Barnes & Noble Nook Glowlight 4 32GB/Black
Score: 73/100Onyx Go Series
Score: 77/100Rankings
The ONYX BOOX Go 6 delivers a crisp 300 ppi Carta Plus display and an 8-core processor with 2 GB RAM for smooth Android performance. Its lack of waterproofing and small 6-inch screen may limit extensive note-taking. Suited for users who need a powerful, ultra-portable ePaper device.
The Nook GlowLight 4 provides a crisp 300 ppi 6-inch display with Ambient GlowLight and 32 GB of storage, lasting about three weeks per charge. Its small size and lack of waterproofing may deter power users. It suits Barnes & Noble fans who want a compact, button-controlled e-reader.
| Attribute | | Onyx Go Series |
|---|---|---|
6 inchesbest | 6 inchesbest | |
504 hoursbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 146 gbest |
300 ppibest | 300 ppibest | |
32 GBbest | 32 GBbest | |
— | 2 GBbest | |
— | 1,500 mAhbest | |
— | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | Onyx Go Series |
|---|---|---|
Display(2) | ||
Panel Type | E Ink | E Ink Carta Plus |
Front Light Type | Ambient GlowLight | MOON Light 2 |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 7.6×121.9×157.5 mm mm | 5.4x0.25x6.1 inches mm |
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Professional reviewers praise the GlowLight 4 for its crisp 300 ppi display, advanced Ambient GlowLight with auto temperature adjustment, and the inclusion of physical page-turn buttons that improve ergonomics. They also note faster performance over previous models. However, they criticize the modest 6-inch screen for limiting on-screen content and describe the overall experience as underwhelming compared to larger, feature-rich competitors like the Kindle Paperwhite.
Everyday users consistently highlight the sharp display, even lighting, comfortable grip, long battery life, and fast Wi-Fi downloads as major strengths. Recurring complaints focus on the cramped 6-inch screen, which many feel makes the device feel outdated or too small for immersive reading, and the absence of waterproofing.
While no dedicated reviews of the Go 6 were found, analysts of the Go series emphasize its high-resolution 300 ppi screen, fluid Android 11 performance, and the versatility that Android apps bring, positioning it as a solid ultra-portable reader despite its modest hardware.
General consumer chatter praises the Go 6's portability, battery life, and ability to handle a wide range of ebook formats, but recurring remarks mention the limited RAM and small screen as constraints for heavy PDF work or note-taking.
“experience described as "meh"”
“better lights, auto temperature adjustment, speed improvements, and page-turn buttons as solid features”
