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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£130
  • Avg. price in US: ~$170
  • Screen size: 6 inches
  • Battery life: 62 hours
  • Supported bookstore ecosystem: ?

Onyx Boox I62 Touch review. Compare 68 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among ereaders and if it is worth buying.

5.7

Overall score

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 components:

90.0%

5.7

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Good
5.7

Technical Score

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 components:

25.0%

4.0

Display

22.0%

8.9

Reading

18.0%

7.6

Battery

14.0%

3.9

Hardware

12.0%

4.0

Connectivity

9.0%

4.0

Design

Good
?

User score

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 components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

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    Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
    All: ranking among all products in the database.

    Verdict

    The Onyx Boox i62 Touch is a 6-inch e-reader featuring an E Ink Pearl display with 800x600 resolution and an infrared touch screen that supports multi-touch gestures like pinch-to-zoom. Under the hood, it runs on an 800MHz Freescale i.MX508 processor with 128MB of RAM and 4GB of internal storage, which is expandable via a microSDHC slot up to 32GB. Its main pros include extensive file format support (over 30 types including ePub, PDF, and MOBI), a long-lasting 1600mAh battery capable of up to 8,000 page turns, integrated Wi-Fi for web browsing, and a 3.5mm audio jack for text-to-speech and music. However, it lacks a built-in front light for reading in the dark, and some users have noted that its 238g weight is relatively heavy for its size and that the menu translations can be inconsistent across languages.

    Technical Specifications of eReader Onyx Boox I62 Touch

    Technical Score

    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 components:

    25.0%

    ?

    Display

    22.0%

    ?

    Reading

    18.0%

    ?

    Battery

    14.0%

    ?

    Hardware

    12.0%

    ?

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    ?

    Design

    5.7
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a technical score of 5.7 points, which is lower than that of 66.4% of products in this category.
    User score

    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 components:

    70.0%

    0.0

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.0

    Popularity

    ?
    Popularity
    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.
    1.0
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 70.5% of products in this category.
    Ratio quality/price

    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 components:

    60.0%

    5.7

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.8

    Price

    6.9
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is lower than 64.8% of products in this category.
    Brand name
    What it is: Identifies the company or ecosystem behind the device, which often shapes the store, software approach, and accessory support.
    When it matters: When you are choosing between Kindle, Kobo, Boox, PocketBook, or another ecosystem with different store access and software behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Onyx
    Screen size
    What it is: The diagonal measurement of the reading panel, usually given in inches.
    When it matters: When you are deciding between a small travel reader and a larger page that works better for PDFs, comics, or textbooks.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=7.8

    6 inches
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a screen size of 6 inches which is smaller than 57.4% of eReaders on this spec and equal to 40.2% of eReaders.
    Screen resolution
    What it is: The total pixel grid shown on the panel, normally written as width by height.
    When it matters: When small fonts, diagrams, or dense page layouts need to stay readable without constant zooming.

    Importance: HIGH

    600x800 px
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch uses a screen resolution of 600x800 px, which is less sharp than that of 83.6% of eReaders and the same as that of 15.6% of eReaders.
    Pixel density
    What it is: The number of pixels packed into each inch of the display, expressed in ppi.
    When it matters: When you want text edges to look cleaner and serif fonts to resemble print more closely.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=300

    167 ppi
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a pixel density of 167 ppi which is lower than 77.9% of eReaders on this spec and equal to 10.7% of eReaders.
    E-paper display
    What it is: Uses an electrophoretic panel designed to mimic paper rather than a conventional backlit phone or tablet screen.
    When it matters: When you read for long stretches and want lower glare and less screen-like fatigue than on LCD or OLED devices.

    Importance: LOW

    yes
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch uses an e-paper display. 97.6% of eReaders have an e-paper display.
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    Supported file types
    What it is: Lists which ebook, document, image, or audio formats the reader can open without conversion.
    When it matters: When your library comes from mixed sources instead of one locked bookstore.

