReader provides 16 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 16 GB
  • Supports handwriting recognition
    Handwriting recognition
    yes
    This ereader supports handwriting recognition, while the average eReader does not. 23.6% of eReaders support handwriting recognition.
    Built-in handwriting-to-text support.
  • 3.49 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    4 GB
    This ereader has more RAM than the average eReader (4 GB vs 0.5 GB). The average eReader has 0.512 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 0.512 GB
  • 13.4% better value for money
    Onyx Boox Go 10 3 has better value for money than the average eReader (8.26 vs 7.3).
    8.26 vs 7.28
  • 3.3 inches larger screen size
    Screen size
    10.3 inches
    This ereader has a larger screen than the average eReader (10.3 inches vs 7 inches). The average eReader screen size is 7 inches.
    10.3 inches vs 7 inches
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1860x2480 px
    This ereader supports higher screen resolution than the average eReader (1860x2480 px vs 1072x1448 px). The average eReader supports 1072x1448 px screen resolution.
    1860x2480 px vs 1072x1448 px
  • 13.2% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    300 ppi
    This ereader has a higher pixel density than the average eReader (300 ppi vs 265 ppi). The average eReader has a pixel density of 265 ppi.
    300 ppi vs 265 ppi
  • More advanced E-Ink technology
    E-Ink technology
    Carta 1200
    This ereader uses Carta 1200 E-Ink technology, while the average eReader uses Carta Plus.
    Carta 1,200 vs Carta Plus
  • Supports auto-rotate
    Auto-rotate
    yes
    This ereader supports auto-rotate, while the average eReader does not. 43.4% of eReaders support auto-rotate.
  • 11 more supported file formats
    Supported file types
    26
    This ereader supports a broader range of file types than the average eReader (26 vs 15).
    26 vs 15
  • Supports handwriting recognition
    Handwriting recognition
    yes
    This ereader supports handwriting recognition, while the average eReader does not. 23.6% of eReaders support handwriting recognition.
    Built-in handwriting-to-text support.
  • Supports stylus
    Stylus support
    yes
    This ereader supports a stylus, while the average eReader does not. 38.2% of eReaders support a stylus.
    Wacom EMR layer with 4,096 pressure levels; stylus included
  • Broader library support
    Library lending platforms supported
    Libby, Hoopla, BorrowBox, cloudLibrary
    This ereader supports more library lending platforms than the average eReader (Libby, Hoopla, BorrowBox, cloudLibrary vs OverDrive, Libby).
    Access comes through installable library apps.
    Libby, Hoopla, BorrowBox, cloudLibrary vs OverDrive, Libby
  • Stylus included
    Stylus included
    yes
    This ereader includes a stylus, while the average eReader does not. 29.3% of eReaders include a stylus.
    BOOX Pen Plus included.
  • 28.8 hours longer battery life
    Battery life
    49.8 hours
    This ereader offers longer battery life than the average eReader (49.8 hours vs 21 hours). The average eReader offers 21 hours of battery life.
    49.8 hours vs 21 hours
  • 2.36x larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,700 mAh
    This ereader has a larger battery than the average eReader (3700 mAh vs 1565 mAh). The average eReader battery has a capacity of 1565 mAh.
    3,700 mAh vs 1,565 mAh
  • 1 hours shorter charging time
    Charging time
    1 hours
    This ereader charges faster than the average eReader (1 hours vs 2 hours). The average eReader charges in 2 hours.
    with an 18W+ charger, it can be under 1 hour
    1 hours vs 2 hours
  • 4x more storage
    Internal storage
    64 GB
    This ereader offers more internal storage than the average eReader (64 GB vs 16 GB). The average eReader provides 16 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 16 GB
  • 3.49 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    4 GB
    This ereader has more RAM than the average eReader (4 GB vs 0.5 GB). The average eReader has 0.512 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 0.512 GB
  • Faster CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    8 x 2.4 GHz
    This ereader has a faster CPU base clock speed than the average eReader (8x2.4 GHz vs 1x1 GHz). The average eReader has a CPU base clock speed of 1x1 GHz.
    8x2.4 GHz vs 1x1 GHz
  • Accelerometer included
    Accelerometer
    yes
    This ereader has an accelerometer, while the average eReader does not. 45.1% of eReaders have an accelerometer.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Android 12
    This ereader uses Android 12, a more advanced operating system than Kindle OS on the average eReader.
    Android 12 vs Kindle OS
  • Microphone included
    Microphone
    yes
    This ereader has a microphone, while the average eReader does not. 26.7% of eReaders have a microphone.
  • Supports USB OTG
    USB OTG support
    yes
    This ereader supports USB OTG, while the average eReader does not. 33.9% of eReaders support USB OTG.
    OTG can connect USB drives or simple peripherals through the device port.
  • 2 more speakers
    Speakers
    2
    This ereader has more speakers than the average eReader (2 vs 0). The average eReader has 0 speakers.
    Built-in speaker count reflects onboard audio hardware.
    2 vs 0
  • Better Wi-Fi bands
    Wi-Fi bands supported
    2.4 GHz+5 GHz
    This ereader supports 2.4 GHz+5 GHz Wi-Fi bands, while the average eReader supports 2.4 GHz.
    2.4 GHz+5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    This ereader supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average eReader (Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)).
    Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 3.5 mm thinner
    Thickness
    4.6 mm
    This ereader is thinner than the average eReader (4.6 mm vs 8.1 mm). The average eReader thickness is 8.1 mm.
    4.6 mm vs 8.1 mm
  • 3 newer
    Release date
    2024
    This ereader is newer than the average eReader (2024 vs 2021). The average eReader was released in 2021.
    June 2024
    2,024 vs 2,021
  • No front light
    Front light
    no
    This ereader does not include front light, while the average eReader does. 74% of eReaders include front light.
  • No color temperature adjustment
    Color temperature adjustment
    no
    This ereader does not support color temperature adjustment, while the average eReader does. 51.6% of eReaders support color temperature adjustment.
    This model does not have a front light system
  • Limited DRM support
    DRM schemes supported
    Adobe DRM
    This ereader supports fewer DRM schemes than the average eReader (Adobe DRM vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM).
    Relies on third-party Android apps for DRM-protected content.
    Adobe DRM vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM
  • 76.1% heavier
    Weight
    375 g
    This ereader is heavier than the average eReader (375 g vs 213 g). The average eReader weighs 213 g.
    375 g vs 213 g
  • 62 mm taller
    Height
    235 mm
    This ereader is taller than the average eReader (235 mm vs 173 mm). The average eReader height is 173 mm.
    235 mm vs 173 mm
  • 55.4 mm wider
    Width
    183 mm
    This ereader is wider than the average eReader (183 mm vs 127.6 mm). The average eReader width is 127.6 mm.
    183 mm vs 127.6 mm
  • 5 fewer front-light LEDs
    N. of front-light LEDs
    0
    This ereader has fewer front-light LEDs than the average eReader (0 vs 5). The average eReader has 5 front-light LEDs.
    0 vs 5
  • 2.18x more expensive
    Onyx Boox Go 10 3 is more expensive than the average eReader (£370 vs £170).
    £370 vs £170
  • 2.18x more expensive
    Onyx Boox Go 10 3 is more expensive than the average eReader (£370 vs £170).
    £370 vs £170
  • 5.6% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the eReader.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how an eReader feels in daily reading and how reliable it is for screen comfort, battery life, and library management according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Onyx Boox Go 10 3
    the average eReader
    Onyx Boox Go 10 3 has a lower user score than the average eReader (7.58 vs 8.000).
    7.58 vs 8
  • No front light
    Front light
    no
    This ereader does not include front light, while the average eReader does. 74% of eReaders include front light.
  • No color temperature adjustment
    Color temperature adjustment
    no
    This ereader does not support color temperature adjustment, while the average eReader does. 51.6% of eReaders support color temperature adjustment.
    This model does not have a front light system
  • 5 fewer front-light LEDs
    N. of front-light LEDs
    0
    This ereader has fewer front-light LEDs than the average eReader (0 vs 5). The average eReader has 5 front-light LEDs.
    0 vs 5
  • Limited DRM support
    DRM schemes supported
    Adobe DRM
    This ereader supports fewer DRM schemes than the average eReader (Adobe DRM vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM).
    Relies on third-party Android apps for DRM-protected content.
    Adobe DRM vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM
  • Versions older Bluetooth
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    This ereader supports an older Bluetooth version than the average eReader (5 vs 5.1).
    5.0 vs 5.1
  • 76.1% heavier
    Weight
    375 g
    This ereader is heavier than the average eReader (375 g vs 213 g). The average eReader weighs 213 g.
    375 g vs 213 g
  • 62 mm taller
    Height
    235 mm
    This ereader is taller than the average eReader (235 mm vs 173 mm). The average eReader height is 173 mm.
    235 mm vs 173 mm
  • 55.4 mm wider
    Width
    183 mm
    This ereader is wider than the average eReader (183 mm vs 127.6 mm). The average eReader width is 127.6 mm.
    183 mm vs 127.6 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 1,120 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Onyx Boox Go 10 3

