XP-Pen Artist 13 (2nd gen) review

[@Helvetica09]

I am so used to using procreate on my ipad that I have a lot of trouble transitioning to a non-screen drawing tablet with my pc especially with my second vertical monitor. I got an ad on Instagram for these and I am very intrigued to get one.

[@TheCongressman1]

I've been using procreate for years. I'm interested in getting a pen display, but I think using touch gestures as part of my workflow is way too engrained.

[@rebelgonebad]

This looks a solid buy; it’s good to see companies pushing the envelope and developing real competition to Wacom. The only issue I have is the screen protector. Are these just a film put on, which needs replacing down the line, or are they permanently bonded? I always worry about scratches! Thanks for the great reviews too, easily my go to for tech.

[@teohontech7141]

The screen protector can be replaced. Replacing a huge screen protector is not easy though

[@TheRealAnimatorNamedMatthew]

Ordering this or the Wacom One tomorrow!! I haven't quite decided yet. Great Review! it was very helpful!!!

[@dpsyn5042]

i've always watch your reviews and based on your artist 12 2nd gens review, i just got my artist 13 a week ago, and it feels like a real upgrade from a pen tablet i've used before, a couple of things i noticed was: with my laptop (windows) there's no color calibration option, but after used other (better laptop, windows) there is a display cal. option, so it works good on my non-hd and low specs laptop,, but i dont think there's pen calibration option (but the pen works perfectly), havent find any issues with this tablet, im glad there's a sale on xp pen web otherwise the price is a bit out of my price range, thanks for your recommendation teoh 👍👍👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@teohontech7141]

The colour calibration option should be hidden in the driver at 12:08 But if it's not there, that's strange.

[@dpsyn5042]

a little too late update from me, fortunately, the color n pen calibration mode is available with better laptop. my old laptop is running out of breath apparently 😅

[@jamielynmangubat2425]

I bought it online here in the Philippines. Hopefully, it'll be delivered soon. I can't wait to use it. I selected the Pink variant. My brother took the Black variant. I really think the 13 inch size of the screen is the most suitable and convenient. Having a larger screen can take a lot of space already. I also bought the stand, pen holder and usb-c cable. It would be nice tho if in their next release those things are already included. But I'm satisfied with the things I bought from XP Pen. Hopefully, it'll help me and my brother, go back to digital art. Its been so long since we did digital painting. Thanks for this review. I had a visual on what I can do with my purchase. I've been looking for a lot of reviews in this particular size but there are a few. Again, thanks for this upload.

[@boganx1291]

Hey how is the tab. I'm also thinking to buy same as you

[@visualskills6656]

How is the wobble?

[@jamielynmangubat2425]

@@boganx1291 sorry for replying late. I wanted to experience it first before giving my impressions. So far the pen display is very responsive. I have no trouble in setting it up since I read the manual first. I'm still a beginner in digital art so this is only the things I can share to you.

[@cuffinosanjuan]

do you still need a laptop or computer to make it work?

[@jamielynmangubat2425]

@@cuffinosanjuan yes it should be connected to a computer or laptop. Its not like a tablet. Its a pen display.

[@vin4216]

This review made up my mind. That's it. This the one I'm going to get.

[@PatriciaSoon]

very detail review, thank you :)) i just wondered if this can use with android phone like (huawei mate20)

[@Khush.Man.Creates]

Hello, where is the link for the stand. I would like to buy one. Thanks!

[@blendering3D]

would you make a comparison between this pen display and the Ugee U1200 pen display?? I just came here from the other review and was wondering which one would you most recommend... Great review videos, keep up the good work man!

[@teohontech7141]

XP-Pen is actually under Ugee company. The quality is quite similar. They also use the same driver. Generally speaking, I recommend getting a pen display that's at least 13 inches or larger if you have the budget.

[@HyperSleepyFox]

i have dificulties in selecting which is the best for me. its 2023, can i get Xp-pen 15.6 Pro? i like the roller button. or should i get the 2nd gen. series.. + XPPen Shortcut Remote Express Keys Keyboard ?

[@Memee99]

‏Your channel is very helpful, thank you! ‏I’m confused between the Artist Pro 13.3 and Artist 13 (Gen 2). ‏Both are great, but the quality is different. ‏Could you tell me which one is better for beginners?