    Importance: HIGH

    21
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch supports 21 file types which is more than 77% of eReaders on this spec and equal to 3% of eReaders.
    PDF reflow support
    What it is: Can rearrange PDF text into a more readable, screen-sized layout instead of forcing the original fixed page.
    When it matters: When you read A4 documents, articles, or manuals on a smaller eReader screen.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch offers PDF reflow. 55.4% of eReaders support PDF reflow.
    Annotation support
    What it is: Allows highlighting, handwritten notes, typed comments, or markup directly inside supported files.
    When it matters: When you study, review academic papers, or want your notes to stay attached to the exact passage.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch offers annotation support. 100% of eReaders offer annotation support.
    Dictionary
    What it is: Provides built-in word lookup while you read.
    When it matters: When you read in another language or want quick definitions without leaving the page.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch includes a built-in dictionary. 99.2% of eReaders include a built-in dictionary.
    Text-to-speech
    What it is: Converts on-screen text into spoken audio using a synthetic voice.
    When it matters: When you want to keep following a book while resting your eyes, walking, or multitasking.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch offers text-to-speech. 64.2% of eReaders include text-to-speech.
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    Battery life
    What it is: Estimates how long the device can keep running between charges under normal reading conditions.
    When it matters: When you travel, commute, or want to finish books for days without thinking about charging.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=30

    62 hours
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch offers 62 hours of battery life which is longer than 97.5% of eReaders on this spec of eReaders.
    Battery capacity
    What it is: The amount of energy the battery can store, commonly expressed in mAh.
    When it matters: When you want a rough hardware indicator of how much power reserve the device has.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2000

    1,600 mAh
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a battery capacity of 1600 mAh which is higher than 50.8% of eReaders on this spec and equal to 3.3% of eReaders.
    Charging time
    What it is: The approximate time needed to recharge the battery from low to full.
    When it matters: When you often top up shortly before leaving and need the reader ready again quickly.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=3

    3 hours
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch takes 3 hours to charge which is slower than 52.9% of eReaders on this spec and equal to 28.9% of eReaders.
    Wireless charging
    What it is: Can recharge on a compatible charging pad without plugging in a cable.
    When it matters: When you prefer drop-and-charge convenience on a desk or bedside stand.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not offer wireless charging. 7.3% of eReaders offer wireless charging.
    Internal storage
    What it is: The built-in space available for books, notes, audiobooks, apps, and downloaded documents.
    When it matters: When you keep large libraries offline or store a lot of PDFs and audio locally.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=32

    4 GB
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch offers 4 GB of internal storage which is less than 66.1% of eReaders on this spec and equal to 13.6% of eReaders.
    RAM capacity
    What it is: The amount of working memory used for page rendering, multitasking, and keeping content active in the background.
    When it matters: When you open heavy files, switch between books, or expect the interface to stay snappy.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2

    0.128 GB
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch offers 0.128 GB of RAM which is less than 89.1% of eReaders on this spec and equal to 10.1% of eReaders.
    CPU base clock speed
    What it is: The baseline operating frequency of the main processor under normal load.
    When it matters: When you compare readers for faster menu navigation, indexing, and handling of larger documents.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    1 x 0.8 GHz
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a CPU base clock speed of 1x0.8 GHz, which is slower than that of 76% of eReaders and the same as that of 14.9% of eReaders.
    Operating system
    What it is: The software platform that drives the interface, reading apps, and deeper system capabilities.
    When it matters: When you care about app availability, customization, and how flexible the device can become beyond basic reading.

    Importance: HIGH

    Linux
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch runs Linux, which is less advanced than that of 71.3% of eReaders and the same as that of 8.2% of eReaders.
    Android 2.3
    Memory card slot
    What it is: Accepts removable storage so the library can expand beyond the built-in capacity.
    When it matters: When your collection will outgrow internal storage or you move files between devices manually.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a memory card slot. 43.1% of eReaders have a memory card slot.
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    Wi-Fi connectivity
    What it is: Connects the reader to wireless networks for book downloads, syncing, updates, and online services.
    When it matters: When you buy books directly on the device or keep your library synced without using a cable.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch connects over Wi-Fi. 93.5% of eReaders have Wi-Fi.
    Wi-Fi version
    What it is: Specifies which wireless networking standard is supported, such as Wi-Fi 4, 5, or 6.
    When it matters: When router compatibility, wireless stability, or faster transfers on newer home networks matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch supports Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), which is newer than that of 10.7% of eReaders and the same as that of 46.7% of eReaders.
    Wi-Fi bands supported
    What it is: Shows whether the reader can use 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, or both wireless bands.
    When it matters: When crowded apartment Wi-Fi or 5 GHz-only setups make band support matter at home or in the office.

