At first glance, this tablet is GORGEOUS. It's spacious, slim, lightweight, and definitely ideal for those on a budget looking to pursue art or upgrade from a graphics [screenless] tablet. It should be noted for those unfamiliar with tablets that is this a Pen Display, meaning it does not operate independently / doesn't have its own OS. It's an extra screen that displays what's on your computer's screen. Setup was VERY easy, the driver was available to download on Artisul's site and only took a couple minutes to install. The user manual is on the same page as the driver download button, which is very handy.
There's just the right amount of hotkeys. Left-handed artists may bump the dial while drawing, though it doesn't easily spin and shouldn't impact their experience. The pen itself is lightweight and battery-free which is a HUGE plus because having to recharge or swap out batteries is a needless nuisance. Pen buttons are very easy to press, though artists may accidentally push the left click button while drawing depending on their grip. There is no spring in the pen nib, it is fixed in place. The pen is VERY responsive to pressure and may feel a bit delicate because of this. Those that utilize light brushstrokes to get at those finer details will appreciate the sensitivity. You shouldn't find yourself worrying about accidentally carving into your tablet with the pen and scratching it.
Though the tablet itself has good colour range, I think the anti-glare film does mute the colours ever so slightly and gives your lines a slight blurry / soft look. It didn't impact my own drawing experience much, but those who are used to crisp, clear lines may be put off by this.
The tablet needs a USB port, HDMI port, and a power source. My laptop didn't have an HDMI port so I used an adapter. The split for the two USBs is VERY short. If your outlet is far from your workspace, you may need an extension cord. Buying a Full-Feature USB-C may be ideal. Speaking of the USB-C cable, If there is one big critique I do have: it's the absence of this Full-Feature Type-C cable anywhere in Artisul's catalog. It's mentioned in graphics both on Artisul's site and in the Amazon listing, but there is no listing for the cord on either site. While most tech-savvy individuals will know what they need right away and be able to just go out and get one, newbies may be left confused and wondering just what they're supposed to buy – especially for those artists wanting to connect this tablet to their phones. It'd be handy in the longrun to be able to buy one directly from Artisul.
I think this tablet is greatly priced for its size and functionality, and a fantastic option for those who want a Nice tablet but need to budget their spending.
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