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15.6" Drawing Tablet with Screen XPPen Artist 15.6 Pro Tilt Support Graphics Tablet Full-Laminated Red Dial (120% sRGB) Drawing Monitor Display 8192 Levels Pressure Sensitive & 8 Shortcut Keys
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Brand | XP-PEN |
Connectivity Technology | 3-in-1 cable |
Pressure Sensitivity | 8192 Levels |
Operating System | Windows 7 and above, Mac OS 10.10 or later, Linux, Chrome OS M88 or later |
Special Feature | Stylus |
About this item
- 【Outstanding Visuals】 the immersive 15.6 inch large screen with 1920x1080p full HD resolution presents your creation in the depth of detail, provides you with clarity to see every detail of your work.
- 【8 customized express keys】the Artist 15.6 Pro monitor features 8 fully customizable shortcut keys and puts more customization options at your fingertips to suit you preferred work style, allowing you to capture and express your ideas easier and faster for optimized workflow.
- 【Full-laminated Technology】XPPen Artist15.6 Pro art tablet is adopting full-laminated technology, seamlessly combines the glass and the screen, to create a distraction-free working environment that's also easy on the eyes.
- 【Advanced Pen Performance】With up to 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity, the PA2 Battery-free Stylus provides you with increased accuracy and enhanced performance to create the finest sketches and lines.
- 【Brilliant Color】The 15.6 inch full-laminated IPS Display pairs a superb color accuracy of 88% NTSC(120% sRGB ) with 178 degrees of visual angle and delivers rich colors, vivid images, and dazzling details in wider view.
- 【Sleek and smart designed】The XPPen Artist 15.6 Pro computer drawing tablet features a slim 11mm profile, and with an easily accessible smart screen-brightness button, you can easily adjust it to your preferred brightness for comfortable drawing.
- 【Red dial】The innovative Red Dial interface is designed for a smooth workflow and optimal efficiency. It fits comfortably in your hand and can be programmed to zoom in and out on your canvas and scroll up and down more easily and accurately.
- 【Wide Compatibility】XPPen Artist 15.6 Pro digital graphic screen is compatible with Windows 11/10/8/7(32/64bit), Mac OS X 10.10 or later, Chrome OS 88 (or later) and works with major graphics software like Photoshop, Painter, Illustrator, Clip Studio, and many more.
- 【Package included】XPPen Artist 15.6 pro Drawing Display, 1 x Battery-free Stylus, 8 x Replacement Nibs, 1 x Pen Holder, 1x Portable Stand, 1 x 3-in-1 Cable, 1x Extension Cord, 1 x Quick Guide, 1 x Drawing Glove, 1 x Cleaning Cloth.
- 【Online Teaching and Working】XPPen Artist 15.6 pro computer graphics tablet is designed for digital drawing, painting, sketching, E-signatures, online teaching, remote work, photo editing, it's compatible with Microsoft Office apps like Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, Zoom, Xsplit etc. Works perfect than a mouse, visually present your handwritten notes, signatures precisely.
