Wacom Intuos Small Pistachio
Score: 73/100
XP-Pen Deco 01 V3
Score: 79/100Rankings
The XP-Pen Deco 01 V3 offers a generous active area, 16K pressure sensitivity and tilt support in an ultra-thin design. It lacks Bluetooth connectivity and detailed accessory information, which may affect convenience. Best suited for beginners and hobbyists who need a portable, high-spec tablet.
The Wacom Intuos Small Bluetooth is a compact, lightweight tablet with Bluetooth and USB connectivity, a battery-free EMR pen and four ExpressKeys. Its small active area and absence of tilt support limit professional use, and it lacks multi-touch gestures. Perfect for educators, students, and hobbyists who prioritize portability and wireless freedom.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
152 mm | 254 mmbest | |
95 mm | 159 mmbest | |
4,096 | 16,384best | |
| ↓ lower better | 250 gbest | 570 g |
— | 200 Hzbest | |
— | 60 degreesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 9.5 mm | 8 mmbest |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connectivity Interface | Bluetooth, USB | USB |
Display(2) | ||
Active Area Width (mm) | 152 mm | 254 mm |
Active Area Height (mm) | 95 mm | 159 mm |
General(1) | ||
Compatible Operating Systems | Mac, PC, Chromebook, Android 6.0+ | Windows, macOS, Android, Chrome OS, Linux |
Pen & Controls(3) | ||
Pressure Sensitivity Levels | 4096 | 16384 |
Pen Tilt Support | false | true |
Shortcut Keys Count | 4 | 8 |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 250 g | 570 g |
Thickness (mm) | 9.5 mm | 8 mm |
Overall Dimensions | 200 x 160 x 8.9 mm | 215.9 x 7.6 x 350.5 |
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Professional reviewers consider the Intuos Small Bluetooth a solid, reliable choice for beginners, emphasizing its strong build quality, value for money, thin portable form factor, and lag-free Bluetooth performance. Long-time Wacom users note that it meets expectations for an entry-level wireless tablet without compromising functionality.
Everyday users appreciate the tablet's sturdy construction, lightweight and compact design, and the absence of Bluetooth lag, often highlighting the included software as a bonus. Common criticisms focus on the need for initial calibration, a few seconds of startup delay, and a modest learning curve for new digital artists.
“I've been using their products for last 20+ years, and this one didn't disappoint! This is my first wireless Wacom, so I was a bit worry about laggings and connectivity in general, but no issues so far. Great build and functionality for the price.”
“it's really thin and compact it fits on my desk pretty well”
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Everyday users' opinions are not captured in the provided data; there are no customer reviews or quoted feedback from retail sites for the Deco 01 V3.
