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Onyx Boox Tab Mini C Review | 68 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400Screen size:7.8 inchesPixel density:300 ppiInternal storage:64 GBBattery life:20 hoursSupported bookstore ecosystem:Android Open Ecosystem

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

8.0

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 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 90% of models
Score components

90%

8.0

Technical score

10%

7.5

User score

★Better than 90% of ereaders
8.0

Technical score

Technical score
8.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 89% of models
Score components

25%

8.9

Display

22%

9.4

Reading

18%

6.7

Battery

14%

7.8

Hardware

12%

8.7

Connectivity

9%

4.3

Design

▲Better than 89% of ereaders
7.5

User score

User score
7.5/ 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
▼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.0

Number of reviews

Based on 318 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.
▼Worse than 68% of ereaders
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Technical Specifications of eReader Onyx Boox Tab Mini C

Technical score
Technical score
8.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 89% of models
Score components:

25%

8.9

Display

22%

9.4

Reading

18%

6.7

Battery

14%

7.8

Hardware

12%

8.7

Connectivity

9%

4.3

Design

8.0
User score
User score
7.5/ 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
▼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.0

Number of reviews

Based on 318 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.
7.5
Popularity
Popularity
6.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 58% of models
Popularity:
Onyx Boox Tab Mini C has a popularity score of 6 points, which is higher than that of 58.2% of products in this category.
6.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 83% of models
Score components:

60%

8.0

Overall score

40%

8.4

Price

8.1
Brand name
Onyx
Screen size
7.8 inches
Screen size
7.8 inches
▲ Better than 65% of models
Market range: <5 inches – >10 inches
This ereader has a screen size of 7.8 inches which is larger than 64.8% on this spec and equal to 9% of eReaders.
Screen resolution
1404x1872 px
Screen resolution
1404x1872 px
▲ 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
300 ppi
Pixel density
300 ppi
▲ 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.
150 ppi in color.
E-paper display
yes
E-paper display
yes
▲ 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
26
Supported file types
26
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <9 – >24
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
▲ Better than 45% of models
This ereader offers PDF reflow. 45.5% of eReaders support PDF reflow.
Annotation support
yes
Annotation support
yes
▲ Better than 2% of models
This ereader offers annotation support. 1.6% of eReaders offer annotation support.
Dictionary
yes
Dictionary
yes
▲ 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
▲ 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
20 hours
Battery life
20 hours
▼ Worse than 52% of models
Market range: <12 hours – >42 hours
This ereader offers 20 hours of battery life which is shorter than 52.1% on this spec and equal to 10.4% of eReaders.
estimated 15-30 hours based on usage conditions
Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <1k mAh – >4k mAh
This ereader has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is higher than 96.7% on this spec and equal to 0.8% of eReaders.
Charging time
2 hours
Charging time
2 hours
▲ Better than 49% of models
Market range: <1 hours – >6 hours
This ereader takes 2 hours to charge which is quicker than 49.1% on this spec and equal to 40% of eReaders.
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
▼ 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
▲ 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
▲ 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 GHz
CPU base clock speed
8x 2 GHz
▲ Better than 83% of models
This ereader has a CPU base clock speed of 8x2 GHz, which is faster than that of 82.6% of eReaders and the same as that of 12.4% of eReaders.
Operating system
Android 11
Operating system
Android 11
▲ 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
no
Memory card slot
no
▼ Worse than 43% of models
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
▲ 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)
▲ 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
▲ 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
▲ Better than 40% of models
This ereader connects over Bluetooth. 40.2% of eReaders have Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5
Bluetooth version
5
▲ 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
310 g
Weight
310 g
▼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <160 g – >480 g
This ereader weighs 310 g which is heavier than 73.8% on this spec.
Thickness
8.3 mm
Thickness
8.3 mm
▼ Worse than 54% of models
Market range: <6 mm – >11 mm
This ereader is 8.3 mm thick which is thicker than 53.7% on this spec and equal to 5.8% of eReaders.
Height
194 mm
Height
194 mm
▼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <150 mm – >240 mm
This ereader is 194 mm tall which is taller than 68% on this spec and equal to 3.3% of eReaders.
Width
136.5 mm
Width
136.5 mm
▼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <100 mm – >200 mm
This ereader is 136.5 mm wide which is wider than 58.2% on this spec and equal to 4.9% of eReaders.
Water resistance (splashproof)
no
Water resistance (splashproof)
no
▼ 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 Tab Mini C vs the average eReader