- XP-PEN Artist15.6 Pro 15.6 Inch Drawing Pen Display Graphics Monitor & AC18 Multifunctional Metal StandThis bundle contains 2 items
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Easy to use | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 3.7 | 4.0 | 4.0 |
For beginners | 4.1 | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 |
Value for money | 4.4 | 4.3 | — | 3.8 | 4.4 | 4.4 |
Screen quality | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.4 | — |
Touch Screen | 3.8 | — | — | 3.7 | — | 4.0 |
Sold By | XP-PEN Technology | GAOMON US | XP-PEN Technology | XP-PEN Technology | XP-PEN Technology | HUION |
operating system | Windows 7 and above, Mac OS 10.10 or later, Linux, Chrome OS M88 or later | Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.12 or later | Windows 7 (or later), MacOS 10.10 (or later), Android (USB3.1 DP1.2), Chrome OS 88 (or later), Linux | Chrome OS 88 and above, Windows 7, Linux, MAC OS 10.10 or above, Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, Android OS | Online Education,Digital Drawing,Professional Design, Video Edition | Android 12 |
connectivity tech | 3-in-1 cable | USB, HDMI | HDMI | HDMI, USB | USB | WiFi 2.4G&5GHz |
pressure sensitivity | 8192 levels | 8192 levels | — | 8192 levels | 8192 levels | 4096 levels |
native resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1200 | 1920x1080 | — | 1920x1200 |
model name | — | GAOMON PD156PRO-C | — | — | Artist24 FHD | Kamvas Slate 10 |
weight | 1500 grams | 1.3 kilograms | — | — | 19 pounds | — |
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Product Dimensions | 17.44 x 11.02 x 0.51 inches |
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Item Weight | 3.31 pounds |
ASIN | B07M5X7MH1 |
Item model number | Artist 15.6 Pro |
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4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #52 in Computer Graphics Tablets |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | December 25, 2018 |
Manufacturer | XP-PEN |
Country of Origin | China |
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Customers like the graphics tablet for its superior drawing experience, ease of setup, appearance and value. They mention that the screen is awesome, the tablet looks good and is fantastic for the price. Customers are also satisfied with the size.
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Customers like the performance of the graphic tablet. They say it works fantastic overall, is both inexpensive and very good, and is very useful. Some mention the functionality of the drivers themselves are amazing, and that the tablet works great for signatures, quick notes, and quick sketches to pass.
"...The functionality of the drivers themselves are amazing, though...." Read more
"...It works perfectly with the Ergotron arm that can support over 25 pounds. This is important! If you want to mount it - this is a HEAVY monitor...." Read more
"After at least 2 years of use or so, I can say this tablet is pretty decent and very good for what it is...." Read more
"...The driver failed to open my display drivers to calibrate the monitor’s colors and position, but that didn’t stop me from opening it myself..." Read more
Customers find the ease of setup of the graphic tablet to be a positive aspect. They mention that different apps are easier of course and take little time, it is programmable, and easy to create and modify. They appreciate the ease to pick up and move around, and find the setup guides to be an invaluable resource for users.
"...Installation of the cables is easy, you can plug the entirety of the 3 cables (HDMI, USB for pen function and USB for power,) directly into your PC..." Read more
"...I'm not making money to pay my bills. The XP-PEN Artist24 is plug-and-play after you install the software...." Read more
"...-Software setup isn't too hard. You just gotta look at their website for any updates and stuff...." Read more
"...It took a little time to install the driver and go through the setup options...." Read more
Customers like the value of the graphic tablet. They say that it's worth the price, the screen size is worth the money, and the quality is great for the low price. They also appreciate the high-quality feel and the premium design.
"...This tablet has been an exceptional piece of tech for the price.Not even for the price!..." Read more
"...XP-PEN Artist24 because of the size, resolution, pressure sensitivity, price, and ability to mount it to an Ergotron monitor arm so that I could..." Read more
"...I honestly prefer this over Huion nowadays. The price is decent for what it is tbh...." Read more
"...It's great for the entry level person, but I'm sure pros would like this as well." Read more
Customers are happy with the appearance of the graphic tablet. They mention that the design and screen resolution are amazing. The display is a nice matte finish so there's no glare and the pen doesn't slip. It's a beautiful piece of hardware and works perfectly fine as a monitor.
"...The screen is beautiful, and actually has a higher NTSC color gamut (88%) compared to the similarly sized Wacom 16HD (72%)...." Read more
"...The image quality and resolution are excellent. No weird fuzzy pixels or color noise. (I read this was also a problem with the Cintiqs.)..." Read more
"...-The pen comes with a protective case which is pretty neat and protects your pen.-Software setup isn't too hard...." Read more
"...and the display is a nice matte finish so there's no glare and the pen doesn't slip around much...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the graphic tablet. They mention that the buttons are easy to use, the programmable buttons are great, and it comes with some cool buttons on the side. Customers also like that it has more than enough buttons to customize, and that the button feel is surprisingly soft.
