XP Pen Artist 15.6 Pro – Full Review

The XP Pen Artist 15.6 Pro is the best drawing tablet, also known as the budget display tablet among Drawing and art tablets. This tablet is a budget-friendly tablet with premium features and a unique design for all looking for a good display. So, in this article, I will review the XP Pen Artist 15.6 Pro and cover everything about this tablet’s specifications, features, and how it can be compared to other tablets in this Price range. 

The XP Pen Artist 15.6 Pro has a dedicated display specially designed for artists. This means that your experience in designing this tablet will be good. Same as I’ll cover some of the features and characteristics most people are unaware of.

This tablet comes with a lot of unique features compared to other tablets. Here I am sharing the tablet specifications with you but don’t just look at the tablet specifications because I have reviewed each specification in detail to help you decide whether this tablet is suitable for you.

Design and Build Quality

Let’s talk about the design. All the buttons and shortcuts are on the left side of the tablet. The working area is on the right side. On the right edge, there is a USB-C port with a Power switch button and screen brightness controller.

It has a 15.6 inches screen size with 1920 x 1080 display resolution. The display is fully laminated. Here laminated screen means there is a space between the glass and the display. The tablet is lightweight, and you can easily carry it and work on your lap.

Display Resolution

The display of the XP-Pen Artist Pro 15.6 stands out on this device. It has 1920 x 1080p. The display is fully laminated and shows accurate colors. The view angle of this tablet is also suitable, as there will be no color shift at steep angles. The display responds to your Stylus as fast as it performs while using a pen or a brush. Overall, this is not the only tablet when it comes to displaying but good when talking about the budget.

Connectivity

This tablet is compatible with almost all operating systems. Here are a few operating systems which are compatible with XP-Pen Artist Pro 15.6.

• Windows 7, 8 and 10
• Mac OS 
• Linux
• Chrome OS 

Also, it is also compatible with the latest apps or software like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Clip studio, and painter. You can scratch the surface to see what this tablet can work with. 

When it comes to connectivity, the tablet has a few negative points. There are no standard cable options, but octopus cable connects with a proprietary port available on the Right side.

The cable ends have 3 HDMI and 2 USB type-A cables; one is black, and the other is red. One con of this octopus cable is “If any single cable gets damaged, then the entire cable will need to be replaced. The cable can be bought as it’s not too much expensive, but still, it’s a bit frustrating.

Ease of Use

The process of getting started with the XP Pen Artist 15.6 Pro is very simple and easy. You just need to connect it to your PC; then, you must download or update the drivers. When you turn it on for the first time, it will take 30 or 60 seconds to power on. Also, if you want to get the full functionalities on the device, then you have to go on their official website to download the latest version features.

The buttons on this tablet are fully customizable. You can use them to go to any section quickly. You can also use them to go to any art software suite, change the type of Stylus, change canvas layers, and anything. It’s really easy and time-saving. 

There is a Red Dial which you can use for additional functionalities. This enables you to zoom in and out so you can work more accurately. If you pair this with the shortcut buttons, you can use this as a scroll bar to go at the end or start.

Stylus

The Stylus of XP Pen Artist 15.6 Pro has an 8192 pressure sensitivity level. It also has a ±60 degree title, making this tablet a budgeted device that supports tilt. The tilt works appropriately, as it can also pass the straight line test at slow and very fast speeds.

There are 2 buttons on the Stylus. Same as tablet buttons, you can assign different shortcuts to the buttons on the Stylus. The quality of the buttons is excellent, and they produce a sharp sound when pressed. It feels very balanced while working on the Stylus. Additionally, soft rubbery material is placed on the Stylus, which helps your hand grip better. Overall, you can use the Stylus for long hours without any issues like fatigue.

Conclusion

So, I have reviewed the XP Pen Artist 15.6 Pro in detail. Undoubtedly, this tablet has some functions and features that some expensive tablets provide. The build quality and design experience is good. The stylus is very reliable and draws good strokes and straight lines. The display is also good as it’s fully laminated. Overall, the features in the tablet, including shortcut keys, rolling wheel, and others, are good in this budget. The tablet has 4.6 out of 5 Stars on Amazon. I have reviewed the tablet, which has 15.6 inches screen size, but five options are available with different screen sizes. You can choose the screen size according to your usage. 

Overall, the XP Pen Artist 15.6 Pro is the best tablet for all beginners looking for an affordable one. You can comment on your query if you still need clarification and want suggestions about which tablet you should buy under a specific budget. I will respond to your question. Thank you.