Which drawing apps can it run?

Any Android app from Google Play. XPPen includes 3-month memberships for Clip Studio Paint and ibis Paint X when you activate the account.

Does the pen need charging?

No. The X3 Pro Slim stylus needs no charging or Bluetooth pairing.

Is the screen easy on the eyes?

It is TÜV Rheinland certified for eye comfort and uses an anti-glare etched surface.

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XPPen Magic Drawing Pad

A 12.2 inch Android 14 tablet built for drawing, with an etched paper-like screen and XPPen's 16K X3 Pro Slim pen that needs no charging. It is the premium choice if you want to draw without a computer.

Best for: Artists who want a serious drawing tablet that works on its own

Screen: 12.2 in, 2160 x 1440, 3:2
Pressure levels: 16,384
Memory: 8 GB RAM, 256 GB storage
Battery: 8000 mAh

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What we like

16K pressure pen with no charging or pairing
Etched 2160 x 1440 screen with a paper-like feel
8 GB RAM, 256 GB storage and a 13 hour battery

Keep in mind

Priced well above screenless tablets and entry pen displays
Relies on Android apps rather than desktop programs

Key features

From the manufacturer's Amazon listing.

16K Pressure Sensitive Stylus: XPPen magic drawing pad introducing X3 Pro slim stylus is a breakthrough innovation boasting industry-first 16K pressure levels, 100%* higher than that of its peers. Free of charging and pairing,...
Natural pen-on-screen experience: The 12.2-inch standalone drawing tablet is crafted with AG-etched technology, 2160*1440 screen resolution, a 3:2 aspect ratio, pairs with 97% sRGB and an incredible 16.77 million colors, offers...
Easy on eyes: Thoughtfully designed with eye comfort in mind, the screen is TÜV Rheinland certified, and enhanced with ten steps of soft light treatment, so you can create without worrying about straining your eyes even when...
Android Ecosystem: The standalone drawing tablet operates on the Android 14 system, allowing you to download various apps from Google Play. A 3-month membership of both Clip Studio Paint & ibis Paint X upon activating the...
Excellent Performance: The no computer needed drawing tablet adopts 8 GB running memory, 256 GB storage memory (expandable up to 1TB with a micro SD card), thirteen MP rear camera & eight MP front camera allowing you to capture...

Frequently asked questions about the XPPen Magic Drawing Pad

Which drawing apps can it run?: Any Android app from Google Play. XPPen includes 3-month memberships for Clip Studio Paint and ibis Paint X when you activate the account.
Does the pen need charging?: No. The X3 Pro Slim stylus needs no charging or Bluetooth pairing.
Is the screen easy on the eyes?: It is TÜV Rheinland certified for eye comfort and uses an anti-glare etched surface.