"...I also really like the brightness control buttons. But again, I’m no pro.Drivers..." Read more
"...-I like the buttons and the scroll ring, I found myself using these a lot for shortcuts-The pen pressure is quite stellar actually...." Read more
"...And speaking of comfort, it comes with brightness buttons to turn up and down the brightness without sacrificing image quality -- my eyes have..." Read more
"...Customising the side buttons is super easy to do even on the fly, and you can set them per application...." Read more
Customers like the size of the graphic tablet. For example, they mention that it's satisfied with the size, the screen is a really good size, and it frees up a lot of desk space. The range for this size, it fits nicely on their desk while also not taking up too much space. Customers also appreciate the slim profile and the large display. They say that the pen fits nicely in their hand and that there are quick buttons on it.
"...The drawing space is large, but not too large. I still feel like I get a bit of a workout going from one side to the other but I have small arms...." Read more
"...There are a lot of cords, but they're well marked and they're a good length - not too long but not restrictively short...." Read more
"...that i got something in this price range for this size, it fits nicely on my desk (pictured below) while also not breaking the bank..." Read more
"...is very nice, colors are accurate and clear, and the work area doesn't feel too big or small...." Read more
Customers like the drawing on the graphic tablet. They say the surface is so nice it's like drawing on slick paper, the buttons are great, and it draws really well for at least 5 hours a day. The 2K resolution is just fine and allows you to paint very clearly. The pen is accurate and responsive, and the tablet is a pleasure to draw on. The screen real estate is helpful for capturing gestural sketching, and having a bunch of tools. Overall, this tablet is great for a variety of purposes, including painting, drawing, and sketching.
"...It might not be 4K but 2K is honestly just fine and allows you to paint very clearly...." Read more
"...I can work with it a lot faster and being able to draw on the tablet screen while having references or videos or a movie on my main computer screen..." Read more
"...tablet has proven to be a high-quality device that offers a superior drawing experience compared to traditional drawing pads...." Read more
"...My lines did not look as slick and I was having issues with weird tapers on my lines or the line or brush stroke extending farther than necessary...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the graphic tablet. Some mention it has a solid build, bright screen, and feels high quality and premium. However, others say that the drivers can be a little wonky at times, and the unit was defective. Some customers also mention that the nibs wear out within one month and the stylus feels a bit cheap.
"...The buttons and dial are responsive and solid, and the pen feels solid, though I would have liked the button near the pen tip to protrude like the..." Read more
"...- The pen experience is great. I've painted a few 10+ hour paintings now with this display and I've not had any issues...." Read more
"...the "cheap" feeling stand that it comes with, it all felt good, very sturdy and in fact it started to feel like a quality product...." Read more
"...response from XP-Pen, they explained to me that the XP-Pen driver cannot configure the display when it is duplicating my TV and only works when..." Read more
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Dial and Buttons
I don’t really miss the lack of touch on this display because of the dial and buttons. I think I may actually prefer the dial and buttons to touch because there’s no inadvertent touches. I’ve programmed the dial to both rotate and zoom in/out the canvas in both Sketchbook and CSP. One button switches between both functions (thanks to another reviewer for the pro tip!). Another button allows me to move the canvas with the pen while I hold it down (space bar). Even though reviewers say the Cintiq 16 has better line quality, I don’t want to give up the dial and buttons now, even if the price was the same. Being able to easily rotate the display allows me to physically draw better lines.
Line quality
I can’t really speak to how it compares to the Cintiq 16, but the Pro 15.6 is way better than the Pixelbook. With the Pixelbook, I had to turn on software assist to make an even line without any jitter. With this, I rarely do. Could it be better? Probably. But for my purposes I’m pretty happy. And I can still turn on software features if needed. I do find that if I zoom out to close the actual size of the canvas, I can make a good, smooth line without much software assistance. The drawing surface with the pre-applied screen protector is better than the Pixelbook’s glass. It does not feel like paper so probably not as good as the Cintiq 16.
