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Onyx Boox Note Air 3 Review | 68 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400Screen size:10.3 inchesPixel density:227 ppiInternal storage:64 GBBattery life:49.8 hoursSupported bookstore ecosystem:Android Open Ecosystem

Onyx Boox Note Air 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.

8.6

Overall score

Score
8.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

90%

8.6

Technical score

10%

7.8

User score

★Better than 98% of ereaders
8.6

Technical score

Technical score
8.6/ 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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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

25%

8.5

Display

22%

9.5

Reading

18%

9.8

Battery

14%

9.6

Hardware

12%

8.7

Connectivity

9%

3.2

Design

★Better than 98% of ereaders
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 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%

8.7

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on 372 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
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.
â–¼Worse than 59% of ereaders
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Technical Specifications of eReader Onyx Boox Note Air 3

Technical score
Technical score
8.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components:

25%

8.5

Display

22%

9.5

Reading

18%

9.8

Battery

14%

9.6

Hardware

12%

8.7

Connectivity

9%

3.2

Design

8.6
User score
User score
7.8/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on 372 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
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.
7.8
Popularity
Popularity
5.9/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 56% of models
Popularity:
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 has a popularity score of 5.9 points, which is higher than that of 55.7% of products in this category.
5.9
Value for money
Value for money
8.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components:

60%

8.6

Overall score

40%

8.4

Price

8.5
Brand name
Onyx
Screen size
10.3 inches
Screen size
10.3 inches
â–² Better than 87% of models
Market range: <5 inches – >10 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
1404x1872 px
Screen resolution
1404x1872 px
â–² Better than 74% of models
This ereader uses a screen resolution of 1404x1872 px, which is sharper than that of 73.8% of eReaders and the same as that of 17.2% of eReaders.
Pixel density
227 ppi
Pixel density
227 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Market range: <150 ppi – >300 ppi
This ereader has a pixel density of 227 ppi which is lower than 51.6% on this spec and equal to 7.4% of eReaders.
E-paper display
yes
E-paper display
yes
â–² Better than 2% of models
This ereader uses an e-paper display. 2.5% of eReaders have an e-paper display.
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Supported file types
19
Supported file types
19
â–² Better than 65% of models
Market range: <9 – >24
This ereader supports 19 file types which is more than 65.3% on this spec and equal to 7.6% of eReaders.
PDF reflow support
yes
PDF reflow support
yes
â–² Better than 45% of models
This ereader offers PDF reflow. 45.5% of eReaders support PDF reflow.
Annotation support
yes
Annotation support
yes
â–² Better than 2% of models
This ereader offers annotation support. 1.6% of eReaders offer annotation support.
Dictionary
yes
Dictionary
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This ereader includes a built-in dictionary. 0.8% of eReaders include a built-in dictionary.
Text-to-speech
yes
Text-to-speech
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
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
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <12 hours – >42 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
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <1k mAh – >4k 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
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <1 hours – >6 hours
This ereader takes 1 hour to charge which is quicker than 91.8% on this spec and equal to 8.2% of eReaders.
charges at 15W
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 7% of models
This ereader does not offer wireless charging. 7.4% of eReaders offer wireless charging.
Internal storage
64 GB
Internal storage
64 GB
â–² Better than 83% of models
Market range: <2 GB – >62 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
â–² Better than 87% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >5 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
★ Better than 97% of models
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
â–² Better than 74% of models
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
yes
Memory card slot
yes
â–² Better than 57% of models
This ereader has a memory card slot. 57.4% of eReaders have a memory card slot.
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Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
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)
â–² Better than 58% of models
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
â–² Better than 57% of models
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
â–² Better than 40% of models
This ereader connects over Bluetooth. 40.2% of eReaders have Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5
Bluetooth version
5
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
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
450 g
Weight
450 g
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <160 g – >480 g
This ereader weighs 450 g which is heavier than 87.7% on this spec and equal to 0.8% of eReaders.
Thickness
5.8 mm
Thickness
5.8 mm
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <6 mm – >11 mm
This ereader is 5.8 mm thick which is thinner than 91.7% on this spec and equal to 5.8% of eReaders.
Height
226 mm
Height
226 mm
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <150 mm – >240 mm
This ereader is 226 mm tall which is taller than 79.5% on this spec and equal to 2.5% of eReaders.
Width
193 mm
Width
193 mm
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <100 mm – >200 mm
This ereader is 193 mm wide which is wider than 86.9% on this spec and equal to 4.9% of eReaders.
Water resistance (splashproof)
no
Water resistance (splashproof)
no
â–¼ Worse than 25% of models
This ereader does not have water resistance against splashes. 25% of eReaders have water resistance against splashes.
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Onyx Boox Note Air 3 vs the average eReader