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  • 11 more supported file formats
    Supported file types
    26
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <9 – >24
    This ereader supports a broader range of file types than the average eReader (26 vs 15).
    26 vs 15
  • 3.19x larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    5,000 mAh
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <1k mAh – >4k mAh
    This ereader has a larger battery than the average eReader (5000 mAh vs 1565 mAh). The average eReader battery has a capacity of 1565 mAh.
    5,000 mAh vs 1,565 mAh
  • 4x more storage
    Internal storage
    64 GB
    ▲ 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
  • Color display
    Color display
    yes
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    This ereader has a color display, while the average eReader does not. 13.8% of eReaders have a color display.
  • Supports handwriting recognition
    Handwriting recognition
    yes
    ▲ 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
    ▲ 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
  • 37 more front-light LEDs
    N. of front-light LEDs
    42
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <0 – >35
    This ereader has more front-light LEDs than the average eReader (42 vs 5). The average eReader has 5 front-light LEDs.
    42 vs 5
  • Faster CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    8 x 2 GHz
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    This ereader has a faster CPU base clock speed than the average eReader (8x2 GHz vs 1x1 GHz). The average eReader has a CPU base clock speed of 1x1 GHz.
    8x2 GHz vs 1x1 GHz
  • 11.4% better value for money
    Onyx Boox Tab Mini C has better value for money than the average eReader (8.11 vs 7.3).
    8.11 vs 7.28
  • Color display
    Color display
    yes
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    This ereader has a color display, while the average eReader does not. 13.8% of eReaders have a color display.
  • 37 more front-light LEDs
    N. of front-light LEDs
    42
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <0 – >35
    This ereader has more front-light LEDs than the average eReader (42 vs 5). The average eReader has 5 front-light LEDs.
    42 vs 5
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1404x1872 px
    ▲ 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
  • More advanced E-Ink technology
    E-Ink technology
    Kaleido 3
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    This ereader uses Kaleido 3 E-Ink technology, while the average eReader uses Carta Plus.
    Kaleido 3 E Ink's color filter technology
    Kaleido 3 vs Carta Plus
  • 13.2% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    300 ppi
    ▲ 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.
    150 ppi in color.
    300 ppi vs 265 ppi
  • 0.8 inches larger screen size
    Screen size
    7.8 inches
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <5 inches – >10 inches
    This ereader has a larger screen than the average eReader (7.8 inches vs 7 inches). The average eReader screen size is 7 inches.
    7.8 inches vs 7 inches
  • Supports auto-rotate
    Auto-rotate
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    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
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <9 – >24
    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
    ▲ 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
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This ereader supports a stylus, while the average eReader does not. 38.2% of eReaders support a stylus.
    Features a Wacom EMR layer with 4,96 levels of pressure sensitivity
  • Broader library support
    Library lending platforms supported
    OverDrive, Libby, Hoopla, BorrowBox, cloudLibrary
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    This ereader supports more library lending platforms than the average eReader (OverDrive, Libby, Hoopla, BorrowBox, cloudLibrary vs OverDrive, Libby).
    Access comes through installable library apps.
    OverDrive, Libby, Hoopla, BorrowBox, cloudLibrary vs OverDrive, Libby
  • Stylus included
    Stylus included
    yes
    ▲ 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.
  • 3.19x larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    5,000 mAh
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <1k mAh – >4k mAh
    This ereader has a larger battery than the average eReader (5000 mAh vs 1565 mAh). The average eReader battery has a capacity of 1565 mAh.
    5,000 mAh vs 1,565 mAh
  • 4x more storage
    Internal storage
    64 GB
    ▲ 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
    ▲ 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 GHz
