I graduated up from a Samsung Tab S8 Ultra to the 1440p 165hz version of the Artist Pro 24 Gen 2, and I absolutely love it. _Drawing_ from my experience in computer games, I value the ability to use my whole arm rather than mostly relying on my wrist with a (comparatively) smaller display. 24" of screen space with large bezels means you get *so* much room to work with (big bezels = comfortably going all the way up to the edge of the screen), and since I still have my S8 Ultra, that means portability is zero concern for me. This device is well-worth the money and I'm glad I got one. Solid review, too!
For those confused as to why Adam is calling a $1k+ tablet 'budget friendly', it's good to remember that this is an incredibly high end, massive, calibrated, colour accurate tablet for creative professionals. Not people taking the odd commission, (full respect to those people) but those working full time at animation and game studios, working on projects that require insanely accurate colour reproduction. Displays this colour accurate cost like $30k not so long ago. The equivalent Wacom tablets are like triple the price. For a creative industry professional, rather than a beginner, hobbyist artist, and even most illustrators, this is extremely budget friendly. For everyone else, you don't really need a tablet this big, and it will probably go down in price in a couple years.
Spot on Hannah - many people don’t realize that the next most expensive 24” 4K factory calibrated pen display that performs well is the Xencelabs pen display 24 - which is $2900 CAD
thanks for this review videos, because of that i get the xppen 19 gen 2, and im so happy with it, i also watch your tourbox review, i´m thinking on getting one aswell! keep it going and happy holydays
Oh yay! I'm happy that I could help guide you in the right direction (stay tuned btw Zersh, I have several more reviews coming very soon, including the new TourBox Elite Plus (for iPad!)
this is something i would totally love to have. my small desk could never! ! thanks for talking about this, i'm in the market for a new drawing tablet. happy new yearrrrr!
You camera work and general lighting is really great, Adam. You set a high standard for all art-tubers haha! Like I've said in previous videos, think you're really hitting your editing stride with these reviews recently. Good stuff!
I got myself the artist 24 the from them for Christmas and I realized that I definitely shouldn’t have “cheaped out” and have been working with XP pen to exchange for this model here! This only reaffirms my decision! Thank you for the great review!
I've been considering this for a near future upgrade - thanks for another thorough review. I know it's something absurd to nitpick, but my one big issue with the design is the size of those bezels!
Great review. I myself have a Xencelabs 24 and it looks identical to this, they're owned by the same company right? I would love to see someone do a comparison between the two as the Xencelabs is more expensive.
@@Metalud0 Very happy with the Xencelabs. Had it for about a year now, worth the price I’d say but XP might have it beat on value now, I’d have to try it.
I think from an image quality/pen performance perspective, I’d recommend the XPPen - the accessories and design is nice on the Xencelabs but I don’t feel it offers a better drawing experience
I ended up getting a Kamvas 27 Pro around July since I didn't want to wait for this release. The Pro 16 Gen 2 was getting too small and I didn't want to downgrade to a previous gen pen. I did have to rma the Kamvas twice due to dead pixels and the pen not being tracked in parts of the display. Overall frustrating experience. But the third unit was devoid of issues. I also had to rma the PW600 pen in November. It would register pressure even when not pressed. QC still needs some work. I'd pick this one if I were to make a decision today. Solid release from xp pen. As you mention in the video though Adam, the PW600 pen is a marked difference from the X3 Pro pen.
Yeah. I chat with someone who own a Kamvas 24 4k few weeks back. He said he have to rma that unit 4 times, everytime he got the new unit which not quite right. He said the sharpness from one unit to another (the same 4k kamvas) is different and shows how bad the quality contol of Huion. The last time he got is the better one but still have minor hiccups.
Hey Adam, is there any way you can review Huion and XPPen's newer Large non-screen tablets? The Huion Giano G930L and the Deco Pro XLW 2nd for us old school tablet users?
I definitely could, but I already have a ton of reviews to get through (on top of running a school), so I feel my time is best spent on devices I’m likely to use
Mine is the 4K version - it’s very possible the 165hz version would be the more enjoyable one - I rarely set my displays to 4K for interface sizing reasons - 1440p is often the sweet spot, all the way up to 27”
Only problem I've had with XP-Pen stuff is that occasionally, the actual drivers will cause a phantom input, causing you to be unable to restart your system because it keeps force closing the drop tab. Let alone, any sort of task management is forced closed as well; I have ONLY had this problem with XP-Pen and my last tablet from them was the Artist 22 Pro.
Your system might be the culprit. I own a 15 inch xppen display from 2021, never had to restarting because of some issues whatsoever. I still using the old xppen driver since 2021 btw.
