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BOOX Note Air5 C review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£480RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:10.3 inchesChipset:?

BOOX Note Air5 C Review: Compare 168 technical specifications, 30 expert and video reviews and 4 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

BOOX Note Air5 C
7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components

35%

6.6

Technical score

30%

8.2

List score

25%

8.4

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

▲Better than 73% of tablets
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

▲Better than 57%
6.6

Technical score

Technical score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 60% of models
Score components

22%

7.0

Performance

20%

6.8

Display

16%

6.9

Camera

14%

4.6

Battery

12%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

7.8

Software

5%

7.8

Design

3%

3.7

Audio

▲Better than 60%
8.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

8.8

Popularity

Grades by review (30)
20 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 10 estimated from the review. 10 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 86%
8.2

List score

List score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (4)
List score: in 4 of 136 lists (3%)
★Better than 96%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £480
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the BOOX Note Air5 C

Based on 20 · 11

Reviewers mostly praise the pen and low ghosting, but the keyboard divides opinion and many find it heavy and pricey.
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Technical Specifications of tablet BOOX Note Air5 C

Technical score
Technical score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 60% of models
Score components:

22%

7.0

Performance

20%

6.8

Display

16%

6.9

Camera

14%

4.6

Battery

12%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

7.8

Software

5%

7.8

Design

3%

3.7

Audio

6.6
Reviews score
8.4
List score
8.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

7.7
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 6 GB of RAM, which is more than 65% of tablets and equal to 7.1% of tablets.
Process node
?
Internal storage
64 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 64 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 17% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
?
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Screen resolution
?
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
?
Pixel density
300 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 300 ppi, which is higher than 92.3% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass, which is more durable than 45.4% of tablets and the same as 32.8% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 5 MP resolution, which is lower than 63.7% of tablets and equal to 26% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
?
Main camera aperture
?
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
3,700 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 3,700 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 91.2% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 10 W, which is slower than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 33.3% of tablets.
Battery life
?
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% of tablets offer this.
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LTE support
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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Operating system
?
Update support duration
?
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
?
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
?
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

BOOX Note Air5 C vs the average tablet

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  • 35.7% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (300 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    300 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • 20.0% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 86% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (30)
    20 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 10 estimated from the review. 10 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.4 vs 7.0
  • 2 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (6 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 4 GB
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.5% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 0.2 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (10.3 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    10.3 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 20.0% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 86% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (30)
    20 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 10 estimated from the review. 10 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.4 vs 7.0
  • 2 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (6 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 4 GB
  • 35.7% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (300 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    300 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 0.2 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (10.3 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    10.3 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.5% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 43.9% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (3,700 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    3,700 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 3 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • Older Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has an older Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • 44.4% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • 84.6% more expensive
    BOOX Note Air5 C is more expensive than the average tablet (£480 vs £260).
    £480 vs £260
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 3 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • 43.9% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (3,700 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    3,700 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 44.4% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • Older Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has an older Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.

