XP-Pen Deco Pro LW 2nd
Score: 84/100
Parblo Intangbo X7
Score: 84/100Rankings
The XP-Pen Deco Pro LW Gen 2 delivers 16K pressure sensitivity, tilt support and a large A4-sized active area in a wireless, battery-free package. It lacks built-in shortcut keys and can require driver tweaking, which may affect ease of use. Best for artists and animators who need high precision and portability without a built-in screen.
The Parblo Intangbo X7 delivers a sleek ultra-thin chassis, high-resolution sensing and tilt support, making it a capable entry-level tablet. Its limited active area and lack of rubber feet can hinder stability during extended sessions. Ideal for beginners and mobile creators who need portability and cross-platform flexibility.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
279.4 mmbest | 182.88 mm | |
177.8 mmbest | 114.3 mm | |
16,384best | 8,192 | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 230 gbest |
200 Hz | 266 Hzbest | |
10 hoursbest | — | |
60 degreesbest | 60 degreesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 10.66 mm | 7.2 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connectivity Interface | Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C | USB-C |
Sensors(1) | ||
Report Rate (Hz) | 200 Hz | 266 Hz |
Display(2) | ||
Active Area Width (mm) | 279.4 mm | 182.88 mm |
Active Area Height (mm) | 177.8 mm | 114.3 mm |
General(1) | ||
Compatible Operating Systems | Windows 11/10/8/7, macOS 10.10+, Chrome OS, Android, Linux | Windows, macOS, Android, HarmonyOS, ChromeOS |
Pen & Controls(2) | ||
Pressure Sensitivity Levels | 16384 | 8192 |
Shortcut Keys Count | 10 | 6 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Thickness (mm) | 10.66 mm | 7.2 mm |
Overall Dimensions | 333 x 258.1 x 10.66 | 0.1 in (H) × 6.5 in (W) × 11.0 in (L) (2.54 × 165.1 × 279.4 mm) |
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Professional reviewers hail the Deco Pro LW Gen 2 as a game-changer, highlighting its industry-first 16K pressure sensitivity, 20% accuracy boost, and 90 ms response time that together deliver lag-free, hyper-detailed drawing. They commend the ergonomic battery-free stylus and dual-device Bluetooth 5.0 pairing, while noting the missing on-tablet express keys and occasional driver fine-tuning as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users appreciate the tablet's wireless flexibility, long battery life, and the natural feel of the X3 Pro stylus across a range of creative software. Common praise centers on the large A4-sized workspace and portability, whereas recurring complaints involve driver configuration hassles, Bluetooth connectivity quirks, and the absence of built-in shortcut controls.
“A game-changer for its industry-first 16K pressure levels and 90 ms response.”
Professional reviewers commend the Intangbo X7 for its sleek, ultra-thin chassis, high-resolution 5080 LPI sensor, 8192 pressure levels and fast 266 RPS report rate, which together deliver a surprisingly capable drawing experience for its price. They also appreciate the USB-C connectivity and the Android/Chromebook mode switch, but consistently note that the limited active area and lack of rubber feet keep it from being a serious contender for power users.
Everyday users love how portable and lightweight the X7 is, praising its plug-and-play setup and the ergonomic, battery-free pen with handy side buttons. The most common complaints revolve around the small drawing surface, the tablet sliding on desks, and occasional confusion over weight specifications.