Hmm yeah - it’s important to keep those opinions public. I personally haven’t encountered any issues like the ones you’re describing, maybe because I’m on a Mac - PC windows ink is infamous for tablet bugs
@@penholder7765 That would be weird because I've had two PCs (one pre-built) and the other built myself... same problem with both and One being windows 10 the other 11. I ended up switching to Huion, and have had NO problems.
If you were to buy a new perminant desk drawing tablet display. With the competition being so close, what one would you choose and what features / feeling pushes you into that choice?
Well between the XPPen 24 gen 2 and the Xencelabs Pen Display 24 (that I just reviewed), if you take accessories out of the equation (which I generally do), then I’d lean folks more towards the XPPen. That said, I’m reviewing the slightly older Huion Kamvas Pro 24 early January and I’m very curious what my verdict will be - the Huion Kamvas Pro 19 is now my daily driver - awesome pen responsiveness (which is ultimately my highest priority feature)
That part you mentioned about soft lettering. Does this also mean when you are trying to make something of a sharp design, that too will keep looking soft??? I tried out the Xencelabs 24 a year ago and had to return it because no matter what the screen just kept looking like I had a 20% blur over my artwork and it was a deal breaker. Thank you always for all of your reviews 🙏🏽
Hello: I have a question to ask you about your graphics tablet tests on your channel. You tested the XPPEN 24 2nd Gen and the Xencelabs. Which one would be the best in your opinion? Congratulations for your channel. A very professional channel, a very friendly graphics professional. Thank you in advance. Mr GERARD
OK Adam, you gave your thoughts on it and they are usually spot on but the important question is what does Gimli think about it? what does he think of the purrformance?
Wise question… He said, he appreciates the lack of fan noise and the bezel isn’t overly edgy, which is more comfortable for his cheek when he leans on it. He would like to see one size made or burlap in future iterations so he has something to sharpen his claws on - maybe a water dish as well
People "budget friendly" relates to the budget of the targeted audience for a product. An "Artist Pro Drawing Display" is made for professional artists, working in their fields. I that case, in relation to other products for that audience, its cheap. Ofc its hella expensive for a teenager who likes to draw and practices their craft, but no one needs a tablet this big at that stage without their own income, or when starting. Im still sitting in front of my first XP pen from 5years ago and i could afford this thing if i wanted to, but what for, I'm no professional.
My youtube app only plays your videos with AI generated german translated voiceover. It's the only channel this happens for and I found no way to turn it off.
Budget doesnt mean low cost, it means specific cost, and for its specific cost for its features, it is a more budget freindly option for professionals.
I HATE it when innovation is cursed when there's plenty of no buttons to choose from , hey you can go back to capacitive if you want, don't yuck the future caveman.
Budget friendly for what it is, you can't expect a whole 24inch 4k drawing pen displaywith accesories to cost as much as an entry level small drawing tablet.
Do you make any money? I'm serious. I remember being a kid with no money hearing of artists having an Nvidia 780 Ti and thinking "WOW THAT'S SO CRAZY", but now that I'm no longer a kid, it's obvious that this sort of thing is extremely budget friendly. A grand for a product of this quality is miraculously cheap.
One thing to mention is that there are two versions of of this gen2. A 4K one and a higher refresh rate one.
What would you say is worth more? 2.5K certainly isn’t a bad resolution, but does the higher refresh rate help out for drawing?
@ I’d personally get the 4K version. I’ve played around with my brothers artist pro 19 gen 2 and noticed zero lag with lower refresh rate.
I graduated up from a Samsung Tab S8 Ultra to the 1440p 165hz version of the Artist Pro 24 Gen 2, and I absolutely love it. _Drawing_ from my experience in computer games, I value the ability to use my whole arm rather than mostly relying on my wrist with a (comparatively) smaller display. 24" of screen space with large bezels means you get *so* much room to work with (big bezels = comfortably going all the way up to the edge of the screen), and since I still have my S8 Ultra, that means portability is zero concern for me.
This device is well-worth the money and I'm glad I got one. Solid review, too!
For those confused as to why Adam is calling a $1k+ tablet 'budget friendly', it's good to remember that this is an incredibly high end, massive, calibrated, colour accurate tablet for creative professionals. Not people taking the odd commission, (full respect to those people) but those working full time at animation and game studios, working on projects that require insanely accurate colour reproduction.
Displays this colour accurate cost like $30k not so long ago. The equivalent Wacom tablets are like triple the price. For a creative industry professional, rather than a beginner, hobbyist artist, and even most illustrators, this is extremely budget friendly. For everyone else, you don't really need a tablet this big, and it will probably go down in price in a couple years.
