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Onyx Boox Poke 5 Review | 68 Data compared

Avg. price:~£170Screen size:6 inchesPixel density:300 ppiInternal storage:32 GBBattery life:12 hoursSupported bookstore ecosystem:Android Open Ecosystem

Onyx Boox Poke 5 Review: Compare 68 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the eReaders category and whether it is worth buying.

6.9

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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
â–² Better than 60% of models
Score components

90%

6.9

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–²Better than 60% of ereaders
6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components

25%

7.5

Display

22%

8.4

Reading

18%

3.7

Battery

14%

7.0

Hardware

12%

8.5

Connectivity

9%

5.8

Design

â–²Better than 62% of ereaders
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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 52% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £170

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Technical Specifications of eReader Onyx Boox Poke 5

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components:

25%

7.5

Display

22%

8.4

Reading

18%

3.7

Battery

14%

7.0

Hardware

12%

8.5

Connectivity

9%

5.8

Design

6.9
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Onyx Boox Poke 5 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than that of 72.1% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components:

60%

6.9

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

7.7
Brand name
Onyx
Screen size
6 inches
Screen size
6 inches
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <5 inches – >10 inches
This ereader has a screen size of 6 inches which is smaller than 57.4% on this spec and equal to 40.2% of eReaders.
Screen resolution
1072x1448 px
Screen resolution
1072x1448 px
â–² Better than 46% of models
This ereader uses a screen resolution of 1072x1448 px, which is sharper than that of 45.9% of eReaders and the same as that of 11.5% of eReaders.
Pixel density
300 ppi
Pixel density
300 ppi
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <150 ppi – >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
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
12 hours
Battery life
12 hours
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <12 hours – >42 hours
This ereader offers 12 hours of battery life which is shorter than 86.5% on this spec and equal to 3.1% of eReaders.
Battery capacity
1,500 mAh
Battery capacity
1,500 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <1k mAh – >4k mAh
This ereader has a battery capacity of 1,500 mAh which is lower than 54.6% on this spec and equal to 11.6% 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.
approx. 55 minutes to 1.5 hours with a compatible 10W+ charger, longer with lower wattage
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
32 GB
Internal storage
32 GB
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <2 GB – >62 GB
This ereader offers 32 GB of internal storage which is more than 59% on this spec and equal to 23% of eReaders.
RAM capacity
2 GB
RAM capacity
2 GB
â–² Better than 72% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >5 GB
This ereader offers 2 GB of RAM which is more than 72.1% on this spec and equal to 8.2% of eReaders.
CPU base clock speed
4x 2 GHz
CPU base clock speed
4x 2 GHz
â–² Better than 75% of models
This ereader has a CPU base clock speed of 4x2 GHz, which is faster than that of 75.2% of eReaders and the same as that of 4.1% of eReaders.
Operating system
Android 11
Operating system
Android 11
â–² Better than 76% of models
This ereader runs Android 11, which is more advanced than that of 76.2% of eReaders and the same as that of 17.2% 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
160 g
Weight
160 g
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <160 g – >480 g
This ereader weighs 160 g which is lighter than 88.5% on this spec and equal to 0.8% of eReaders.
Thickness
6.8 mm
Thickness
6.8 mm
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <6 mm – >11 mm
This ereader is 6.8 mm thick which is thinner than 80.2% on this spec and equal to 1.7% of eReaders.
Height
148 mm
Height
148 mm
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <150 mm – >240 mm
This ereader is 148 mm tall which is shorter than 96.7% on this spec and equal to 0.8% of eReaders.
Width
108 mm
Width
108 mm
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <100 mm – >200 mm
This ereader is 108 mm wide which is narrower than 91.8% 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 Poke 5 vs the average eReader