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  • 28.8 hours longer battery life
    Battery life
    49.8 hours
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <12 hours – >42 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
  • 3.3 inches larger screen size
    Screen size
    10.3 inches
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <5 inches – >10 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
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <1k mAh – >4k 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
  • 4x more storage
    Internal storage
    64 GB
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >62 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
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    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
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >5 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
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    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
  • Memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This ereader includes a memory card slot, while the average eReader does not. 43.1% of eReaders include a memory card slot.
  • 17% better value for money
    Onyx Boox Note Air 3 has better value for money than the average eReader (8.52 vs 7.3).
    8.52 vs 7.28
  • 3.3 inches larger screen size
    Screen size
    10.3 inches
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <5 inches – >10 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
    1404x1872 px
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This ereader supports higher screen resolution than the average eReader (1404x1872 px vs 1072x1448 px). The average eReader supports 1072x1448 px screen resolution.
    1404x1872 px vs 1072x1448 px
  • Auto-brightness sensor
    Auto-brightness sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This ereader has an auto-brightness sensor, while the average eReader does not. 41.8% of eReaders have an auto-brightness sensor.
    Ambient light sensor enables automatic brightness adjustments.
  • More advanced E-Ink technology
    E-Ink technology
    Carta 1200
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    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
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This ereader supports auto-rotate, while the average eReader does not. 43.4% of eReaders support auto-rotate.
  • Supports handwriting recognition
    Handwriting recognition
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    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
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This ereader supports a stylus, while the average eReader does not. 38.2% of eReaders support a stylus.
    Wacom EMR stylus with 4,096 pressure levels is included
  • 4 more supported file formats
    Supported file types
    19
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <9 – >24
    This ereader supports a broader range of file types than the average eReader (19 vs 15).
    19 vs 15
  • Broader library support
    Library lending platforms supported
    OverDrive, Libby, Hoopla, BorrowBox
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This ereader supports more library lending platforms than the average eReader (OverDrive, Libby, Hoopla, BorrowBox vs OverDrive, Libby).
    Access comes through installable library apps.
    OverDrive, Libby, Hoopla, BorrowBox vs OverDrive, Libby
  • Stylus included
    Stylus included
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    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
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <12 hours – >42 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
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <1k mAh – >4k 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
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <1 hours – >6 hours
    This ereader charges faster than the average eReader (1 hours vs 2 hours). The average eReader charges in 2 hours.
    charges at 15W
    1 hours vs 2 hours
  • 4x more storage
    Internal storage
    64 GB
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >62 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
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >5 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
  • Memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This ereader includes a memory card slot, while the average eReader does not. 43.1% of eReaders include a memory card slot.
  • Faster CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    8 x 2.4 GHz
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    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
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    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
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This ereader uses Android 12, a more advanced operating system than Kindle OS on the average eReader.
    Android 12 vs Kindle OS
  • Fingerprint scanner
    Fingerprint scanner
    yes
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This ereader has a fingerprint scanner, while the average eReader does not. 8.1% of eReaders have a fingerprint scanner.
  • Microphone included
    Microphone
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    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
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    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
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <0 – >5
    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
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    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)
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    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)
  • 2.3 mm thinner
    Thickness
    5.8 mm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <6 mm – >11 mm
    This ereader is thinner than the average eReader (5.8 mm vs 8.1 mm). The average eReader thickness is 8.1 mm.
    5.8 mm vs 8.1 mm
  • 2 newer
    Release date
    2023
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This ereader is newer than the average eReader (2023 vs 2021). The average eReader was released in 2021.
    December 2023
    2,023 vs 2,021
  • 2.11x heavier
    Weight
    450 g
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <160 g – >480 g
    This ereader is heavier than the average eReader (450 g vs 213 g). The average eReader weighs 213 g.
    450 g vs 213 g
  • Limited DRM support
    DRM schemes supported
    Adobe DRM
    â–² Better than 45% of models
    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
  • 65.4 mm wider
    Width
    193 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <100 mm – >200 mm
    This ereader is wider than the average eReader (193 mm vs 127.6 mm). The average eReader width is 127.6 mm.
    193 mm vs 127.6 mm
  • 14.3% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    227 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <150 ppi – >300 ppi
    This ereader has a lower pixel density than the average eReader (227 ppi vs 265 ppi). The average eReader has a pixel density of 265 ppi.
    227 ppi vs 265 ppi
  • 53 mm taller
    Height
    226 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <150 mm – >240 mm
    This ereader is taller than the average eReader (226 mm vs 173 mm). The average eReader height is 173 mm.
    226 mm vs 173 mm
  • 2.35x more expensive
    Onyx Boox Note Air 3 is more expensive than the average eReader (£400 vs £170).
    £400 vs £170
  • Versions older Bluetooth
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <1 – >6
    This ereader supports an older Bluetooth version than the average eReader (5 vs 5.1).
    5.0 vs 5.1
  • 1.9% lower user score
    User score
    7.8/ 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 Note Air 3
    the average eReader
    Onyx Boox Note Air 3 has a lower user score than the average eReader (7.85 vs 8.000).
    7.85 vs 8
  • 2.35x more expensive
    Onyx Boox Note Air 3 is more expensive than the average eReader (£400 vs £170).
    £400 vs £170
  • 1.9% lower user score
    User score
    7.8/ 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
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Onyx Boox Note Air 3
    the average eReader
    Onyx Boox Note Air 3 has a lower user score than the average eReader (7.85 vs 8.000).
    7.85 vs 8
  • 14.3% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    227 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <150 ppi – >300 ppi
    This ereader has a lower pixel density than the average eReader (227 ppi vs 265 ppi). The average eReader has a pixel density of 265 ppi.
    227 ppi vs 265 ppi
  • Limited DRM support
    DRM schemes supported
    Adobe DRM
    â–² Better than 45% of models
    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
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <1 – >6
    This ereader supports an older Bluetooth version than the average eReader (5 vs 5.1).
    5.0 vs 5.1
  • 2.11x heavier
    Weight
    450 g
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <160 g – >480 g
    This ereader is heavier than the average eReader (450 g vs 213 g). The average eReader weighs 213 g.
    450 g vs 213 g
  • 65.4 mm wider
    Width
    193 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <100 mm – >200 mm
    This ereader is wider than the average eReader (193 mm vs 127.6 mm). The average eReader width is 127.6 mm.
    193 mm vs 127.6 mm
  • 53 mm taller
    Height
    226 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <150 mm – >240 mm
    This ereader is taller than the average eReader (226 mm vs 173 mm). The average eReader height is 173 mm.
    226 mm vs 173 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Chalid Raqami
≈ estimated
06/02/2024
Full review · battery, screen and app tests
Verdict
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 is good at nearly everything but best at nothing, and a weak upgrade from the previous model.
9.5
My Deep Guide
≈ estimated
30/01/2024
Hands-on review · battery, ghosting and comparison with predecessors
Verdict
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 is an excellent all-round e-ink tablet with very few real drawbacks, apart from its screen resolution.
7.0
Chalid Raqami
≈ estimated
19/02/2024
Comparison · Note Air 3 vs Note Air 3 C, screen, battery and apps
Verdict
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 has no clear winner: the black and white model suits readers who want long battery life and no front light.
9.0
Kit Betts-Masters
≈ estimated
18/02/2024
Comparison · how to choose between the two models
Verdict
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 models are both excellent; the black and white one suits anyone who does not need colour and wants longer battery.
6.0
My Deep Guide
≈ estimated
17/01/2024
First look · unboxing and first impressions
Verdict
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 is mostly as expected but slightly disappointing, mainly because of its 227 PPI black and white screen.
7.0
Chalid Raqami
≈ estimated
04/01/2024
First impressions · unboxing and first setup
Verdict
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 is a worthy addition to the lineup, but not a sensible upgrade over its predecessor.
Shop video
Overview video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