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    This ereader has a faster CPU base clock speed than the average eReader (8x2 GHz vs 1x1 GHz). The average eReader has a CPU base clock speed of 1x1 GHz.
    8x2 GHz vs 1x1 GHz
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Android 11
    ▲ 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
  • Accelerometer included
    Accelerometer
    yes
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    This ereader has an accelerometer, while the average eReader does not. 45.1% of eReaders have an accelerometer.
  • Microphone included
    Microphone
    yes
    ▲ 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
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This ereader supports USB OTG, while the average eReader does not. 33.9% of eReaders support USB OTG.
    Can connect additional peripherals like a keyboard, mouse, or USB flash drive
  • 2 more speakers
    Speakers
    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
    ▲ 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)
    ▲ 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 newer
    Release date
    2023
    ▲ 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.
    June 2023
    2,023 vs 2,021
  • Limited DRM support
    DRM schemes supported
    No native DRM support
    ▼ 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
  • 45.5% heavier
    Weight
    310 g
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <160 g – >480 g
    This ereader is heavier than the average eReader (310 g vs 213 g). The average eReader weighs 213 g.
    310 g vs 213 g
  • 1 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    20 hours
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <12 hours – >42 hours
    This ereader offers shorter battery life than the average eReader (20 hours vs 21 hours). The average eReader offers 21 hours of battery life.
    estimated 15-30 hours based on usage conditions
    20 hours vs 21 hours
  • 2.35x more expensive
    Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is more expensive than the average eReader (£400 vs £170).
    £400 vs £170
  • 21 mm taller
    Height
    194 mm
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <150 mm – >240 mm
    This ereader is taller than the average eReader (194 mm vs 173 mm). The average eReader height is 173 mm.
    194 mm vs 173 mm
  • Versions older Bluetooth
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    ▲ 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
  • 6% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 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 Tab Mini C
    the average eReader
    Onyx Boox Tab Mini C has a lower user score than the average eReader (7.54 vs 8.000).
    7.54 vs 8
  • 8.9 mm wider
    Width
    136.5 mm
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <100 mm – >200 mm
    This ereader is wider than the average eReader (136.5 mm vs 127.6 mm). The average eReader width is 127.6 mm.
    136.5 mm vs 127.6 mm
  • 2.35x more expensive
    Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is more expensive than the average eReader (£400 vs £170).
    £400 vs £170
  • 6% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 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 Tab Mini C
    the average eReader
    Onyx Boox Tab Mini C has a lower user score than the average eReader (7.54 vs 8.000).
    7.54 vs 8
  • Limited DRM support
    DRM schemes supported
    No native DRM support
    ▼ 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
  • 1 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    20 hours
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <12 hours – >42 hours
    This ereader offers shorter battery life than the average eReader (20 hours vs 21 hours). The average eReader offers 21 hours of battery life.
    estimated 15-30 hours based on usage conditions
    20 hours vs 21 hours
  • Versions older Bluetooth
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    ▲ 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
  • 45.5% heavier
    Weight
    310 g
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <160 g – >480 g
    This ereader is heavier than the average eReader (310 g vs 213 g). The average eReader weighs 213 g.
    310 g vs 213 g
  • 21 mm taller
    Height
    194 mm
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <150 mm – >240 mm
    This ereader is taller than the average eReader (194 mm vs 173 mm). The average eReader height is 173 mm.
    194 mm vs 173 mm
  • 8.9 mm wider
    Width
    136.5 mm
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <100 mm – >200 mm
    This ereader is wider than the average eReader (136.5 mm vs 127.6 mm). The average eReader width is 127.6 mm.
    136.5 mm vs 127.6 mm

