> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.sevenpens.com/drawtab/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.sevenpens.com/drawtab/catalog/drawtabs/xppen/xppen-md160qh-notes.md). # XP-Pen Artist Pro 16 GEN2 (MD160QH) notes ## **Overall** In summary this is a very nice tablet. Wacom Cintiq Pro models are still better (and cost MUCH more) but this tablet is good overall and I have enjoyed using it. As of July 2024, this is my top pick for a mid-range-cost 16" pen display. ## Links These links come from the [DrawTabData Explorer](https://thesevenpens.github.io/DrawTabDataExplorer/entity/xppen.tabletfamily.xppen_artistprogen2_2023). To add or fix a link, change it in DrawTabData. | Source | Link | Date | | ------------ | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------- | | XP-Pen | [Product page](https://www.xp-pen.com/product/artist-pro-16-gen-2.html) | | | XP-Pen | [Store page](https://www.xp-pen.com/store/buy/artist-pro-16-gen2.html) | | | XP-Pen | [User manual](https://www.xp-pen.com/user-manual/artist-pro-16-2nd.html) | | | Seven Pens | [Notes on XP-Pen Artist Pro 16 GEN2 (MD160QH)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqX05ld4oDY) | 2024-10-27 | | David Revoy | [XPPen Artist Pro 16 (Gen 2) - review on GNU/Linux](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gmmIwkvZagU) | 2023-11-17 | | David Revoy | [XPPen Artist Pro 16 (Gen 2) - review on GNU/Linux](https://www.davidrevoy.com/article1004/xppen-artist-pro-16-gen-2-review-on-gnulinux) | 2023-11-17 | | Gartzia Artz | [¡SE HAN PASADO EL JUEGO! La mejor tableta gráfica \| Review tras 4 meses XP Pen Artist Pro 16 Gen 2](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UpKDJgppcA) | 2023-10-10 | | Brad Colbow | [XP-Pen Artist Pro 16 (Gen 2) Review](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NF-zDMfmgY8) | 2023-09-18 | | Teoh on Tech | [XPPen Artist Pro 16 (gen 2) review: Huge upgrade over older model](https://youtu.be/sc4tebm4TTw?si=Y18_c25g6BUvzwk3) | 2023-09-09 | | Grant Abbitt | [My favourite Display Tablet - XPPen Artist Pro 2nd Gen](https://youtu.be/d3Th_HD0tbE?si=5tIvFmxSM2nvS1jh) | 2023-08-20 | | Parka Blogs | [XPPen Artist Pro 16 (gen 2)](https://www.parkablogs.com/content/review-xppen-artist-pro-16-gen-2-pen-display) | | | MossCharmly | [Huion Kamvas pro16 2.5K vs. XP-pen Artist pro16 GEN2](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41pv6STOBhY) | | ## Specs These specs come from the [DrawTabData Explorer](https://thesevenpens.github.io/DrawTabDataExplorer/entity/xppen.tabletfamily.xppen_artistprogen2_2023). Click a model ID to see its full record there. {% tabs %} {% tab title="Model" %} | | [MD160QH](https://thesevenpens.github.io/DrawTabDataExplorer/entity/xppen.tablet.md160qh) | | ------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Name | Artist Pro 16 GEN2 | | Released | 2023-08-14 | | Status | — | | {% endtab %} | | {% tab title="Display" %} | | [MD160QH](https://thesevenpens.github.io/DrawTabDataExplorer/entity/xppen.tablet.md160qh) | | --------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Resolution | 2560 × 1600 | | Aspect ratio | 16:10 | | Pixel density | 189 PPI | | Panel | IPS | | Lamination | Yes | | Anti-glare | Etched glass | | Coatings | Anti-fingerprint | | Color gamut |

sRGB 99% coverage, 159% area
Adobe RGB 97% coverage, 118% area
DCI-P3 99% coverage, 117% area

| | Color depth | 8-bit | | Brightness | 250 cd/m² | | Peak brightness | — | | Viewing angle |

178° horizontal
178° vertical

| | Refresh rate | 60 Hz | | Response time | 20 ms | | {% endtab %} | | {% tab title="Digitizer" %} | | [MD160QH](https://thesevenpens.github.io/DrawTabDataExplorer/entity/xppen.tablet.md160qh) | | ----------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Active area | 344.7 × 215.4 mm (13.6 × 8.5 in) | | Diagonal | 406.5 mm (16 in) | | Aspect ratio | 16:10 | | Pen technology | Passive EMR | | Pressure levels | 16384 | | Tilt | ±60° | | Accuracy (center) | ±0.4 mm | | Accuracy (corner) | ±0.8 mm | | Report rate | 200 Hz | | Density | 200 LPmm (5080 LPI) | | Max hover | 10 mm | | {% endtab %} | | {% tab title="Pen" %} | | [MD160QH](https://thesevenpens.github.io/DrawTabDataExplorer/entity/xppen.tablet.md160qh) | | --------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Included pen | [X3 Pro (PD21)](https://thesevenpens.github.io/DrawTabDataExplorer/entity/xppen.pen.pd21) | | Compatible pens |