Display
The 15.6 size is really a nice upgrade to the Pixelbook size wise (which is the same as the biggest iPad Pro). After some calibration, I was able to get the display to match my TV color pretty closely (I have the display hooked up to a PC that is also connected to my Sony TV). I also really like the brightness control buttons. But again, I’m no pro.
Drivers
Yes, the drivers are clunky and could be more refined, but they are functional. The driver failed to open my display drivers to calibrate the monitor’s colors and position, but that didn’t stop me from opening it myself (I have AMD Radeon display drivers) and calibrating the monitor’s colors. The driver also failed to calibrate the pen when it extended the display so I had to set it to duplicate my TV to calibrate the pen. Otherwise, I was able to program the dial and buttons for each application, although this could be more intuitive. I haven’t had the need to change the pressure curves or anything else in the driver.
***Update 5/13/2019: With the latest drivers on 5/13/2019, I can now calibrate the XP-Pen's display and rotation while the monitor is duplicating my TV. This makes it much easier as I no longer have to rely on a GPU driver or change to extend mode to calibrate the drawing monitor. I've found if I turn down all three colors, RGB, to 35 then the colors aren't as blown out and match better my TV.
***Update 3/30/2019: I've now added a discrete GPU, an Nvidia RTX 1660 TI, and discovered I could not calibrate the XP-Pen's color display separately from the Sony TV with the Nvidia control panel, so I used XP Pen's app while setting the displays to extend mode. This works fine, even after I switched the displays back to duplicating mode. After viewing some calibration images, I've also noticed that the XP-Pen's colors are more blown out than the Sony TV at the bright end of the spectrum. This is a little disappointing but for what I need the pen display for it's not a huge issue to me. But be aware that color may be washed out on the brighter side and might not be as good as what you are used to.
***Update 2/19/2019: after a quick response from XP-Pen, they explained to me that the XP-Pen driver cannot configure the display when it is duplicating my TV and only works when extending the TV display. However, since I can configure the color of the XP-Pen with the Radeon app for my GPU, this isn't an issue for me.
Stand
The stand doesn’t raise it high enough for me. Otherwise it works. At first I propped it higher with a heavy box under it, but that was clunky. Then I purchased the Parblo PR 100 stand and with this I have the display at about a 60 degree angle that works really well. Considering the Cintiq 16 doesn’t come with a proper stand either I’m not considering this a big minus.
In considering the alternatives currently on the market, I’m keeping the 15.6 Pro and am giving it a 5 star rating despite some issues because of the price. I see that XP-Pen has already updated the drivers once already so I hope that they will improve with time. Otherwise I’m pretty happy to continue to draw on it and to recommend it to other hobbyists who can put up with its issues. I’m really pulling for them to fill this niche in the market. Hope this was helpful!
The screen is very nice, colors look great, pen tracks precise and easy to setup and get running! Only downside is having to be attached to my laptop with cords, but that is a small negative when it increases my production 10 fold! Now I don't have to draw on paper (and start over if I make a mistake), scan in the image and then edit it to the proper format and dpi to make digital art. Can't wait to see what I can produce with this tablet! Nice thing about drawing digitally is if you make a mistake - you can instantly undo it and not have to start over with a clean sheet!
This tablet is worth it's price! I've been a graphic designer for 25 years and find this jewel to be a great asset to my design skills. Now that I am retired, I can draw whatever I want for myself and earn a nice passive income from it!
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2022
The screen is very nice, colors look great, pen tracks precise and easy to setup and get running! Only downside is having to be attached to my laptop with cords, but that is a small negative when it increases my production 10 fold! Now I don't have to draw on paper (and start over if I make a mistake), scan in the image and then edit it to the proper format and dpi to make digital art. Can't wait to see what I can produce with this tablet! Nice thing about drawing digitally is if you make a mistake - you can instantly undo it and not have to start over with a clean sheet!
This tablet is worth it's price! I've been a graphic designer for 25 years and find this jewel to be a great asset to my design skills. Now that I am retired, I can draw whatever I want for myself and earn a nice passive income from it!