[@teohontech7141]

I've reviewed too many to remember all the good and bad You can compare the pros and cons from my text review www.parkablogs.com/content/review-xp-pen-artist-133-pro-pen-display www.parkablogs.com/content/review-xp-pen-artist-13-2nd-gen

[@lili-jv2js]

Thank you for this! Very insightful

[@TheBlackCrayon77]

I'm transitioning into digital art...I'm mostly a real world artist, acrylic, watercolor, and inks. I have zero experience with drawing tablets but would like to have one for my quick designs. Would you recommend this for a good first drawing tablet?

[@teohontech7141]

It's a good one. But this has to connect to a computer

[@inechan5938]

I am actually considering to buy either XP-Pen Artist 13 (2nd gen) or Artist 12 pro. Considering my budget, which is better between those two? Also do they support leftie function?

[@teohontech7141]

I recommend 13-inch or larger if you have the budget. They both support left handers

[@inechan5938]

@@teohontech7141 thank you for the reply. But according to the specs, is XP-Pen 13(2nd) superior?

[@teohontech7141]

@@inechan5938 2nd gen is better

[@DigiStory23]

do you have a settings for the color callibration on this specific tablet? i cant find any forums, community, or web that talk about this, im also too broke to buy any color callibrator and my moniotr color is inacurate too

[@ephpro9653]

I eventually get myself a 13 Gen 2, was so excited to unbox it, but when I see a small air bubble in the protection film, and yes, I already peeled off the first layer of the film, and the bubble still there. My OCD trigged so badly...

[@denvernaicker8250]

I was looking for the link for the tablet stand in the description box but could not find it, please could you mention the name of the tablet stand?

[@Cedric00789]

It's probably the parblo pr 100 stand

[@Tej0070]

Hi Teoh new subscriber here, I watch your review on wacom one 13.3 1st gen and xp-pen 13 2nd gen. and im planning to buy between of them and i want to ask you what should I buy and which is better in terms of performance and lifespan of the product. happy new year, btw :)

[@teohontech7141]

I recommend the xppen. More features, reasonable price.

[@randy5613]

Can you give me the callibration settings for accurate color? Thank you

[@poppytempest]

Hello, I just bought my xp pen 13 2nd gen. And I'm considering buying a travel bag for it but I'm not sure what to get 😓

[@teohontech7141]

Get those sleeves or whatever made for the 13 inch Macbook Air. There are many options.

[@poppytempest]

@@teohontech7141 Thank you so much! 😀

[@zachdeguzman6097]

why cant i use the type C to USB so I can use the on screen display feature of XP-Pen artist 13 2nd gen? My type C can fit the full feature USB c port it says no signal on the xp-pen screen

[@teohontech7141]

You computer must be able to output video from USB C. USB A does not output video

[@tasneemmarghani8287]

Huion Kamvas RDS-160 review please

[@TboneMoviez]

Thanks

[@teohontech7141]

13 if you have the extra budget

[@snowbefii5166]

What is the pen model compatible with this model tablet? I lost my pen 😢

[@teohontech7141]

X3 Elite pen. You can buy replacement from XPPen

[@tehnininess]

How does this compare to kamvas 13? I'm trying to get my first graphic display, and those two are the ones that I've settled on

[@chiefd13]

stay away from kamvas 13. go with artist 13

[@tehnininess]

@@chiefd13 I have ordered artist 13! Though I would like to know why you have such strong words for kamvas 13?

[@chiefd13]

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[@chiefd13]

@@tehnininess hello, an update for my artist 13. I'm returning it because it has wobbly lines on every app. hopefully I'll be getting huion kamvas 13 once xp-pen refunds me.

[@tehnininess]

@@chiefd13 Sorry to hear that! I just saw your comment. I haven't had the chance to use mine as much as I would have liked (made no lineart yet), but I am happy with how it works. I struggled a bit with color calibration and the activation pressure, but the device otherwise is not too different than the wacom i normally use. Hope huion is a better experience for you!

[@braillejs]

What is your opinion between XP-Pen 13 (2nd Gen) and the Huion Kamvas 12 or 13?

[@teohontech7141]

XP Pen has slight diagonal jitter. Check out the line tests from my text reviews www.parkablogs.com/content/list-of-tech-products-reviewed

[@blikblik5713]

Is still worth it to buy in 2024?

[@teohontech7141]

It’s good

[@ser_babych]

Dear friend. Take a look around. You are good. So trim. Tell me, be kind, as you see: rather, take the version 13 chi 12? (I can’t buy 16, I don’t want it, even if the display is expanded, it will be very crushed, and you need to look at the tablet screen closer, lower to the PC monitor). So I want a smaller one. But I think which one is better: 13 inches or 12? You scribbled on them both. What do you say? Thank you for helping me...