    Importance: LOW

    2.4 GHz
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi bands, which is broader than that of 6.6% of eReaders and the same as that of 50% of eReaders.
    Bluetooth
    What it is: Provides short-range wireless pairing for headphones, speakers, keyboards, page turners, or other accessories.
    When it matters: When you listen to audiobooks, use a remote page turner, or want cable-free accessories around the house.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not connect over Bluetooth. 60.2% of eReaders have Bluetooth.
    Bluetooth version
    What it is: Identifies the supported Bluetooth generation, which affects efficiency, codec support, and compatibility.
    When it matters: When you pair newer headphones and want a more stable, lower-power wireless connection.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=5.0

    N/A
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    Weight
    What it is: The mass of the device, usually measured in grams.
    When it matters: When one-handed comfort matters and you do not want the reader to feel tiring during long sessions.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <=200

    238 g
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch weighs 238 g which is heavier than 62.3% of eReaders on this spec and equal to 0.8% of eReaders.
    Thickness
    What it is: The depth of the body from front to back, usually measured in millimetres.
    When it matters: When grip comfort, sleeve fit, or how slim the reader feels in the hand matters to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=8

    10.9 mm
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch is 10.9 mm thick which is thicker than 88.3% of eReaders on this spec and equal to 0.8% of eReaders.
    Height
    What it is: The vertical size of the body, usually measured from top to bottom in millimetres.
    When it matters: When you are checking whether the reader will fit a bag, jacket pocket, or small stand.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <=160

    171 mm
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch is 171 mm tall which is shorter than 51.6% of eReaders on this spec and equal to 0.8% of eReaders.
    Width
    What it is: The side-to-side body measurement, usually given in millimetres.
    When it matters: When one-handed reach and how much space the reader takes in a bag or bedside setup matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <=130

    125 mm
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch is 125 mm wide which is narrower than 54.9% of eReaders on this spec and equal to 1.6% of eReaders.
    Water resistance (splashproof)
    What it is: Can tolerate light splashes, damp hands, or brief accidental contact with water.
    When it matters: When you read by the bath, at the pool, or outdoors where light moisture is realistic.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not have water resistance against splashes. 25% of eReaders have water resistance against splashes.
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    Onyx Boox I62 Touch vs the average eReader

    • 41 hours longer battery life
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch offers longer battery life than the average eReader (62 hours vs 21 hours). The average eReader offers 21 hours of battery life.
      What it is: Estimates how long the device can keep running between charges under normal reading conditions.
      When it matters: When you travel, commute, or want to finish books for days without thinking about charging.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=30

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch offers longer battery life than the average eReader (62 hours vs 21 hours). The average eReader offers 21 hours of battery life.62 hours vs 21 hours
    • Includes memory card slot
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch includes a memory card slot, while the average eReader does not.
      What it is: Accepts removable storage so the library can expand beyond the built-in capacity.
      When it matters: When your collection will outgrow internal storage or you move files between devices manually.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch includes a memory card slot, while the average eReader does not.
    • 6 broader file support
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch supports a broader range of file types than the average eReader (21 vs 15).
      What it is: Lists which ebook, document, image, or audio formats the reader can open without conversion.
      When it matters: When your library comes from mixed sources instead of one locked bookstore.

      Importance: HIGH

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch supports a broader range of file types than the average eReader (21 vs 15).21 vs 15
    • Has 3.5 mm jack
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average eReader does not.
      What it is: Includes a standard analog audio port for wired headphones or speakers.
      When it matters: When you listen to audiobooks and do not want to rely on Bluetooth or a USB-C adapter.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average eReader does not.
    • Supports stylus
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch supports a stylus, while the average eReader does not.
      features both capacitive touch for fingers and Wacom inductive layer for stylus with pressure sensitivity
      What it is: Works with a pen for handwriting, sketching, selection, or precise markup.
      When it matters: When you annotate PDFs, write in margins, or use the reader partly as a digital notebook.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch supports a stylus, while the average eReader does not.
    • Includes stylus
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch includes a stylus, while the average eReader does not.
      Stylus included in the box.
      What it is: States whether a compatible pen is bundled in the box rather than sold separately.
      When it matters: When pen input matters and you want to know the real cost before buying the device.