Video reviews

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

5.0
Maneetpaul Singh
≈ estimated
08/02/2024
Hands-on review · reading, refresh modes and note-taking
Verdict
Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is not ideal for straightforward reading; it is better suited to productivity, note-taking and colour use.
9.0
Brandon on Tech
≈ estimated
20/01/2024
Hands-on review · note-taking app and feature walkthrough
Verdict
Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is a solid, lighter alternative to an iPad Mini, especially for handwritten notes.
8.0
papernroses
≈ estimated
12/12/2023
Hands-on review · two months of reading and note-taking
Verdict
Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is excellent for comic, manga and magazine readers, but less suited to heavy single-app users because of its price.
8.0
Kit Betts-Masters
≈ estimated
13/10/2023
Hands-on review · reading, notes and battery impressions
Verdict
Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is a good all-rounder with a strong colour screen, though pricey and short on battery life.
5.0
My Deep Guide
≈ estimated
10/10/2023
In-depth review · hardware, screen, battery and writing tests
Verdict
Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is too pricey, heavy and compromised for most readers; best for heavy note-takers with deep pockets.
9.0
Jeffrey Moss
≈ estimated
28/08/2023
Long-term test · two months of daily reading
Verdict
Onyx Boox Tab Mini C holds up after two months; its only real flaw is a slightly darker band at the top.
9.0
Chalid Raqami
≈ estimated
23/07/2023
Hands-on review · screen, PDF, apps and battery tests
Verdict
Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is a compact colour e-ink tablet with a good balance of colour, features and portability.
7.0
Jeffrey Moss
≈ estimated
01/07/2023
Hands-on follow-up · refresh modes, magazines and standby battery
Verdict
Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is smoother and slightly more vibrant than the comparison device, but the gap is small and ghosting remains.
9.0
Jeffrey Moss
≈ estimated
30/06/2023
Second look · hands-on tests and comparison with Nova Air C
Verdict
Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is the better device, with clearly less ghosting, though the Nova Air C still holds up well.
8.0
Kit Betts-Masters
≈ estimated
04/07/2024
Comparison with Go Color 7 · comics and battery tests
Verdict
Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is preferred over the Go Color 7 for comics and stylus, though battery life is weaker and price matters.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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appleinsider.com
16/07/2023
Summary of the review
Boox Tab Mini C Review: an e-ink tablet that we can get behind
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howtogeek.com
03/08/2023
Summary of the review
Boox Tab Mini C Review: Color E-Reader For Kindle Owners
androidpolice.com
28/08/2023
Hands-on review · Color E Ink tablet
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is a 7.8-inch color E Ink tablet that suits pen notes and black-and-white text, but washed-out color and no built-in store are drawbacks.
pcmag.com
18/09/2023
Hands-on test · Color reader
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is a 7.8-inch color reader with sharp black text and long battery life for reading, but its slow screen makes it poor for video.
techradar.com
26/09/2023
Review · Color note-taking tablet
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is a color note-taking tablet that handles writing and sketching well, but ghosting and weight make it less comfortable for long reading.
the-gadgeteer.com
29/10/2023
Hands-on review · Work travel tablet
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is a compact color e-paper tablet for notes and marking up documents on the go, but it is weak on speakers and video.
ewritable.net
04/11/2024
Hardware review · Wacom pen tablet
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is a 7.8-inch pen tablet with Wacom support and Android, but it is heavy and its interface has a steep learning curve.
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pcmag.com
18/09/2023
Summary of the review
Onyx Boox Tab Mini C Review
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techradar.com
26/09/2023
Summary of the review
Onyx Boox Tab Mini C review: an ereader that’s colorful and compact, but expensive
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howtogeek.com
03/08/2023
Summary of the review
Boox Tab Mini C Review: Color E-Reader For Kindle Owners
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goodereader.com
16/07/2023
Summary of the review
Onyx Boox Tab Mini C – Kaleido 3 Color e-notebook and e-reader Review
james.cridland.net
14/08/2023
Personal review · Color e-ink tablet
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Tab Mini C has a responsive pen and Play Store access, but its dark, dotted screen and weight make it a poor e-reader.
pocket-lint.com
08/08/2023
Hands-on test · Color e-ink
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Tab Mini C works best as an e-reader and handwriting notepad with Play Store apps, not as a tablet replacement.
clubic.com
08/09/2023
Hands-on test · Color e-reader
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is the best color e-reader right now, with Android apps and quick page turns, but color detail and ghosting still hold it back.
M
macitynet.it
27/06/2023
Summary of the review
Boox Tab Mini C, the colour e-ink tablet becomes compact and powerful
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metropolisweb.it
15/11/2023
Hands-on test · Color e-ink
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is a compact color e-reader for comics and note-taking, but video is too slow and colors look muted.
hwupgrade.it
Not Dated
Hands-on test · Color e-ink
Verdict
The Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is a color e-reader that suits notes and comics, with Google Play and a paper-like pen, though it is heavy.

Third-party reviews

Based on 318 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Onyx Boox Tab Mini C

  • Vibrant 7.8-inch Kaleido 3 color E Ink display with 300 ppi for black-and-white content
  • Smooth performance and reduced ghosting thanks to Boox Super Refresh (BSR) technology
  • Full access to the Google Play Store, allowing for a wide range of third-party Android apps
  • Excellent writing and note-taking experience with the included Wacom-compatible stylus
  • Premium, robust build quality featuring a sleek metal chassis
  • Large 5,000mAh battery providing reliable multi-day use

What we don't like about Onyx Boox Tab Mini C

  • Noticeably darker screen compared to monochrome devices, often requiring the front light to be on
  • Muted and less saturated colors compared to traditional LCD or OLED tablets
  • Significantly heavier (approx. 310g) than typical e-readers of the same size
  • High price point that rivals some fully-featured tablets like the iPad mini
  • Low color resolution (150 ppi) can make images and small colored text appear soft or pixelated
  • Complex user interface with a steeper learning curve than dedicated e-readers like Kindle or Kobo

Verdict

The Onyx Boox Tab Mini C is a versatile 7.8-inch color e-reader featuring a Kaleido 3 e-paper display with a resolution of 300 ppi for black-and-white and 150 ppi for color content. Powered by a Qualcomm octa-core CPU, a dedicated GPU with Boox Super Refresh (BSR) technology, and 4GB of RAM, it runs on Android 11 with full Google Play Store access for third-party apps. Its main characteristics include a premium magnesium-aluminum alloy build, 64GB of internal storage, a large 5,000mAh battery, and Wacom EMR stylus support with 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity. The device's primary pros are its smooth refresh rates, vibrant color support for comics and notes, and highly portable form factor. However, notable cons include its relatively high weight of 310g, shorter battery life compared to monochrome e-readers due to the BSR technology, and a darker screen that often requires the front light for optimal visibility.

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