[@teohontech7141]

Go with 13 if you can. That’s the minimum size I recommend if you are going to work on it often

[@ser_babych]

@@teohontech7141 thanks for your help 🎷🎷🎷

[@ser_babych]

Dear friend. You don't know what to do if after buying artist 2nd gen 13 my brushes in photoshop behave strangely. Some oil, texture brushes paint like watercolor (transparent). They only start to run thick if I set the softness slider to the STRONGEST softness in the driver program. But at the same time, other brushes cannot work well with such a power of softness. Rearranged photoshop three times. To be honest, the driver behaves unstable... I have Windows 11. I would be very grateful if you could tell me how to proceed. I tend to think that the old brush settings on my previous device don't work with the new tablet...

[@teohontech7141]

Test with other software first to see if it's a problem specific to Photoshop. Test with Medibang Paint Pro, Clip Studio Paint (trial). Or you can reset Photoshop settings (Press Ctrl+Alt+Shift immediately after launching Photoshop).

[@ser_babych]

@@teohontech7141 thanks for your answer

[@skykashi]

​@@ser_babychany updates, I'm about to buy the same tablet so I would appreciate the feedback before I get it

[@JustAWanderer406]

What is your macbook model? I have Macbook Air M1. Can it supply power for this XP-Pen using only 1 usb-c cable?

[@teohontech7141]

That's M1 Macbook Air

[@JustAWanderer406]

@@teohontech7141 Thank you

[@rika3941]

It's so strange that it's still not available in Netherlands, only in AliExpress but for a really high price!

[@Cedric00789]

You don't have access to the Xp-pen EU official store ?

[@rika3941]

@@Cedric00789 Netherlands is in Germany store and not EU that's why I couldn't find it

[@augustuscaesarreyes7515]

Which one is better? HUION Kambas 13 or this?

[@teohontech7141]

They have kinda similar drawing performance. So you can choose based on other factors, eg. shortcut buttons, warranty period, things included. pricing.

[@kittyman7015]

Hey Teoh. I think theres been an update or something. You cant change the display settings for the XP Pen Artist 13 (2nd gen) through the (Windows) driver anymore. Is it the same for others too??

[@teohontech7141]

I no longer have this so I can't test. Contact XP-Pen to ask. Also ask if there's a shortcut key combo to get into the OSD from the hotkeys by the side. I seem to remember there is, but maybe I forgot.

[@kittyman7015]

@@teohontech7141 Will do.

[@Shorttrip1958]

Hello!. The drawing line on the screen deviates greatly from the pen tip. Is there any way to fix this?

[@teohontech7141]

Calibrate the pen with the driver then test

[@Shorttrip1958]

Tell me where I can see how to do this?@@teohontech7141

[@babysmileyou]

How to fix pen delay or increase pen responding? I mean I want the pen respond as fast as we draw on papers.

[@teohontech7141]

There will be latency as the line catches up with the pen tip

[@boganx1291]

Bro you have not connected it to power supply is the tablet don't need it like Huion or wacom?

[@teohontech7141]

If your computer or laptop can provide enough power through USB-C, there's no need to connect the pen display to additional power source.

[@andyxcox5766]

What Macbook are you using? Is it M1? Also, how were you able to use the full screen version, every time I use it the pen and screen have a disparity despite calibration. I don't know if it's a defect or if it's just a firmware issue. It works fine on my Windows PC but the M1 Air has a problem :(

[@teohontech7141]

Try choosing the resolution for the 2nd screen (xp pen) from MacOS System Preferences display settings.

[@andyxcox5766]

@@teohontech7141 is the MacBook you're using a MacBook Air M1?

[@teohyc]

@@andyxcox5766 Yes

[@andyxcox5766]

@@teohyc thank you!

[@clemchooi5022]

can I use this XP-Pen Artist 13 in solo ? mean no need to connected to the computer.

[@teohontech7141]

It’s actually a monitor so you need to connect to a computer

[@SilentTrip]

I used to have the Wacom cintiq 13 (og), gave it away... wonder if I should get this one?

[@MxNBmax]

In my opinion i think it’s better if you’d get a bigger one, like 16 inches. Example: Xp pen artist 16 and huion kamvas 16 since those are more inexpensive, there’s also the Cintiq 16, but it’s more expensive

[@teohontech7141]

Well, this looks good and performs well. I recommend at least 13-inches or larger.

[@aesieaiyahcloe]

How will left handed peeps fare well on this? Can it be used flipped?