techradar.com
22/07/2024
Full review · Android e-paper tablet
Verdict
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 suits people who want Android apps and cloud services in a note-taking tablet, though it is less polished than rivals.
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androidcentral.com
27/03/2024
Summary of the review
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 review: A large e-reader that's terrific at taking notes
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notebookcheck.net
27/01/2024
Summary of the review
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 Review: A beautiful e-ink tablet with app support, even in black and white
ewritable.net
29/11/2024
Year-long test · All-round e-ink tablet
Verdict
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 is a strong all-round 10.3-inch e-ink tablet with a frontlight and microSD slot, but it is heavy and hard to charge in its folio.
pocket-lint.com
29/05/2024
Ten-day test · E-reader and notepad
Verdict
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 suits readers and students who want long battery life and third-party apps, though its 227ppi screen falls short of rivals.
reviewed.com
02/04/2024
Battery test · E-reader notebook
Verdict
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 is a sharp, long-lasting E Ink reader and notebook, but Android's clumsy handling of E Ink limits it as a tablet.
laptopmag.com
24/07/2024
Hands-on review · Work and study
Verdict
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 suits distraction-free work and study, but its 430-gram weight and E Ink limitations make it a poor pick for casual readers.
G
goodereader.com
28/12/2023
Summary of the review
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 – A Review
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notebookcheck.com
25/01/2024
Summary of the review
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 Review – A Great E-Ink Tablet with App Support, Even in Black and White",
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stern.de
05/06/2024
Summary of the review
Boox Note Air3 Review: What the Digital Notebook Can Do
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moz.de
05/06/2024
Hands-on test · Color E-ink
Verdict
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 C suits note-takers, comic readers and students with its paper-like pen and weeks of battery, but muted colors and ghosting hurt photos and video.
umihito.de
13/06/2024
Hands-on test · Android e-reader
Verdict
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 is a sharp, well-built Android e-reader whose precise stylus and long battery suit note-takers, comic readers and PDF work.
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zdnet.fr
13/06/2024
Summary of the review
Boox Note Air 3 Review: This E-Ink Tablet Holds Its Own Against ReMarkable and Kindle
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journaldugeek.com
31/07/2024
Summary of the review
Onyx Boox Note Air 3 review: It has it all
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galaxus.fr
03/04/2024
Summary of the review
A color screen e-reader with a stylus: testing the Onyx Boox Note Air 3
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Third-party reviews

