XP-Pen StarG640
Score: 77/100
GAOMON S620
Score: 77/100Rankings
The XP-Pen Star G640 is an ultra-portable entry-level tablet with a thin 2 mm chassis, lightweight build, and a high-speed 266 RPS report rate. Its main trade-offs are the absence of tilt support, shortcut keys, and wireless connectivity. Best suited for beginners, students, and OSU! gamers who prioritize portability over advanced features.
The GAOMON S620 is a compact, ultra-light graphics tablet featuring a 6.5 × 4 in active area, battery-free pen, tilt support, and four express keys. Its main trade-offs are the limited drawing space, lack of wireless connectivity, and absence of a pen holder. Ideal for beginners, students, and OSU! gamers who need a portable, affordable tablet.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
152.4 mm | 165.1 mmbest | |
101.6 mmbest | 101.6 mmbest | |
8,192best | 8,192best | |
| ↓ lower better | 170 gbest | 249 g |
266 Hzbest | 266 Hzbest | |
— | 60 degreesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2 mmbest | 8 mm |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connectivity Interface | USB (wired) | Micro-USB |
Display(1) | ||
Active Area Width (mm) | 152.4 mm | 165.1 mm |
General(1) | ||
Compatible Operating Systems | Windows 7+, macOS 10.10+, Linux, Chromebook | Windows 7/8/10, macOS 10.12+, Android, Chromebook |
Pen & Controls(1) | ||
Pen Tilt Support | false | true |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories Count | 6 | 5 |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 170 g | 249 g |
Thickness (mm) | 2 mm | 8 mm |
Overall Dimensions | 190.5 x 162.6 x 2 | 211 x 174 x 8 |
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Professional reviewers commend the Star G640 for its ultra-thin 2 mm chassis, lightweight construction, and the 8192-level battery-free pen pressure sensitivity, while noting the lack of tilt support, programmable buttons, and wired-only USB connection as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the tablet's portability, battery-free stylus, and the value of 20 extra nibs, often describing it as a great companion for travel, e-learning, and casual OSU! gaming. Common complaints revolve around the limited drawing space, absence of tilt or shortcut keys, occasional Linux driver issues, and the intrusive USB cable.
Professional reviewers commend the S620 for its ultra-thin, sturdy construction and the responsive, battery-free AP32 stylus that offers 8192 pressure levels and smooth line tapering. The tablet's high report rate and four express keys are praised for delivering lag-free performance and efficient workflow, especially for OSU! gaming.
Everyday users love the tablet's feather-light weight and slim design, which make it ideal for on-the-go sketching and OSU! gaming. The battery-free pen's smooth pressure response and the tablet's Android compatibility receive frequent praise. Recurring complaints focus on the limited active area, the need for a constant USB connection, finicky driver setup, and the lack of a pen holder.