Spot on Hannah - many people don’t realize that the next most expensive 24” 4K factory calibrated pen display that performs well is the Xencelabs pen display 24 - which is $2900 CAD
thanks for this review videos, because of that i get the xppen 19 gen 2, and im so happy with it, i also watch your tourbox review, i´m thinking on getting one aswell! keep it going and happy holydays
Oh yay! I'm happy that I could help guide you in the right direction (stay tuned btw Zersh, I have several more reviews coming very soon, including the new TourBox Elite Plus (for iPad!)
this is something i would totally love to have. my small desk could never! ! thanks for talking about this, i'm in the market for a new drawing tablet. happy new yearrrrr!
You camera work and general lighting is really great, Adam. You set a high standard for all art-tubers haha!
Like I've said in previous videos, think you're really hitting your editing stride with these reviews recently. Good stuff!
Well thank you! I worked out a system that really works so I’m sticking to it :)
Niceee! Been waiting for this! Hope u make a huion 24 4k vs xppen 24 4k ❤
You bet Tamashii, that's coming in about a month (expecting it January 2025)
I got myself the artist 24 the from them for Christmas and I realized that I definitely shouldn’t have “cheaped out” and have been working with XP pen to exchange for this model here! This only reaffirms my decision! Thank you for the great review!
Just ordered the 2K 165hz version. Will see the experience soon 😊
I've been considering this for a near future upgrade - thanks for another thorough review. I know it's something absurd to nitpick, but my one big issue with the design is the size of those bezels!
CAT REVIEW WHEN?
Great review. I myself have a Xencelabs 24 and it looks identical to this, they're owned by the same company right? I would love to see someone do a comparison between the two as the Xencelabs is more expensive.
Are you happy with it?
i'm hesitating between the two but idk if xencelab worth the price comparing to this.
@@Metalud0 Very happy with the Xencelabs. Had it for about a year now, worth the price I’d say but XP might have it beat on value now, I’d have to try it.
I think from an image quality/pen performance perspective, I’d recommend the XPPen - the accessories and design is nice on the Xencelabs but I don’t feel it offers a better drawing experience
And I prefer the button implementation on the XPPen personally
I ended up getting a Kamvas 27 Pro around July since I didn't want to wait for this release. The Pro 16 Gen 2 was getting too small and I didn't want to downgrade to a previous gen pen.
I did have to rma the Kamvas twice due to dead pixels and the pen not being tracked in parts of the display. Overall frustrating experience. But the third unit was devoid of issues. I also had to rma the PW600 pen in November. It would register pressure even when not pressed. QC still needs some work.
I'd pick this one if I were to make a decision today. Solid release from xp pen. As you mention in the video though Adam, the PW600 pen is a marked difference from the X3 Pro pen.
Yeah. I chat with someone who own a Kamvas 24 4k few weeks back. He said he have to rma that unit 4 times, everytime he got the new unit which not quite right. He said the sharpness from one unit to another (the same 4k kamvas) is different and shows how bad the quality contol of Huion. The last time he got is the better one but still have minor hiccups.
Hey Adam, is there any way you can review Huion and XPPen's newer Large non-screen tablets? The Huion Giano G930L and the Deco Pro XLW 2nd for us old school tablet users?
I definitely could, but I already have a ton of reviews to get through (on top of running a school), so I feel my time is best spent on devices I’m likely to use
is this 165hz or 4K version? I hope there will be content comparing the two, especially regarding the sharpness of the screen.
Mine is the 4K version - it’s very possible the 165hz version would be the more enjoyable one - I rarely set my displays to 4K for interface sizing reasons - 1440p is often the sweet spot, all the way up to 27”
Only problem I've had with XP-Pen stuff is that occasionally, the actual drivers will cause a phantom input, causing you to be unable to restart your system because it keeps force closing the drop tab. Let alone, any sort of task management is forced closed as well; I have ONLY had this problem with XP-Pen and my last tablet from them was the Artist 22 Pro.
Your system might be the culprit. I own a 15 inch xppen display from 2021, never had to restarting because of some issues whatsoever. I still using the old xppen driver since 2021 btw.
Hmm yeah - it’s important to keep those opinions public. I personally haven’t encountered any issues like the ones you’re describing, maybe because I’m on a Mac - PC windows ink is infamous for tablet bugs
@@penholder7765 That would be weird because I've had two PCs (one pre-built) and the other built myself... same problem with both and One being windows 10 the other 11. I ended up switching to Huion, and have had NO problems.
If you were to buy a new perminant desk drawing tablet display. With the competition being so close, what one would you choose and what features / feeling pushes you into that choice?
