Pen-enabled 2-in-1 laptop recommendations
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Overview
Pen-enabled 2-in-1 laptops aren't really drawing tablets. They're laptops that you can also use for drawing. The drawing experience with these devices is not as good as a dedicated drawing tablet, but it may be enough for what you need.
Operating system: currently all run Windows
Scenario: General purpose
Pen tech: varies. MPP, EMR
These devices are really for general-purpose use. They are great choices when you want a full-featured desktop operating system where you can use things like Microsoft Office or the full version of Photoshop.
Samsung Galaxy Book 4/5 360
This is a 2-in-1 laptop that folds over. The drawing experience is good - not super great but good.
Pen information:
Tech: Wacom EMR (specifically UD EMR)
Comes with this pen: Samsung pens (Samsung S Pen notes)
Pen compatibility: These devices also work with the Wacom CP-913 pen. Many people choose to use the Wacom CP-913 instead of the S Pen.
Recent models:
Samsung Galaxy Book5 360
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360
Microsoft Surface Pro
This is a 2-in-1 laptop that can be used with a detachable keyboard. The drawing experience is OK. It's better suited, in my opinion, for note-taking or whiteboarding rather than drawing.
Pen information
Tech: MPP (similar to AES)
Comes with pen: NO. You have to buy the Surface Slim Pen 2 separately.
Microsoft Surface Pro (starting at $900)
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