  • Superior 300 PPI monochrome display with exceptional contrast and clarity.
  • Ultra-slim (4.6mm) and lightweight (375g) premium design that feels solid and high-quality.
  • Excellent, low-latency handwriting experience that closely mimics the feel of writing on paper.
  • Versatile Android 12 operating system with full access to the Google Play Store for third-party apps like Kindle and Libby.
  • Impressive battery life lasting weeks on a single charge due to the lack of a power-hungry front light or BSR.
  • Powerful native PDF reader (NeoReader) with extensive customization and annotation options.

What we don't like about Onyx Boox Go 10 3

  • Complete lack of a built-in front light, making it unusable in low-light environments without an external lamp.
  • No microSD card slot for expandable storage, limiting users to the 64GB of internal memory.
  • Slow boot-up times (averaging over 30 seconds), which can be frustrating for quick note-taking.
  • Complex user interface and steep learning curve for those unfamiliar with the Boox ecosystem.
  • Subpar stock accessories; specifically, a weak magnetic attachment for the stylus and an impractical folio stand.
  • Omission of Boox Super Refresh (BSR) technology, leading to more ghosting and less smooth performance in third-party apps.

Verdict

The Onyx Boox Go 10.3 is an ultra-thin (4.6mm) and lightweight (375g) e-reader featuring a 10.3-inch E Ink Carta 1200 display with a high resolution of 300 PPI (2480 x 1860). It is powered by a 2.4GHz octa-core processor, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of non-expandable internal storage, running on Android 12 with full Google Play Store access. Key pros include its exceptionally sharp, paper-like screen that sits close to the surface due to the absence of a front-light layer, an included 4,096-level pressure-sensitive stylus, and a robust 3,700mAh battery for weeks of use. However, its main cons are the complete lack of a built-in front light for reading in the dark, the absence of a microSD slot for storage expansion, and a magnetic stylus attachment that many users find too weak.

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