Huion Kamvas 22 (Gen 3) Review: Big Screen, Great Stand
Quick verdict
A big 2.5K screen with a 90Hz panel, accurate color and a stand that really adjusts. There are no shortcut keys, and it needs a real desk.
Buy it if
- You want a big screen and you draw at a desk.
- You want a stand you can set anywhere from nearly flat to upright.
- You like smooth panning and zooming.
Skip it if
- You want shortcut keys on the screen. There are none.
- You need something you can carry around.
- You want touch.
Specs
| Screen size | 21.5 in |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (16:9) |
| Panel | IPS, fully laminated |
| Glass | Anti-glare etched (Canvas Glass 2.0) |
| Color (claimed) | Over 130% sRGB |
| Brightness (claimed) | 250 nits |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz |
| Pen | PW600L, battery-free |
| Pressure levels | 16,384 |
| Tilt | ±60° |
| Shortcuts | None on the screen (remote sold separately) |
| Touch | No |
| Connection | USB-C or HDMI, plus power |
| Stand | Included, 20–80°, VESA mount |
| Weight | 3.6 kg with stand |
| Works with | Windows, macOS, Android (USB-C with video) |
Pros and cons
Pros
- Sturdy stand that adjusts from 20 to 80 degrees, plus VESA mounting.
- 90Hz feels smoother than the usual 60Hz.
- Very accurate color out of the box.
- Every cable you need is in the box.
Cons
- No shortcut keys; the remote costs extra.
- No touch.
- Heavy at 3.6 kg with the stand.
- The USB-C cable in the box is short.
Real-world math
Drawing space. The active area is 475 x 267 mm. That's about 1,270 square centimeters. The Kamvas 16 (Gen 3) gives you about 690. So the 22 has about 84% more room. That's the difference between drawing from your wrist and drawing from your elbow.
Sharpness. 2560 x 1440 on 21.5 inches is about 137 pixels per inch. The Kamvas 16 is 186. So the 22 is a bit less sharp up close. At arm's length on a desk, most people won't notice.
Smoothness. At 90Hz, the screen redraws every 11 milliseconds. At 60Hz it's every 17. You feel that when you pan and zoom around a big canvas.
Power. Huion rates it at up to 32 watts, so it needs its own power adapter. The adapter is in the box.
The screen
Creative Bloq measured the color error at 0.90, which is excellent. Huion claims over 130% sRGB. For illustration, comics and web work, the color is right. It's not a wide-gamut print monitor.
The etched glass cuts glare and has a light texture. AppleInsider liked it enough to think about trying felt nibs.
The pen
It's the same PW600L pen as the Kamvas 16. Reviewers describe the pressure as consistent and predictable, with no cursor float or stutter. Tilt works well for shading.
The stand
This is the standout part. It's metal, locks with a lever and goes from 20 to 80 degrees. AppleInsider called it "an amazing inclusion." If you'd rather use an arm, there are VESA holes on the back.
What's missing
There are no buttons on the screen at all. Creative Bloq pointed out that Huion's remote is sold separately. There's no touch, either. Plan on a keyboard or the remote for undo and brush size.
How it compares
| Spec | Huion Kamvas 22 (Gen 3) | Huion Kamvas 16 (Gen 3) | XPPen Artist Pro 16 (Gen 2) |
|---|---|---|---|
| My rating | 8.5/10 | 8.6/10 | 8.4/10 |
| Screen size | 21.5 in | 15.8 in | 16 in |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (16:9) | 2560 x 1440 (16:9) | 2560 x 1600 (16:10) |
| Panel | IPS, fully laminated | IPS, fully laminated | IPS, fully laminated |
| Glass | Anti-glare etched (Canvas Glass 2.0) | Anti-glare etched (Canvas Glass 2.0) | Anti-glare etched, anti-fingerprint |
| Color (claimed) | Over 130% sRGB | 99% sRGB, 90% Adobe RGB | 99% sRGB, 97% Adobe RGB |
| Brightness (claimed) | 250 nits | 220 nits | 250 nits |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 60Hz | - |
| Pen | PW600L, battery-free | PW600L, battery-free | X3 Pro Smart Chip, battery-free, eraser end |
| Pressure levels | 16,384 | 16,384 | 16,384 |
| Tilt | ±60° | ±60° | 60° |
| Shortcuts | None on the screen (remote sold separately) | 6 keys + 2 dials on the frame | Wireless remote (10 keys + dial) |
| Touch | No | No | No |
| Connection | USB-C or HDMI, plus power | Full-featured USB-C, or 3-in-1 cable (HDMI + USB) | Full-featured USB-C, or 3-in-1 cable (HDMI + USB) |
| Stand | Included, 20–80°, VESA mount | Included (Amazon version) | Built-in fold-out |
| Weight | 3.6 kg with stand | 1.25 kg | - |
| Works with | Windows, macOS, Android (USB-C with video) | Windows, macOS, Android (USB-C with video), Linux | Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, Android (USB-C with video), Linux |
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FAQ
- Does the Kamvas 22 (Gen 3) come with a stand?
- Yes. The Amazon version includes the adjustable stand, and the screen also has VESA mounting holes for a monitor arm.
- Can it run on one USB-C cable?
- No. It needs its own power adapter because it draws up to 32 watts. Video goes over USB-C or HDMI.
- Does it have shortcut keys?
- No. Huion sells a Keydial remote separately, or you can use your keyboard.
- Is it good for a Mac?
- Yes. AppleInsider called the macOS driver excellent, with app profiles, pressure settings and button mapping.
Bottom line
If you have the desk for it, this is the big pen display I'd look at first. The stand and the 90Hz screen make it feel more expensive than it is. Budget for a remote or keep your keyboard close.