This is going to be long.
First, I'm a freelance professional illustrator. I draw anime and manga style art and have been transitioning over the past 3 years to a more painterly style. I draw chibi, emotes for Twitch, and pin-up posters. I also illustrate my own manga. I spend over 40 hours per week drawing. I work in Clip Studio Paint EX. Vector lines and art that uses very large brushes is very important to my work. Color matching is important because most of my work is printed on charms, t-shirts, and paper and then sold. I stream my work on Twitch, so I also need a drawing monitor/tablet that enables me to be comfortable in one spot for a long time.
In the past, I have used a very small 5x5" Wacom Bamboo tablet, a 7x9" Samsung Note Tablet, an 8.5x11" Wacom Bamboo Create Tablet, an 11x17" Wacom Intuos Pro Tablet, a Surface Pro 6 tablet, and a Surface Pro 7 tablet - in that order over the past 15 years. The XP-PEN Artist24 is the first drawing monitor I have purchased. All the Wacom products were drawing surfaces, but you still needed a monitor. Since working on the Surface Pros, I have been using the TabMate by Clip Studio for quick tool access. It is amazing!
The issues I had with the Wacom products included the nibs wearing out within one month, buttons resetting after every update, the touch-zoom features triggering from my hand motions when I draw, loose cable connections at the port on the Intuos Pro and Bamboo Create, random instances where it would produce the oddest pen and brush strokes you've ever seen (I never found a remedy for this), and driver issues that sometimes resulted in me needing to reinstall the software. I did not care for the size of any of my Wacom tablets but the Intuos was my favorite of them. It had exceptionally high pressure and touch sensitivity and I loved that. I hated that I had to keep calibrating it but I was always told "it's Wacom. It's the best. So we just have to deal with that."
Why though?
I switched to the Surface Pro 6 after my ankle injury left me unable to sit at my desk for long hours. It enabled me to work from bed. I did not like the screen size but it enabled me to get work done. I got used to the Surface Pro 6 and, eventually, the 7 after I accidentally dropped my 6 on the tile floor and it shattered (even with the case on it...). The Surfaces both were difficult to capture for streaming on Twitch. I had to set up a crazy VLC local stream and then capture from my pc. This resulted in some very awkward camera angles, back pain, and discomfort because I could never set those tiny tablets up just right to work. The battery life was a significant issue. The touch and pressure sensitivity rivaled my Intuos, so I was happy with that. But I still had issues with random zooming but less of it. I used a different drawing pen than what came with the Surfaces. It enabled me to have more pressure sensitivity. If you're going the route of the Surface, I recommend buying a different pen, one that run smoothly across the screen, has long battery life, and can increase the sensitivity for you. The default pen is awful for drawing and very uncomfortable. This is when I started using the ClipStudio TabMate because I no longer had the buttons that Wacom tablets offered. I loved it more than the Wacom buttons! It was far more comfortable and I cannot look back. I love this thing and will take it to my grave. It was important for it to work with whatever new tablet or monitor set up I went to.
I decided to transition away from the Surface Pro 7 after I noticed a gradual quality loss over the past 4 months (I'd had it over a year and a half). My lines did not look as slick and I was having issues with weird tapers on my lines or the line or brush stroke extending farther than necessary. I tried a different pen but that didn't help. I tried a different program - that didn't help either. I was already frustrated with the screen size and awkward streaming experience so I started looking for something larger.
I decided that it was time to invest in a Wacom. I arrived at this decision not because of any research I'd done or any test drives but because "Wacom is the best". I almost purchased a Cintiq until I read a ton of negative reviews - more reviews than I could find of positive ones. Most of the positive reviews shared that same thought that "Wacom is the best so we deal with the inconveniences". But, in the time between when I had a Wacom and the day I went shopping, a lot had changed about the drawing monitor market and Wacom actually had serious competitors. Competitors charging far less for comparable products.