      Importance: LOW

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch includes a stylus, while the average eReader does not.
    • 20 more supported languages
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch supports more languages than the average eReader (30 vs 10). The average eReader supports 10 languages.
      What it is: Counts how many interface, dictionary, keyboard, or reading languages the software supports.
      When it matters: When the device will be shared across languages or you read multilingual books and documents.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=20

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch supports more languages than the average eReader (30 vs 10). The average eReader supports 10 languages.30 vs 10
    • Has auto-brightness sensor
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch has an auto-brightness sensor, while the average eReader does not.
      Ambient light sensor enables automatic brightness adjustments.
      What it is: Uses ambient light sensing to adjust the front light automatically as the room gets brighter or darker.
      When it matters: When you move between daylight and dark rooms and do not want to keep adjusting brightness by hand.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch has an auto-brightness sensor, while the average eReader does not.
    • Has auto-brightness sensor
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch has an auto-brightness sensor, while the average eReader does not.
    • 6 broader file support
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch supports a broader range of file types than the average eReader (21 vs 15).
    • Supports stylus
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch supports a stylus, while the average eReader does not.
    • Includes stylus
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch includes a stylus, while the average eReader does not.
    • 20 more supported languages
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch supports more languages than the average eReader (30 vs 10). The average eReader supports 10 languages.
    • 41 hours longer battery life
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch offers longer battery life than the average eReader (62 hours vs 21 hours). The average eReader offers 21 hours of battery life.
    • Includes memory card slot
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch includes a memory card slot, while the average eReader does not.
    • Has 3.5 mm jack
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average eReader does not.

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    Display
    Reading
    Battery
    Hardware
    Connectivity
    • Less advanced E-Ink technology
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch uses Pearl E-Ink technology, while the average eReader uses Carta Plus.
    • No front light
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not include front light, while the average eReader does.
    • Lower screen resolution
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch supports lower screen resolution than the average eReader (600x800 px vs 1072x1448 px). The average eReader supports 1072x1448 px screen resolution.
    • 37% lower pixel density
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a lower pixel density than the average eReader (167 ppi vs 265 ppi). The average eReader has a pixel density of 265 ppi.
    • No color temperature adjustment
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not support color temperature adjustment, while the average eReader does.
    • 1 inches smaller screen size
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a smaller screen than the average eReader (6 inches vs 7 inches). The average eReader screen size is 7 inches.
    • 5 fewer front-light LEDs
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch has fewer front-light LEDs than the average eReader (0 vs 5). The average eReader has 5 front-light LEDs.
    • Basic touchscreen technology
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch uses infrared touchscreen technology, while the average eReader uses capacitive.
    • No parental controls
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not have parental controls, while the average eReader does.
      Full Device Passcode/Password; Content Restrictions via App Management
    • 1 hours longer charging time
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch charges more slowly than the average eReader (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average eReader charges in 2 hours.
    • 0.38 GB less RAM
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch has less RAM than the average eReader (0.1 GB vs 0.512 GB). The average eReader has 0.512 GB of RAM.
    • Less advanced operating system
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch uses Linux, a less advanced operating system than Kindle OS on the average eReader.
      Android 2.3
    • 75% less storage
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch offers less internal storage than the average eReader (4 GB vs 16 GB). The average eReader provides 16 GB of internal storage.
    • Slower CPU base clock speed
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a slower CPU base clock speed than the average eReader (1x0.8 GHz vs 1x1 GHz). The average eReader has a CPU base clock speed of 1x1 GHz.
    • No USB Type-C
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not have USB Type-C, while the average eReader does.
    • No Bluetooth
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not have Bluetooth, while the average eReader does.
    • No Bluetooth audio
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average eReader does.
    • No OTA updates
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not support OTA updates, while the average eReader does.
    • 2.8 mm thicker
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch is thicker than the average eReader (10.9 mm vs 8.1 mm). The average eReader thickness is 8.1 mm.
    • 10 year/s older release date
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch is older than the average eReader (2,011 vs 2,021). The average eReader was released in 2,021.
      December 2011
    • 11.7% heavier
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch is heavier than the average eReader (238 g vs 213 g). The average eReader weighs 213 g.
    • Less advanced E-Ink technology
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch uses Pearl E-Ink technology, while the average eReader uses Carta Plus.
      What it is: States which E Ink generation or panel family the device uses, such as Carta or Kaleido.
      When it matters: When you compare newer and older readers for contrast, refresh behavior, or color performance.

