Ugee ArtPlay Pad 12-Inch Drawing Tablet Review: Entry-Level Android Tablet at USD 399
The Ugee ArtPlay Pad is a beginner-friendly Android tablet featuring pen support and a 12-inch matte screen, available for USD 399 at the time of evaluation. After several weeks of testing, the drawing experience proves satisfactory for its price, with pen performance significantly improved compared to the Ugee UT2 and UT3 models launched in 2024. The tablet's dimensions are 289.7*187.2*7.4mm, and it weighs 644g. Its stylus utilizes chip-powered EMR technology, providing 16384 pressure levels, a minimum reading height of 10mm, and accuracy of ±0.5mm in the center and ±1.5mm at the corners, along with a resolution of 2540 LPI and ±60° tilt. The display boasts a 16:9 aspect ratio, 2000*1200 resolution, 16.77 million colors, 99% sRGB coverage, 350 nit brightness, 60Hz refresh rate, 1500:1 contrast ratio, and features AG and AF surface technology, all supported by IPS technology. As with any tablet, there are advantages and disadvantages.
Key facts
- The Ugee ArtPlay Pad is an entry-level Android tablet with pen support and a 12-inch matte display.
- The price at the time of review is USD 399.
- The drawing experience is decent for the price point after a few weeks of testing.
- Pen performance is much better than the Ugee UT2 and UT3 released in 2024.
- Dimensions are 289.7*187.2*7.4mm and weight is 644g.
- The stylus uses chip-powered and EMR technology with 16384 pressure levels.
- The display has a 16:9 ratio, 2000*1200 resolution, 16.77 million colors, 99% sRGB, 350 nit brightness, 60Hz refresh rate, and 1500:1 contrast.
- The surface technology is AG (anti-glare) + AF (anti-fingerprint), and the display technology is IPS.
Entities
Institutions
- Ugee