Most of the reviews I found online recommended either a Huion or the XP-PEN Artist24. I knew someone who had used a Huion and hated it, so I went with the XP-PEN Artist24 because of the size, resolution, pressure sensitivity, price, and ability to mount it to an Ergotron monitor arm so that I could draw more comfortably on stream. I did not care about the buttons (at first).
I have had the XP-PEN Artist24 for nearly three months now.
When I used its stand, it was absolutely perfect. The monitor did not budge when I drew on it. I could sit upright at my desk and I didn't have any more awkward camera angles on Twitch. No more weird VLC capture nonsense. Absolutely perfect for desk work and streaming.
It works perfectly with the Ergotron arm that can support over 25 pounds. This is important! If you want to mount it - this is a HEAVY monitor. Make sure you get an arm that can support it. And you will be tightening the joints of the arm frequently, so keep the tool in a desk drawer.
It's quiet. No loud fan sounds (like the Wacom reviews cited of the Cintiq).
No heat. I've yet to notice it getting hot - even during 14+ hour drawing sessions while I stream on Twitch. This is in stark contrast to the Surface Pros, which heated up after only an hour.
The drawing space is large, but not too large. I still feel like I get a bit of a workout going from one side to the other but I have small arms. I had been considering larger drawing monitors but I am glad I purchased this one. Anything larger would have been too big.
The image quality and resolution are excellent. No weird fuzzy pixels or color noise. (I read this was also a problem with the Cintiqs.) The monitor feels like it has less glare than my Surface Pros did. I'm enjoying looking at the monitor itself. Other monitors have made my eyes feel tired and, as an artist, blue light filter glasses and settings aren't preferable when doing work.
The pen. The box came with 2 pens (one as a bonus gift) and several nibs. I have a love-hate relationship with pen nibs. I always think the plastic ones are too thick and wear out too quickly (getting sharp and potentially ruining the tablet) and that the rubber ones are too slow. I used to use a felt nib with my Wacom Intuos because it felt like I was drawing on paper and wouldn't cut my tablet if it wore down quickly before I took a break. I had real issues with Wacom's plastic nibs wearing down too quickly. I used their rubber nibs for a while and those, too, had issues with wear. I'd wear them out in 1 - 2 weeks. I spent a lot on nibs with Wacom. I have not had that experience with the XP-PEN Artist24 pen. It requires no charging but you have to make sure that the cords are plugged in very snugly - especially if you use an ergonomic arm or are constantly readjusting the monitor. I pull and push and turn and swivel my monitor all day so the wire sometimes comes a little loose. It's not a big issue. I just need to get a longer cord and give it more slack. I do not like the buttons on the pen. They were awkward for me, positioned too close to where I put my thumb. I kept accidentally pressing them so I disabled this feature. That being said, if you like that sort of thing, they are very responsive and worked more easily than Wacom's and the Microsoft pens I've used. The pen feels nice to hold. I like it better than the Wacom pens in terms of weight, feel, and balance.
The buttons on either side are ok. I don't really use them. Again - I still have my ClipStudio Tabmate that I worship. If I were trying to use these buttons with how I have my monitor on the Ergotron arm, it would be very uncomfortable. Even if it were on my desk, the buttons would be awful to use. But that's because I'm used to relaxing with that Tabmate. LOL Maybe that's just the norm for drawing monitors, but I don't like it!
However, because the XP-PEN Artist24 does not have touch capabilities, I do have to use the left wheel to zoom in and out. Sometimes I zoom in too much but I think this is a Clip Studio EX problem and not the fault of the XP-PEN Artist24.
I did not realize that the XP-PEN Artist24 did not have touch capabilities. I rather like being able to move my canvas around with my fingers despite always having issues with the touch zoom randomly going off and making me angry. That being said, this monitor is so large that I can work well on my 11x17" prints without much movement. I maybe zoom in and out for a total of one hour a day and that's only when I'm working on touching up the finished art. Though I was originally upset about this and it almost made me send the monitor back, I'm glad I gave it a shot. This has been a blessing in disguise. If you're addicted to your touch zoom and touch features, in general, you'll be irritated that this doesn't have that. However, give it a shot - especially if you are used to working on smaller monitors.