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  • 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.
  • 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.
    Dedicated stylus support.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Android 11
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This ereader uses Android 11, a more advanced operating system than Kindle OS on the average eReader.
    Android 11 vs Kindle OS
  • 24.9% lighter
    Weight
    160 g
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <160 g – >480 g
    This ereader is lighter than the average eReader (160 g vs 213 g). The average eReader weighs 213 g.
    160 g vs 213 g
  • 27 more front-light LEDs
    N. of front-light LEDs
    32
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <0 – >35
    This ereader has more front-light LEDs than the average eReader (32 vs 5). The average eReader has 5 front-light LEDs.
    32 vs 5
  • Faster CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    4 x 2 GHz
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This ereader has a faster CPU base clock speed than the average eReader (4x2 GHz vs 1x1 GHz). The average eReader has a CPU base clock speed of 1x1 GHz.
    4x2 GHz vs 1x1 GHz
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 27 more front-light LEDs
    N. of front-light LEDs
    32
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <0 – >35
    This ereader has more front-light LEDs than the average eReader (32 vs 5). The average eReader has 5 front-light LEDs.
    32 vs 5
  • 13.2% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    300 ppi
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <150 ppi – >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
  • 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.
    Dedicated stylus support.
  • 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).
    OverDrive, Libby, Hoopla, BorrowBox vs OverDrive, Libby
  • 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.
    approx. 55 minutes to 1.5 hours with a compatible 10W+ charger, longer with lower wattage
    1 hours vs 2 hours
  • 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.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Android 11
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This ereader uses Android 11, a more advanced operating system than Kindle OS on the average eReader.
    Android 11 vs Kindle OS
  • Faster CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    4 x 2 GHz
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This ereader has a faster CPU base clock speed than the average eReader (4x2 GHz vs 1x1 GHz). The average eReader has a CPU base clock speed of 1x1 GHz.
    4x2 GHz vs 1x1 GHz
  • 1.49 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    2 GB
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >5 GB
    This ereader has more RAM than the average eReader (2 GB vs 0.5 GB). The average eReader has 0.512 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 0.512 GB
  • 2x more storage
    Internal storage
    32 GB
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >62 GB
    This ereader offers more internal storage than the average eReader (32 GB vs 16 GB). The average eReader provides 16 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 16 GB
  • 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.
    supports connection of peripherals that do not require drivers
  • 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)
  • 24.9% lighter
    Weight
    160 g
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <160 g – >480 g
    This ereader is lighter than the average eReader (160 g vs 213 g). The average eReader weighs 213 g.
    160 g vs 213 g
  • 25 mm shorter
    Height
    148 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <150 mm – >240 mm
    This ereader is shorter than the average eReader (148 mm vs 173 mm). The average eReader height is 173 mm.
    148 mm vs 173 mm
  • 1.3 mm thinner
    Thickness
    6.8 mm
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <6 mm – >11 mm
    This ereader is thinner than the average eReader (6.8 mm vs 8.1 mm). The average eReader thickness is 8.1 mm.
    6.8 mm vs 8.1 mm
  • 19.6 mm narrower
    Width
    108 mm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <100 mm – >200 mm
    This ereader is narrower than the average eReader (108 mm vs 127.6 mm). The average eReader width is 127.6 mm.
    108 mm vs 127.6 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.
    May 2023
    2,023 vs 2,021
  • Limited DRM support
    DRM schemes supported
    No native DRM support
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    This ereader supports fewer DRM schemes than the average eReader (No native DRM support vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM).
    Relies on third-party Android apps for DRM-protected content.
    No native DRM support vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM
  • 9 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    12 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <12 hours – >42 hours
    This ereader offers shorter battery life than the average eReader (12 hours vs 21 hours). The average eReader offers 21 hours of battery life.
    12 hours vs 21 hours
  • 1 inches smaller screen size
    Screen size
    6 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <5 inches – >10 inches
    This ereader has a smaller screen than the average eReader (6 inches vs 7 inches). The average eReader screen size is 7 inches.
    6 inches vs 7 inches
  • 5.44x less popular
    Onyx Boox Poke 5 is less popular than the average eReader (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 4.2% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,500 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <1k mAh – >4k mAh
    This ereader has a smaller battery than the average eReader (1500 mAh vs 1565 mAh). The average eReader battery has a capacity of 1565 mAh.
    1,500 mAh vs 1,565 mAh
  • 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
  • 5.44x less popular
    Onyx Boox Poke 5 is less popular than the average eReader (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 1 inches smaller screen size
    Screen size
    6 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <5 inches – >10 inches
    This ereader has a smaller screen than the average eReader (6 inches vs 7 inches). The average eReader screen size is 7 inches.
    6 inches vs 7 inches
  • Limited DRM support
    DRM schemes supported
    No native DRM support
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    This ereader supports fewer DRM schemes than the average eReader (No native DRM support vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM).
    Relies on third-party Android apps for DRM-protected content.
    No native DRM support vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM
  • 9 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    12 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <12 hours – >42 hours
    This ereader offers shorter battery life than the average eReader (12 hours vs 21 hours). The average eReader offers 21 hours of battery life.
    12 hours vs 21 hours
  • 4.2% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,500 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <1k mAh – >4k mAh
    This ereader has a smaller battery than the average eReader (1500 mAh vs 1565 mAh). The average eReader battery has a capacity of 1565 mAh.
    1,500 mAh vs 1,565 mAh
  • 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