Based on 372 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Onyx Boox Note Air 3

  • Versatile Android 12 OS allows installation of third-party apps like Kindle, Libby, and OneNote via Google Play Store
  • Excellent note-taking experience with 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity and a textured, paper-like screen film
  • Superb battery life on the monochrome model, often lasting 1-2 weeks on a single charge
  • Premium, slim aluminum-magnesium alloy build that feels sturdy and comfortable to hold
  • Effective built-in NeoReader app that supports a wide range of formats (PDF, EPUB, MOBI) with split-screen multitasking
  • Fast and secure unlocking thanks to the integrated fingerprint sensor in the power button

What we don't like about Onyx Boox Note Air 3

  • Lower pixel density (227 PPI) compared to competitors like the Kindle Scribe (300 PPI)
  • Significant ghosting issues, especially when using higher refresh rate modes for web browsing
  • The included magnetic stylus can detach too easily from the rounded edges of the tablet
  • Weak and harsh-sounding onboard speakers that are mostly only suitable for basic podcasts
  • Lacks any official IP rating for water or dust resistance, limiting outdoor and poolside use
  • The user interface can feel clunky and unpolished compared to the more streamlined Kindles or reMarkable tablets

Verdict

The Onyx Boox Note Air 3 is a 10.3-inch monochrome e-ink tablet featuring a Carta 1200 display with 227 PPI resolution and a paper-like etched glass surface. Powered by a 2.4GHz octa-core processor, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of expandable storage, it runs on Android 12 with full Google Play Store access for third-party apps. Main pros include its versatile software ecosystem, excellent note-taking experience with the included 4,096-pressure-level stylus, and a premium, slim 5.8mm aluminum-magnesium build. However, notable cons include its lower pixel density compared to some competitors, the lack of an IP rating for water resistance, and relatively weak onboard speakers.

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