[@teohontech7141]

There's left handed mode where hotkeys go to the right side.

[@vin4216]

Does USB-C run on Windows laptop with regular USB-C or does it need to be Thunderbolt?

[@teohontech7141]

It does not need to be Thunderbolt. But the USB-C must mention video output or DisplayPort support.

[@vin4216]

@@teohontech7141 thank you. So that means it will not work on the laptop that I was planning to buy which have usb-c that supports data transfer only.

[@vin4216]

@@teohontech7141 thank you. So that means it will not work on the laptop that I was planning to buy which have usb-c that supports data transfer only.

[@teohontech7141]

@@vin4216 USB-C that supports data will not output video. Video output from USB-C is a feature and is usually advertised.

[@blikblik5713]

What about shading experience? Is good?

[@teohontech7141]

Works fine

[@julieatienza3383]

What app did you use to draw?

[@teohontech7141]

Affinity Photo

[@rechelgayronquillo5130]

im confused we could not use the tablet without the laptop?

[@teohontech7141]

It's a monitor (that you can draw on) so it needs to connect to a computer.

[@Minato_Akiyama03]

Hey guys, what do you recommend for a beginner to buy a drawing board? I want a cheap one that's like $200 - $500 budget at best. I want to use it for my pc and my hp laptop. I have Ipad but, I want to use drawing board for 2D animation. Teoh on Tech, please respond if you can! I want to become an artist too!

[@teohontech7141]

Here are my recommendations according to price range: www.parkablogs.com/content/best-pen-displays-artists-2023-my-recommendations Best value pen display now is UGEE U1600 from Amazon USA

[@kazutokirigaya4633]

Hi I’m looking to buy my first pen display for comics and general drawing I’m considering on a used cintiq 16 a used Wacom one and a new artist 16 since my budget is £300 can someone help me out

[@boganx1291]

I also think to buy one , I'm going for artists 2nd gen display most probably. Because I have old pen tab so they are offering me discount if i return it to them

[@mikifubuki]

Do you encounter any “no signal” problems?

[@teohontech7141]

No. No signal could be due to loose cable connection, using of a non-video USB C cable, or the display not getting enough power

[@mikifubuki]

@@teohontech7141 ah. So I have to get a video usb-c type cable? I only used the one I have lying around which is the c to c type cable of my Macbook charger. My iMac doesn’t have an HDMI port and I didn’t have an adapter.

[@mikifubuki]

@@teohontech7141 I see. i am only using the usb c cable of the charger of my mac. My desktop doesn't have an HDMI port so I thought my macbook's cable is fine.

[@teohontech7141]

@@mikifubuki Not all USB-C cables support video transmission. The original USB-C cable from Apple for charging is just for charging with very slow data transfer speed, not good enough for video.

[@mikifubuki]

@@teohontech7141 thanks so much for this info! I bought their cable last minute but it finally works for me. 🥰

[@TheFighterX4]

it looks like 11x17 printer paper screen

[@punksanimechannel2449]

what is the stand which you are using

[@teohontech7141]

Parblo PR100 www.parkablogs.com/content/review-parblo-pr100-tablet-stand

[@mladenovicnenad]

how do you zoom in and out on graphic tablet?

[@teohontech7141]

Use keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Space and click. Or Ctrl + and Ctrl -

[@chiefd13]

horrible line wobble on this series (Artist 2nd Gen), I bought one and I'm returning it now. buy the Pro series instead.

[@penholder7765]

any updates?

[@chiefd13]

@@penholder7765 i changed plans and didn't buy an Artist Pro either bcs I have an iPad

[@DroidzART89]

I'm starting to regret buying the galaxy tab s8 ultra...

[@teohontech7141]

Why? That's a great tablet

[@rowenarovelo1634]

Is it compatible with android phones

[@teohontech7141]

Watch this video m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHTEnZlvp8eEb7c

[@маша-ц3с2в]

how do I calibrate this display?

[@teohontech7141]

You'll need a colour calibrator which is a separate purchase. Otherwise you will have to calibrate manual by tweaking the RGB from the OSD manual while referring to a colour accurate source.

[@Balasubas]

My samsung android phone wont connect to my xp pen....😢

[@teohontech7141]

What's the phone model?

[@nyenyksksaj]

Does that works on phone ??

[@teohontech7141]

Only works with phones that can output video signal.

[@nyenyksksaj]

​​@@teohontech7141 what about samsung note 20 ultra? will it work? If yes, then i'll buy one^^ my phone is just too small for me to draw 🫠