XP-Pen Star G640
Score: 66/100
Wacom Intuos Small
Score: 55/100Rankings
The XP-Pen Star G640 is an ultra-thin, entry-level graphics tablet offering Wacom-level pressure sensitivity and a high report rate in a portable package. Its limited active area, lack of tilt and express keys, and a single Micro-USB connection keep it from competing with larger tablets.
The Wacom Intuos Small (CTL4100) is an entry-level, battery-free pen tablet offering 4096 pressure levels, a compact active area and a solid software bundle. It excels in portability and Chromebook compatibility but lacks Bluetooth, tilt support and a larger drawing surface.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8,192 levelsbest | 4,096 levels | |
15,478 mm²best | 14,323 mm² | |
266 Hzbest | — | |
— | 2 countbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 181 gramsbest | 229.63 grams |
12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS | Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, Android |
Display(1) | ||
Active Drawing Area (mm²) | 15478 mm² | 14323 mm² |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connectivity Interface | Micro USB | USB-A |
Pen & Stylus(2) | ||
Pressure Sensitivity Levels (levels) | 8192 levels | 4096 levels |
Pen Technology | Battery-Free | Wacom Pen 4K (battery‑free, EMR) |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (grams) | 181 grams | 229.63 grams |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the Star G640 for delivering Wacom-level pressure sensitivity at a budget price, a sturdy ultra-thin chassis and abundant nibs, while critiquing the plastic-like surface, lack of tilt and express keys.
Everyday users love its portability, ease of setup and precision for small-scale work, especially in education and rhythm gaming, but note the cramped drawing area and occasional port durability issues.
Professional reviewers praise its solid build, accurate EMR pen and bundled software, noting the lack of tilt support and modest active area as trade-offs for its price point.
Users appreciate the ease of setup, natural pen feel and software value, while reporting driver glitches, short USB cable and nib wear as common complaints.
“Perfect for kids and students”
“Easy setup”
“Great for osu!”