Mounting it to the Ergotron arm was easy. The screws were a normal size, removed effortlessly, and the Ergotron fit perfectly against it. Have had zero issues. The Ergotron plus this monitor are gamechangers!
However, it is important to purchase the Ergotron arms that can support over 25 pounds. Don't try to push it just because the product weighs just under 25 pounds. Remember - you'll be pushing against it with your arm or resting your arm on it, adding to the weight. Err on the side of safety. You don't want to drop a bunch of money on an expensive drawing monitor only to have the arm fail because of the weight or the quality of the product.
Driver installation. I hate installing drivers. I hate it. I hate updating them. I hate dealing with adding monitors and installations. I just want plug-and-play. Every minute I spend doing stuff with drivers and having to troubleshoot my programs and equipment is time that I'm not making money to pay my bills.
The XP-PEN Artist24 is plug-and-play after you install the software. I have had zero issues with it after doing that. None. This is huge for me because I frequently had to fight with my Wacom tablets to get the drivers installed and working or I had to reinstall everything. I have had not a single issue like that with the XP-PEN Artist24. Very happy. No time wasted.
ClipStudio compatibility. If your PC is compatible with ClipStudio, the XP-PEN Artist24 will work beautifully. You'll get smooth vector lines too. The tilt functionality is a Godsend after working on the Surface Pros that don't have it. I can be far more expressive with my brush tools and I'm now producing significantly higher quality digital paints as a result. I love it. I've even given Paint Tool Sai a spin and I loved that too. I'm very impressed. The responsiveness in my art programs and the responsiveness with the brushes makes me super happy. For the first time in several years, I feel like my drawing monitor/tablet can keep up with me.
Pen point/circle and actual line on screen. Some people complain about the Surface Pros and how the dot that appears on the screen to indicate the pen's location is slightly off and can cause some accuracy issues. I can attest to this. I've had this issue for years on both the Pro 6 and Pro 7 tablets. I had this issue regardless of the program I was using or if I was just browsing the internet and using my pen for clicking. It's something I had to "get used to". The XP-PEN Artist24 does not do this. When you place your pen, it's where you think it is placed. And it keeps up! No more lagging lines, no more delayed inputs. Just make sure your PC has enough RAM to support your programs. I have 64 GB RAM, and Intel Core 7 processor, and... for the moment... no video card because of the market. That's an issue but it is not preventing me from creating stellar art with the XP-PEN Artist24.
The only issue I've had with the XP-PEN Artist24 is that I cannot seem to extend my monitors after I built my new PC. When I try to, I have issues with the pen recognition. I'm trying to work through this and I think it could be because I don't have a video card right now. So I have, basically, a single monitor but two screens and that's frustrating. What I need are 3 monitors with one being the XP-PEN Artist24. But I need to wait for the video card market to improve. After I get one, I'll update this review.
The cords. Cord management is great. The cords that came with the monitor were a bit short for my use so I have cable extenders and purchased longer cords. If you're using an arm or your PC is farther away from the monitor, I'd recommend getting some longer cables.
So far, I'm a very happy customer and am so glad that I went with the XP-PEN Artist24. It was a huge gamble for me during a time that I did not have a lot of money to invest because of COVID and how it has ruined my business. The XP-PEN Artist24 is worth every cent and should definitely be tried before considering purchasing anything more expensive - even if you are loyal to your brands like I can tend to be. I'm glad that I stopped making excuses for Wacom products and tried a competing brand. Very glad.
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To put cherry on the cake, I plugged into my Linux system and it started to work immediately! Gnome even pics up all the built-in buttons and dials and unlike *another brand that shall not be named here* does not need to be hacked, DYI'ed, or install sketchy binaries.
I have tested with several writing and with Krita, and all functions seem to work.
Indico a Amazon, pela variedade de produtos e qualidade na logistica
eu recomendo nota 5 estrelas
Reviewed in Mexico on September 27, 2023