Well between the XPPen 24 gen 2 and the Xencelabs Pen Display 24 (that I just reviewed), if you take accessories out of the equation (which I generally do), then I’d lean folks more towards the XPPen. That said, I’m reviewing the slightly older Huion Kamvas Pro 24 early January and I’m very curious what my verdict will be - the Huion Kamvas Pro 19 is now my daily driver - awesome pen responsiveness (which is ultimately my highest priority feature)
That part you mentioned about soft lettering.
Does this also mean when you are trying to make something of a sharp design, that too will keep looking soft???
I tried out the Xencelabs 24 a year ago and had to return it because no matter what the screen just kept looking like I had a 20% blur over my artwork and it was a deal breaker.
Thank you always for all of your reviews 🙏🏽
I’d have to agree with you a bit on that one but from my experience- I’d give a very slight edge to the XPPen
@ thank you for the response! Great to know, no one else ever mentions this info.
Hello: I have a question to ask you about your graphics tablet tests on your channel. You tested the XPPEN 24 2nd Gen and the Xencelabs. Which one would be the best in your opinion?
Congratulations for your channel. A very professional channel, a very friendly graphics professional. Thank you in advance. Mr GERARD
OK Adam, you gave your thoughts on it and they are usually spot on but the important question is what does Gimli think about it? what does he think of the purrformance?
Wise question…
He said, he appreciates the lack of fan noise and the bezel isn’t overly edgy, which is more comfortable for his cheek when he leans on it. He would like to see one size made or burlap in future iterations so he has something to sharpen his claws on - maybe a water dish as well
XPPen Artist Pro 24 Gen 2 is good value for the money
Oh yeaaaaah
1,300!! I CANT AFFORD THIS D: AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
Gotta sell more art!
I'm can't believe it either
People "budget friendly" relates to the budget of the targeted audience for a product. An "Artist Pro Drawing Display" is made for professional artists, working in their fields. I that case, in relation to other products for that audience, its cheap.
Ofc its hella expensive for a teenager who likes to draw and practices their craft, but no one needs a tablet this big at that stage without their own income, or when starting.
Im still sitting in front of my first XP pen from 5years ago and i could afford this thing if i wanted to, but what for, I'm no professional.
Exactly - and imo, I’ve been daily driving a far more expensive 19” and I’m loving it
My youtube app only plays your videos with AI generated german translated voiceover. It's the only channel this happens for and I found no way to turn it off.
You have to change the language of your whole UA-cam page in Settings. I had the same issue
Oh damn - so I must ask then, how’s my German? (I’m curious to hear how I sound in German honestly
You cant even pretend to call a 1.3k tablet budget friendly... the hell?? Budget friendly is like 60-150 dollars at best
Compared to the 2900 Xencelabs and the 4000 Wacom - this is the most budget you’ll get for a 24” 4K display
good luck getting anything more then GENIUS - EASYPEN for that money
It's budget friendly when you're talking about high end display tablets.
Other manufacturers have similar tablets for upwards of $3,500 USD.
Budget doesnt mean low cost, it means specific cost, and for its specific cost for its features, it is a more budget freindly option for professionals.
I'm going to be honest, this is budget friendly when you're no longer a 15 year old trying to buy one with pocket change.
Budget value? What the
It appears people aren’t aware how much 24” tablets normally cost
Want the roller button , don't you curse that!
Why would you do that FFS!
I HATE it when innovation is cursed when there's plenty of no buttons to choose from , hey you can go back to capacitive if you want, don't yuck the future caveman.
I take it back!! lol
It’s just not my preference because I use buttons for other functions generally. It’s not a bad feature by any means
Bro this video is a joke, just buy an ipad with a pen and get a better input lag than 1000 dollar tablets
For $3000 sure
Imagine the price of a 24” iPad Pro 😂
@@MikeLugnegard do u need 24 tho ?
@@Gigatless Everyday as a prof designer.
You really calling a tablet that costs A WHOLE GRAND "budget friendly"?? Geez share some gold ingots with the rest of us XD
Compare to the Wacom equivalents and it is budget friendly comparatively. I have a Cintiq Pro 27 and it was 3500 USD, and a QHD 27 before that.
Budget friendly for what it is, you can't expect a whole 24inch 4k drawing pen displaywith accesories to cost as much as an entry level small drawing tablet.
Budget friendly for high end displays.
Do you make any money? I'm serious. I remember being a kid with no money hearing of artists having an Nvidia 780 Ti and thinking "WOW THAT'S SO CRAZY", but now that I'm no longer a kid, it's obvious that this sort of thing is extremely budget friendly. A grand for a product of this quality is miraculously cheap.