Question 1

Which is better, Wacom Cintiq 16 or XP-Pen Artist 16 (2nd Gen)?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the XP-Pen Artist 16 (2nd Gen) scores higher overall at 8.9/10. The Wacom Cintiq 16 scored 8.8/10 and the XP-Pen Artist 16 (2nd Gen) scored 8.9/10 in our Best Drawing Tablets for Artists 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the Wacom Cintiq 16 worth it over the XP-Pen Artist 16 (2nd Gen)?

Accepted Answer

The Wacom Cintiq 16 scores 8.8/10 while the XP-Pen Artist 16 (2nd Gen) scores 8.9/10. The Wacom Cintiq 16 is our "Best Overall Pen Display" pick in the Best Drawing Tablets for Artists 2026 category.

Wacom Cintiq 16 vs XP-Pen Artist 16 (2nd Gen): Which to Buy?