XP-PEN
XP-PEN Artist 16 2nd Gen
A entry-level pick in the drawing tablets line-up, with 15.4 in up front.
51/100
15.4 inPen Display
£205best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Tilt recognition
- Battery-free pen
- Windows
- No wireless
- Below-average pressure levels
Score profile
Scored against the drawing tablets classWhere the XP-PEN Artist 16 2nd Gen wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Type and display
TypePen Display
Screen size16 "
Pen
Pressure levels8192
Tilt recognitionYes
Battery-free penYes
Active area and accuracy
Active area diagonal15.4 "
Controls
Programmable keys9
Compatibility
WindowsYes
macOSYes
AndroidYes
ChromeOSYes
More specs
Resolution1920
Has displayYes
Pen pressure levels8192
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowXP-PEN Artist 16 2nd Gen vs Wacom Wacom Cintiq Pro 17
XP-PEN Artist 16 2nd GenWacom Cintiq Pro 17
| XP-PENXP-PEN Artist 16 2nd GenThis page | WacomWacom Cintiq Pro 17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51 /100Better | 50 /100 |
| Active area | 15.4 " | 17.3 "Better |
| Pressure levels | 8192 | 8192 |
| Type | Pen Display | Drawing Tablet with Screen |
| Report rate | — | 120 Hz |
Who it's for
Is the XP-PEN Artist 16 2nd Gen 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 wireless, 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 XP-PEN Artist 16 2nd Gen worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 51/100 against other drawing tablets, a entry-level result where the class average is around 56.
What stands out on the XP-PEN Artist 16 2nd Gen?
Its tilt recognition stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Wacom Intuos Pro Small?
The Wacom Intuos Pro Small scores 52/100 versus this one at 51/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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