      Importance: HIGH

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch uses Pearl E-Ink technology, while the average eReader uses Carta Plus.Pearl vs Carta Plus
    • No front light
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not include front light, while the average eReader does.
      What it is: Adds built-in illumination that shines across the screen so the page stays readable in dark environments.
      When it matters: When you read in bed, on flights, or anywhere ambient light is too low for an unlit screen.

      Importance: HIGH

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not include front light, while the average eReader does.
    • Lower screen resolution
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch supports lower screen resolution than the average eReader (600x800 px vs 1072x1448 px). The average eReader supports 1072x1448 px screen resolution.
      What it is: The total pixel grid shown on the panel, normally written as width by height.
      When it matters: When small fonts, diagrams, or dense page layouts need to stay readable without constant zooming.

      Importance: HIGH

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch supports lower screen resolution than the average eReader (600x800 px vs 1072x1448 px). The average eReader supports 1072x1448 px screen resolution.600x800 px vs 1072x1448 px
    • 37% lower pixel density
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a lower pixel density than the average eReader (167 ppi vs 265 ppi). The average eReader has a pixel density of 265 ppi.
      What it is: The number of pixels packed into each inch of the display, expressed in ppi.
      When it matters: When you want text edges to look cleaner and serif fonts to resemble print more closely.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=300

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch has a lower pixel density than the average eReader (167 ppi vs 265 ppi). The average eReader has a pixel density of 265 ppi.167 ppi vs 265 ppi
    • No USB Type-C
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not have USB Type-C, while the average eReader does.
      What it is: Uses the reversible USB-C connector for charging and, on some models, wired data transfer.
      When it matters: When you want one shared cable standard for your reader, phone, and other travel gear.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not have USB Type-C, while the average eReader does.
    • No Bluetooth audio
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average eReader does.
      What it is: Confirms that Bluetooth can be used specifically for wireless audio output, not just for generic accessories.
      When it matters: When you plan to pair earbuds or a speaker for audiobooks or text-to-speech playback.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average eReader does.
    • No Bluetooth
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not have Bluetooth, while the average eReader does.
      What it is: Provides short-range wireless pairing for headphones, speakers, keyboards, page turners, or other accessories.
      When it matters: When you listen to audiobooks, use a remote page turner, or want cable-free accessories around the house.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch does not have Bluetooth, while the average eReader does.
    • 1 hours longer charging time
      Onyx Boox I62 Touch charges more slowly than the average eReader (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average eReader charges in 2 hours.
      What it is: The approximate time needed to recharge the battery from low to full.
      When it matters: When you often top up shortly before leaving and need the reader ready again quickly.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: <=3

      Onyx Boox I62 Touch charges more slowly than the average eReader (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average eReader charges in 2 hours.3 hours vs 2 hours
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    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about Onyx Boox I62 Touch?

    • Excellent hardware build quality and a crisp HD e-ink display.
    • Great and intuitive handling that feels comfortable in the hand.
    • Versatile software with pre-installed reading apps like FBReader and NeoReader 2.0.
    • Extensive file support, including Adobe DRM for EPUB and PDF, as well as DJVU.
    • Decent battery life for an e-ink device, with an estimated duration of about a month.
    • Includes physical page-turn buttons on the sides for non-touch interaction.

    What customers dislike about Onyx Boox I62 Touch?

    • Counter-intuitive default button assignments for page turning.
    • Limited customization options compared to older e-reader models, such as button re-mapping.
    • Touchscreen issues, including lack of a toggle to disable it and icons placed too closely to corners.
    • Lower resolution (800 x 600 px) compared to modern e-readers and its 'HD' variant.
    • Lack of a built-in front light (self-lit screen), making it difficult to read in dark environments.
    • Potential for accidental commands due to high touch sensitivity during reading.

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