XPPen Artist Pro 24 (Gen 2) 165Hz Review: Fast and Complete
Quick verdict
A big 24-inch screen at 165Hz with accurate color, two pens, a remote and a great stand all in the box. It's heavy and 2.5K rather than 4K.
Buy it if
- You draw or animate at a desk every day.
- You want the smoothest big screen in its price range.
- You want pens, remote and stand included.
Skip it if
- You need 4K sharpness for fine detail.
- Your desk can't take 7.3 kg.
- You want touch.
Specs
| Screen size | 23.8 in |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (16:9) |
| Panel | IPS, fully laminated |
| Glass | AG nano-etched, anti-fingerprint |
| Color (claimed) | 99% sRGB, 99% Adobe RGB, Calman verified |
| Brightness (claimed) | 250 nits |
| Refresh rate | 165Hz (144Hz over HDMI) |
| Pen | X3 Pro Smart Chip + X3 Pro Slim, battery-free |
| Pressure levels | 16,384 |
| Tilt | 60° |
| Shortcuts | ACK05 wireless remote (10 keys + dial) |
| Touch | No |
| Connection | USB-C, DisplayPort or HDMI, plus power |
| Stand | Included, 16–72°, VESA mount |
| Weight | 7.3 kg with stand |
| Works with | Windows, macOS, Linux |
Pros and cons
Pros
- 165Hz: very smooth panning, zooming and strokes.
- Calman verified color, 99% Adobe RGB claimed.
- Two pens and a wireless remote included.
- Stand from 16° to 72°, plus VESA; silent, no fan.
Cons
- Heavy: 7.3 kg with the stand.
- 2.5K on 24 inches is softer than 4K.
- Only 144Hz over HDMI.
- Etched glass won't hold sticky notes (a small one).
Real-world math
Drawing space. The work area is 526 x 296 mm, about 1,557 square centimeters. That's about 22% more than the Kamvas 22 and more than twice the Kamvas 16.
Smoothness. At 165Hz, the screen redraws every 6 milliseconds. At 90Hz (Kamvas 22) it's 11. At 60Hz it's 17. You feel that most when panning a big canvas or scrubbing animation.
Sharpness. 2560 x 1440 on 23.8 inches is about 123 pixels per inch. The Gadgeteer liked that it keeps menus and text larger, which is easier on the eyes. Detail work is softer than on a 4K screen.
Weight and power. 7.3 kg with the stand, about double the Kamvas 22. It uses a 12-volt power supply, so it always needs its own adapter.
The screen
XPPen claims 99% sRGB and 99% Adobe RGB, with Calman verification and a color error under 1. The Gadgeteer called the color accuracy great. The glass is laminated and nano-etched to cut glare.
In the box
Two pens (a standard X3 Pro Smart Chip and a slim one), the ACK05 wireless remote, the adjustable stand and cables. The Gadgeteer praised both the accessories and the cable management. It's also fanless, so it's silent.
How it compares
| Spec | XPPen Artist Pro 24 (Gen 2) 165Hz | Huion Kamvas 22 (Gen 3) | XPPen Artist Pro 16 (Gen 2) |
|---|---|---|---|
| My rating | 8.6/10 | 8.5/10 | 8.4/10 |
| Screen size | 23.8 in | 21.5 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 | AG nano-etched, anti-fingerprint | Anti-glare etched (Canvas Glass 2.0) | Anti-glare etched, anti-fingerprint |
| Color (claimed) | 99% sRGB, 99% Adobe RGB, Calman verified | Over 130% sRGB | 99% sRGB, 97% Adobe RGB |
| Brightness (claimed) | 250 nits | 250 nits | 250 nits |
| Refresh rate | 165Hz (144Hz over HDMI) | 90Hz | - |
| Pen | X3 Pro Smart Chip + X3 Pro Slim, 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 | ACK05 wireless remote (10 keys + dial) | None on the screen (remote sold separately) | Wireless remote (10 keys + dial) |
| Touch | No | No | No |
| Connection | USB-C, DisplayPort or HDMI, plus power | USB-C or HDMI, plus power | Full-featured USB-C, or 3-in-1 cable (HDMI + USB) |
| Stand | Included, 16–72°, VESA mount | Included, 20–80°, VESA mount | Built-in fold-out |
| Weight | 7.3 kg with stand | 3.6 kg with stand | - |
| Works with | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows, macOS, Android (USB-C with video) | Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, Android (USB-C with video), Linux |
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FAQ
- Is this the 165Hz or the 4K version?
- This review covers the 165Hz 2.5K version. XPPen also sells a 4K Artist Pro 24 (Gen 2), which is sharper but runs at 60Hz.
- How do I get 165Hz?
- Connect with USB-C or DisplayPort. HDMI tops out at 144Hz.
- What's in the box?
- XPPen lists the stand, two pens (X3 Pro Smart Chip and X3 Pro Slim), the ACK05 wireless remote, pen clips, a pen case, a glove, a cloth and cables.
- Does it have touch?
- No. Use the remote or keyboard for shortcuts.
Bottom line
If you want a big screen for daily work and don't need 4K, this is the one I'd buy. The Gadgeteer called it a shocking bargain next to Wacom, and the spec sheet backs that up.