Video reviews

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

7.0
OSReviews
≈ estimated
12/09/2024
Hands-on review · screen, performance and app tests
Verdict
Onyx Boox Poke 5 suits basic reading at a low price: a strong screen, but performance is slow with limited memory.
8.0
Carbon Bonded Books
≈ estimated
13/11/2023
Unboxing and check-ins · six weeks of travel use
Verdict
Onyx Boox Poke 5 has great pocket size and travel convenience, but app-based reading lacks some native e-reader features.
6.0
The Product Critiques
≈ estimated
15/03/2024
Short review · design, features and battery
Verdict
Onyx Boox Poke 5 is a versatile e-reader with plenty of storage, but it is pricey and clunky for simple reading.
7.0
My Deep Guide
≈ estimated
28/07/2023
First impressions · unboxing and early performance
Verdict
Onyx Boox Poke 5 has a very good screen and expandable storage with acceptable performance; full verdict to come.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

pcmag.com
20/12/2023
Hands-on review · Android e-reader
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Poke 5 is a light, ad-free 6-inch reader that suits readers who buy from many stores, but sluggish performance and tricky setup hold it back.
techradar.com
02/01/2024
Full review · Entry-level e-reader
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Poke 5 is a light, compact 6-inch reader with adjustable warm light, but its hidden Play Store setup and sluggish performance make it hard to recommend.
9to5google.com
27/10/2023
Weeks-long review · Android e-ink reader
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Poke 5 is a simple e-ink reader with just enough Android for books, best for buyers who want to read and don't need many apps.
U
uk.pcmag.com
20/12/2023
Summary of the review
Onyx Boox Poke 5 - Review 2023 - PCMag UK
howtogeek.com
19/10/2023
Real-world test · Slim e-reader
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Poke 5 is a slim, comfortable reader with good light controls, but its slow startup and clunky interface suit patient readers.
goodereader.com
17/05/2023
Hands-on review · Android e-reader
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Poke 5 is a 6-inch reader that runs Google Play apps, so it suits readers who want Kindle or Kobo apps, but it is not ideal for PDFs.
kadavy.net
07/03/2024
One-month test · Readwise highlight sync
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Poke 5 suits readers who want to sync highlights from directly bought EPUBs to Readwise, but setup is tedious and Readwise Reader is still early on e-ink.
makeuseof.com
12/03/2024
Hands-on review · Pocket e-reader
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Poke 5 is a pocket-sized reader with no ads and library app support, but it is not waterproof and its interface takes time to learn.
H
heise.de
16/08/2023
Summary of the review
Boox Poke 5 E-Reader Review: Full Android and E-Ink Display
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nzz.ch
16/09/2023
Review · Tablet-style e-reader
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Poke 5 is an Android e-reader with Play Store apps and a two-week battery, but its black-and-white screen isn't built for fast images.
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liseuses.net
14/03/2024
Summary of the review
Onyx Boox Poke 5: a six-inch Carta 1300 eReader with Android
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qualescegliere.it
25/01/2024
Comparison review · Compact e-reader
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Poke 5 is a compact reader that handles many formats and languages well, but its slow chip makes third-party apps a stretch.
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tweakers.net
13/07/2024
Summary of the review
Five six-inch e-readers: Reading comfort or tweaking?
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tweakers.net
24/06/2025
Summary of the review
Onyx BOOX Go 6 - More Android, Less Reading Comfort (Featuring Poke 5 Comparison and Test Data)
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Third-party reviews

What we like about Onyx Boox Poke 5

  • Compact and lightweight 'pocketable' design with slim bezels
  • Runs Android 11 with full access to the Google Play Store for third-party apps like Libby and Kindle
  • Sharp 300ppi E Ink screen that is highly legible in bright sunlight
  • Includes a microSD card slot supporting up to 1TB of expandable storage
  • Highly customizable reading interface through the native NeoReader app
  • Dual-tone front light with independent control over warm and cool levels
  • No lock-screen ads or forced book recommendations on the home screen

What we don't like about Onyx Boox Poke 5

  • Sluggish performance in third-party apps, particularly with slow page turns in the Kindle app
  • Complex and unintuitive user interface with a steep learning curve for new users
  • Activating the Google Play Store is a tedious, multi-step process that is not enabled by default
  • Lacks any official waterproofing rating, making it less durable for outdoor use than competitors
  • Relatively expensive compared to established competitors like the Kindle Paperwhite
  • Battery life drains significantly faster when using Wi-Fi or intensive third-party apps compared to the native reader
  • Limited availability of high-quality third-party protective cases

Verdict

The Onyx Boox Poke 5 is an ultra-compact 6-inch e-reader featuring a sharp 300 PPI E Ink Carta Plus display and a versatile Android 11 operating system with Google Play Store access. Under the hood, it packs a Qualcomm quad-core 2GHz processor, 2GB of RAM, and 32GB of internal storage, which is uniquely expandable via a microSD card slot supporting up to 1TB. Key pros include its featherweight 160g design, customizable Moonlight 2 front-lighting with warm and cool temperature controls, and broad support for over 20 file formats. However, it lacks waterproofing, and users often encounter sluggish performance when running third-party apps compared to its native reading software.

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