Video reviews

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

8.0
ShortCircuit
≈ estimated
25/07/2026
Hands-on review · display, stylus, handwriting and speaker tests
Verdict
BOOX Note Air5 C is expensive and slow to start, but a good fit for readers wanting e-ink with Android apps.
9.0
Testa Do in English
≈ estimated
31/01/2026
Hands-on review · smooth mode and software tests
Verdict
BOOX Note Air5 C is worth it thanks to its new smooth mode, especially for reading newspapers and websites.
8.0
Kit Betts-Masters
≈ estimated
28/12/2025
Hands-on review · ghosting test and keyboard case
Verdict
BOOX Note Air5 C removes ghosting well and has a useful keyboard case, though upgrading mainly makes sense with the case.
7.0
Kit Betts-Masters
≈ estimated
25/11/2025
Hands-on review · keyboard case and typing tests
Verdict
BOOX Note Air5 C's keyboard case is useful for quick edits and emails, but not comfortable for long typing sessions.
9.0
Teoh on Tech
≈ estimated
21/11/2025
Hands-on review · display, pen, drawing and PDF tests
Verdict
BOOX Note Air5 C is well built and attractive, a solid pick for first-time e-ink buyers, though not an upgrade.
Overview video
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
26/02/2026
Hands-on review · Colour e-ink tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C is a solid, well-built colour e-notebook with a new Android 15 base, but it feels like an update rather than a new device.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
≈ estimated
06/07/2026
Hands-on test · Large colour reader
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C is one of the best large colour readers for comics and PDFs, but its weak processor and heavy body make it a poor tablet replacement.
9.0
zdnet.com
≈ estimated
11/02/2026
Daily use test · Note-taking tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C is a strong pick for planners and note-takers, with a paper-like pen and layers, though its AI features are still basic.
9.0
ewritable.net
≈ estimated
21/10/2025
Hands-on review · Colour e-ink tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C is a versatile e-ink tablet with strong hardware, but its interface takes time to learn and it's a small step up.
8.0
appleinsider.com
✓ explicit
22/12/2025
Hands-on review · Writing e-ink tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C is a writing-focused e-ink tablet that feels like paper, but its weight and modest speed keep it from replacing an iPad.
9.0
the-gadgeteer.com
≈ estimated
11/01/2026
Hands-on review · Colour ePaper tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C is a bright, sunlight-friendly colour ePaper tablet with wide format support, though its speakers and microphone are weak.
9.0
creativebloq.com
✓ explicit
13/01/2026
Hands-on review · PDF e-ink tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C is a strong PDF annotation and note-taking tablet, but its muted colours and weight make it unsuited to illustration or bedtime reading.
10
androidcentral.com
✓ explicit
15/02/2026
Hands-on review · Android e-paper tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C is an excellent Android e-paper tablet, but with the same hardware as its predecessor, it's mainly a software and stylus upgrade.
8.0
parkablogs.com
≈ estimated
Not Dated
Hands-on review · Colour e-ink tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C suits PDF, comic and magazine readers who want colour, though its darker screen usually needs the front light.
8.0
parkablogs.com
≈ estimated
Not Dated
Hands-on review · Colour e-ink tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C suits PDF readers and comic fans, though its colour is limited and the small keyboard cover is best for occasional typing.
8.2
basic-tutorials.com
✓ explicit
18/07/2026
Hands-on review · Build and performance
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C is a sturdy, sharp colour e-ink tablet with faster performance than its predecessor, but it isn't built for games.
8.0
guterfund.de
≈ estimated
01/12/2025
Review · PDF and note tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C is a strong tablet for documents and PDFs with a great writing feel, but its pen holder keeps hitting the volume buttons.
8.2
basic-tutorials.de
✓ explicit
18/07/2026
Product test · Colour e-ink tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C is a faster upgrade over the Air3 C for reading, writing and drawing, but it's not suited to demanding games.
9.0
gadget-rausch.de
≈ estimated
21/09/2025
Hands-on test · E-paper tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C suits writing and reading with Android apps, but battery life is average once you use colour or high brightness.
7.0
dadslife.de
✓ explicit
Not Dated
Product review · E-reader with pen
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C suits marking up PDFs and taking notes, but it's too heavy for casual e-book reading and has software problems.
8.0
vonguru.fr
≈ estimated
15/04/2026
Product test · E-ink note tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C is a strong note-taking and reading tablet, but Air3 C owners will see only a small upgrade.
7.0
teknofilo.com
≈ estimated
31/12/2025
Full review · E-ink pen tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C suits reading and handwritten notes, and its keyboard case helps with emails, but browsing is sluggish and video looks poor.
8.5
evosmart.it
✓ explicit
31/01/2026
Product review · Colour e-ink tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C suits note-taking and reading on a colour e-ink screen, and runs any Android app, but switching apps is slower than on LCD tablets.
9.0
ereaderwijzer.nl
✓ explicit
18/02/2026
Product review · Note-taking e-ink tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C is a note-taking and productivity tablet, but for reading books alone it is too pricey and complex.
9.0
coolesuggesties.nl
✓ explicit
07/01/2026
Hands-on review · E-ink note tablet
Verdict
The BOOX Note Air5 C is a brighter e-ink upgrade for reading and note-taking, but it's not built for films or games.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about BOOX Note Air5 C

  • A 300 ppi screen keeps small print crisp.
  • 10.3 inches gives a large page for reading and marking up.
  • Split-screen mode puts two documents side by side.
  • 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage handle notes and files.
  • Direct OS updates come from the maker.
  • The USB-C port takes a common charging cable.

What customers don't like about BOOX Note Air5 C

  • The 3700 mAh battery is small, so long days need a charger nearby.
  • Charging runs at 10 W, and there is no fast charging.
  • There is no 3.5 mm headphone jack, so wired earphones need an adapter.
  • No LTE or 5G means it depends on Wi-Fi.
  • Bluetooth 4.0 is an older standard.

Verdict

Large pages and sharp text are the main reasons to look at the BOOX Note Air5 C. Its 10.3-inch screen at 300 ppi keeps small print easy to read. The 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage are enough for notes, books and documents. Split-screen mode lets you read a file next to your notes. The main trade-off is the battery: 3700 mAh is small for a tablet this size, and charging runs at 10 W with no fast charging. There is also no 3.5 mm headphone jack, so wired earphones need an adapter. With no LTE or 5G, it works over Wi-Fi only. This one suits a student or office worker who reads and marks up documents at a desk and wants a big, clear page.

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