Amazon Kindle Kids 6" RS23CV vs Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13"
Amazon Kindle Kids 6" RS23CV 2024, 16GB, Ocean Explorer
Amazon
17 Overall Score
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Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
Microsoft
67 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Amazon Kindle Kids 6" RS23CV 2024, 16GB, Ocean Explorer
72 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews
The Kindle Kids is generally well-liked for its purpose as a reading device for children, with particular praise for its design, lightweight build, and the vast library access via a Kindle account. However, a common criticism is that the device can be somewhat slow and laggy, sometimes requiring restarts due to Wi-Fi connectivity issues. Overall, it's a great gift for young readers, especially when bundled with a fun cover and the parental controls.
Pros
- Great fit and color
- Lightweight design
- Vast library access via Kindle account
- Fun cover design
- Parental controls included
Cons
- Occasional lag and slowness
- Wi-Fi connectivity issues requiring restarts
Performance speed 3
Wi fi connectivity 2
Design and build 3
Library and content 2
Suitability as gift 3
Parental controls 1
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
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Scores
Student
Entertainment
Reading
Art Design
Productivity
Business
Specifications
| Amazon Kindle Kids 6" RS23CV | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | — | Core i5★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | — | 4★ |
| GPU | — | Integrated★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | — | 8 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR4X★ |
| Storage | 16 GB | 128 GB★ |
| Storage Type | — | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6" | 13" |
| Resolution | — | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | E-Paper | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.1★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stylus Model | — | Surface Slim Pen 2 |
| Fingerprint Reader | — | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | — | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.16 kg★ | 0.89 kg |
| OS | Kindle | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Amazon Kindle Kids 6" RS23CV 2024, 16GB, Ocean Explorer
- Strong portability (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong eye comfort (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reading battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average affordability (0th percentile)0th %ile
- Below average storage (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average feature (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average screen (30th percentile)
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong screen (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong sharpness (78th percentile)
- Below average reading battery (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
- Below average affordability (29th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13"
Scores 67 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 16 of 24 specs.