Wacom

Cintiq 13HD

A entry-level drawing tablet for PC and console players, leading with Drawing Tablets.

50/100
Mixed bag
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Why we rate it

  • Scores 50/100
  • Compared on the spec sheet
  • No tilt recognition
  • No battery-free pen
Score profile

Where the Cintiq 13HD wins and loses

Scored against the drawing tablets class
OverallValueFuture-proo…505045
Overall spec score
50
Value position
50
Future-proofing
45
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

More specs

Pen pressure levels2048

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Head to head

Cintiq 13HD vs Wacom Wacom Cintiq Pro 27 with Stand

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Who it's for

Is the Cintiq 13HD right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable drawing tablet for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need tilt recognition, in which case a higher-tier drawing tablet is the better call.

Competitive player
Cares about latency, precision and feel.
okay
Everyday user
Work and play, wants a reliable all-rounder.
good
Budget buyer
Wants solid basics without overspending.
excellent
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Cintiq 13HD worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other drawing tablets, a entry-level result where the class average is around 56.

What stands out on the Cintiq 13HD?

Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the drawing tablets class.

How does it compare to the Artist Pro 16TP?

The Artist Pro 16TP scores 51/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.