X3 Pro (PD21)
X3 Pro Roller (PD22)

| | {% endtab %} | | {% tab title="Other inputs" %} | | [MD160QH](https://thesevenpens.github.io/DrawTabDataExplorer/entity/xppen.tablet.md160qh) | | ------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Buttons | 0 | | Dials | — | | Touch rings | — | | Touch strips | — | | Touch | No | | {% endtab %} | | {% tab title="Physical" %} | | [MD160QH](https://thesevenpens.github.io/DrawTabDataExplorer/entity/xppen.tablet.md160qh) | | -------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Size | 405.1 × 291.4 × 20.2 mm (15.9 × 11.5 × 0.8 in) | | Weight | — | | VESA mount | No | | Legs | Yes | | Included stand | — | | {% endtab %} | | {% tab title="Connectivity" %} | | [MD160QH](https://thesevenpens.github.io/DrawTabDataExplorer/entity/xppen.tablet.md160qh) | | -------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Ports |

USB-C
USB-C

| | Attached cable | None | | Bluetooth | — | | {% endtab %} | | {% tab title="Power" %} | | [MD160QH](https://thesevenpens.github.io/DrawTabDataExplorer/entity/xppen.tablet.md160qh) | | ------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Power input | 5 V, 3 A | | Consumption | — | | Standby | — | | Power adapter | — | | Power output | — | | {% endtab %} | | {% tab title="In the box" %} | | [MD160QH](https://thesevenpens.github.io/DrawTabDataExplorer/entity/xppen.tablet.md160qh) | | ------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Contents | — | | {% endtab %} | | | {% endtabs %} | | ## Notes on specs ### Pens The X3 Pro pen is incredibly similar in shape to the Wacom Pro Pen 2. The pen handles pressure very well and has an eraser. More here: [XP-Pen X3 Pro pens](/drawtab/catalog/pens/xppen-pens/xppen-x3propen-notes.md) ## **Design** RATING: EXCELLENT * I like the overall design. Looks and feels very premium. * XP-Pen logo on bottom of tablet. It's present and visible without being obtrusive. ## **Display** **Native resolution** - This is big improvement over an HD (1920x1080) screen at this size. **Refresh rate** - TYPICAL. Normal for pen displays. **Sharpness** - GOOD. The AG treatment does not add any blurriness. **Parallax** - GOOD. Little visible parallax. **Aspect Ratio** - It is a little more squarish than the much more common 16:9 aspect ratio. After using it for a few days, I actually like the 16:10 aspect ratio. To me it makes the tablet feel a little larger than it is.
**MacOS** - Some people tell me MacOS has more challenges running at resolutions like the one this tablet uses. I'm not a MacOS expert so I suggest you research this more. ## **Connections and cabling** **Single USB-C cable connection?** YES. I tried the cable that it came with and a Thunderbolt 3 cable. It worked in both cases. More here: [Connecting a pen display with USB-C](/drawtab/guides/connecting/connecting-pen-display/connecting-pen-display-usbc.md) **Ports** There are two USB-C ports on the top edge of the tablet. Both ports are recessed into wells. If you intend to use a 3rd-party USB-C cable, be aware they may not fit into the well. One minor nit. The USB-C cable connects at the top edge this means you see the cable connect. This is normal for pen displays these days. But it does make the device a little less elegant. **3-in-1 cable** If you need to connect via HDMI you will need a 3-in-1 cable from XP-pen. * When I bought the tablet in - this cable was s NOT provided in the box. * However now it seems that XP-Pen is shipping the tablet with the 3-in-1 cable. Before you purchase verify if you are getting the 3-in-1 cable if you need it. I contacted XP-Pen support and they indidcated that this compatible 3-in-1 cable: [https://www.xp-pen.com/store/buy/3-in-1-cable-for-artist-2nd-gen-series-display.html
](https://www.xp-pen.com/store/buy/3-in-1-cable-for-artist-2nd-gen-series-display.html) ## Pointer lag TYPICAL. Normal for a pen display. A Cintiq Pro has slightly less lag. ## Corner accuracy VERY GOOD. Compared to other tablets has very minor inaccuracy at edges and corners. Matched XP-pens stated accuracy numbers. ## **Diagonal wobble** RATING: OK. Diagonal wobble is not uncommon in pen displays - but usually when it is seen it is only seen in SLOW strokes. With the unit I tested I saw it at all speeds - thought wobble slightly decreased as speed increased. Overall - totally acceptable and addding a little brush smoothing eliminates it..
## Legs It has two foldable legs on the back allow it to be propped up at an angle. However, I just use a spare HUION stand for a better angle. ## Shape * Thicker toward the top * Thinner toward the bottom * The bottom edge rolls off a bit making it a bit nicer for you hand or arm to rest on that edge. ## Audio features None. No speakers. No headphone jack. ## Heat Felt cool (room temperature) to the touch at 100% brightness. Cool on the right side. On the left side it was slightly warm. ## Noise Completely silent. ## Fans The tablet has no fans. ## Remote The tablet comes with a remote with programmable keys. ## Tilt compensation Tilting the pen within the supported tilt range did not significantly alter the pointer position. It remained close to the tip. I tried this with 3 different X3 Pro pens and got the same result. In one of the photos you may notice a slight separation between pointer and tip, I think this is mostly due to the position calibration of the pen and not so much the tilt.
I have heard a few comments on my YouTube channel indicating that some people found very bad tilt compensation. So far I believe if there is an issue it is only with a small number of defective units. ## Anti-glare treatment It does a very good job of glare reduction. It is on par with the Huion Kamvas Pro 19 and a bit more glare reduction than the Cintiq Pro 22. ## Pixel sharpness Pixels are clear and well-delineated. * Slightly sharper than my Cinitq Pro 22 * Noticeably sharper than my Huion Kamvas Pro 19 ## Stand options * XP-pen recommends the ACS05 stand. I'm not a fan of that type of stand. * I think the AC41 stand woudl work better. * In my testing I used the stand that came with the Xencelabs Pen Display 16 which is very similar to the AC41.