Amazon Kindle Scribe (3rd Generation)

Amazon Kindle Scribe (3rd Generation)
Display System
11-inch Paperwhite display technology with built-in light
300 ppi, optimised font technology, 16-level grey scale
Premium Pen
Battery-free pen with magnetic attachment
Dedicated eraser and customisable shortcut button listed
Storage Options
32 GB (23 GB available) or 64 GB (52 GB available)
On-device storage values are listed per source records
Battery Profile
Up to 12 weeks of reading and up to 3 weeks of writing
Less than 3 hours with 20W USB-C power adapter
Connectivity and Formats
Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz with WEP/WPA/WPA2/WPA3 support
Native Kindle/PDF/TXT and conversion support for DOCX, EPUB, image formats, and Audible (AAX)
Reading and Accessibility Features
Active Canvas, notebook search, summary and handwriting refinement tools are listed
VoiceView, Assistive Reader, and OpenDyslexic support are listed
Model and Product Details
- Brand / Product: Amazon Kindle Scribe (3rd Generation)
- Amazon ASINs listed: B0CZ9VFQ2P / B0CZB73S5L
- Generation: Kindle Scribe (3rd Generation)
- Release date (listed): December 10, 2025 (USA)
- Available colour: Graphite
- In-box pen: Premium Pen
| Launch Price (MSRP, listed) | Configuration |
|---|---|
| $429.99 USD | Entry-level (No Front Light), 16GB |
| $499.99 USD | Standard (with Front Light), 32GB |
| $549.99 USD | Standard (with Front Light), 64GB |
| $629.99 USD | Colorsoft Edition, 32GB |
| $679.99 USD | Colorsoft Edition, 64GB |
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 11-inch Paperwhite display technology, built-in light, 300 ppi, optimised font technology, 16-level grey scale |
| Size (Device) | 7.4 in x 9.6 in x 0.21 in (189 x 245 x 5.4 mm excluding feet) |
| Size (Premium Pen) | 6.1 in x 0.35 in (155 x 8.8 mm) |
| Weight (Device) | 14.1 oz (400 g) |
| Weight (Premium Pen) | 0.6 oz (17 g) |
| On-device storage | 32 GB (23 GB available) or 64 GB (52 GB available) |
| Wi-Fi connectivity | 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz; supports WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3 (password/WPS); no ad-hoc support |
| Content formats (Native) | Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC |
| Content formats (Conversion) | PDF, DOCX, DOC, HTML, EPUB, TXT, RTF, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP; Audible (AAX) |
| Battery life (Reading) | Up to 12 weeks (based on 0.5 hr/day, wireless off, light at 13) |
| Battery life (Writing) | Up to 3 weeks (based on 0.5 hr/day, wireless off, light at 13) |
| Charge time | Less than 3 hours with 20W USB-C power adapter |
| Charging/Data port | USB-C |
| Microphone | Built-in microphone |
| Available colours | Graphite |
Connectivity and Requirements
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Wireless | Built-in Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz |
| Wi-Fi security | WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3 (password/WPS); ad-hoc not supported |
| Bluetooth audio | VoiceView over Bluetooth is listed |
| Cloud integration | Import from Google Drive and Microsoft OneDrive; export to Microsoft OneNote |
| Basic requirements | Amazon account, internet connection (Wi-Fi name and password), and charger for outlet charging (sold separately) |
Display and Reading Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Writing surface | Glare-free display with front light and textured surface for writing |
| Active Canvas | Supports handwritten notes within books and Word docs with text reflow |
| AI notebook tools listed | Search handwritten notes, generate summaries, refine handwriting, ask questions about notes |
| Redesign notes | Home and workspace redesign for notebook, book, and document organisation |
| Security and accessibility | Data encryption, secure passcode/PIN, VoiceView, Assistive Reader, OpenDyslexic support |
Dimensions and Pen Specs
Device dimensions and weight
- Size: 7.4 in x 9.6 in x 0.21 in (189 x 245 x 5.4 mm excluding feet)
- Weight: 14.1 oz (400 g)
Premium Pen specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Size | 6.1 in x 0.35 in (155 x 8.8 mm) |
| Weight | 0.6 oz (17 g) |
| Components | Top eraser and shortcut button |
| Pen battery | No charging required (battery-free) |
Materials and sustainability
- Made from 11% recycled materials.
- Battery made from 100% recycled cobalt.
- 98% of device packaging uses wood fibre-based materials from responsibly managed forests or recycled sources.
In the Box
- Kindle Scribe
- Premium Pen
- USB-C charging cable
- Replacement tips
Amazon Kindle Scribe (3rd Generation) - Summary
Amazon Kindle Scribe (3rd Generation) lists an 11-inch Paperwhite display at 300 ppi, device size 7.4 x 9.6 x 0.21 inches (189 x 245 x 5.4 mm), device weight 14.1 oz (400 g), Premium Pen size 6.1 x 0.35 inches (155 x 8.8 mm), 32 GB or 64 GB storage options, Wi-Fi 2.4/5.0 GHz support, and battery estimates up to 12 weeks for reading or up to 3 weeks for writing.
| Launch Price (MSRP): | Current Market Price: |
|---|---|
| US$429.99 |