XP-Pen
Artist 12 3rd Generation
A entry-level drawing tablet for PC and console players, leading with 11.9 in.
48/100
11.9 in
£190best price at Amazon
In stock at 1 retailer
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Why we rate it
- Scores 48/100
- Built for the job
- No tilt recognition
- No battery-free pen
Score profile
Scored against the drawing tablets classWhere the Artist 12 3rd Generation wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Active area and accuracy
Active area diagonal11.9 "
More specs
Resolution1080
Has displayYes
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowArtist 12 3rd Generation vs XP-PEN XP-PEN Artist 12 Pro
Artist 12 3rd GenerationXP-PEN Artist 12 Pro
| XP-PenArtist 12 3rd GenerationThis page | XP-PENXP-PEN Artist 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48 /100 | 48 /100 |
| Active area | 11.9 "Better | 11.6 " |
Who it's for
Is the Artist 12 3rd Generation 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 Artist 12 3rd Generation worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 48/100 against other drawing tablets, a entry-level result where the class average is around 56.
What stands out on the Artist 12 3rd Generation?
Its overall 48/100 rating against the rest of the drawing tablets class.
How does it compare to the Huion Kamvas 13?
The Huion Kamvas 13 scores 49/100 versus this one at 48/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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