✅ [X4 Smart Chip Stylus with 16K Pressure Levels] : The Artist 12 3rd Gen delivers exceptional precision with 16,384 pressure levels, 60° tilt support, and ultra-low activation force for smooth lines, natural shading, and detailed illustration.
✅ [Paper-Like AG Etched Glass Display] : The anti-glare etched glass surface creates a natural drawing texture while reducing reflections and fingerprints for a comfortable, paper-like experience.
✅ [Full-Laminated Display for Better Accuracy] : Full lamination keeps the pen tip visually closer to the cursor, reducing parallax and improving precision during sketching, inking, and editing.
✅ [Dual X-Dial Wheels for Faster Workflow] : Two customizable dial wheels and 8 shortcut keys provide quick access to zoom, brush size, canvas rotation, and tools—so you can focus on creating.
✅ [Compact 11.9" Drawing Display] : Slim, lightweight design with narrow bezels that maximize the working area while keeping the tablet easy to carry and set up anywhere.
✅ [True-to-Life Color Accuracy] : The 1920 × 1080 Full HD display supports 99% sRGB color gamut and 16.7 million colors, making it suitable for illustration, animation, and photo editing.
✅ [Single USB-C Cable Connectivity] : Enjoy a cleaner workspace with simple USB-C connectivity for supported devices and modern laptops.
✅ [Comfortable Drawing Angle Included] : The included foldable stand provides a stable and ergonomic drawing angle for long creative sessions.
✅ [Wide Device & Software Compatibility] : Works with Windows, macOS, Android, ChromeOS, and Linux, and supports popular creative software like Photoshop, Illustrator, Clip Studio Paint, and Krita.
Details
Artist 12 3rd
New Dial Shortcut Portable Drawing Display
Micro Dial, Macro Vision
X4 Smart Chip Stylus | 16K Pressure Levels | Innovative X-Dial Shortcut
Artwork by Thailand artist Phuwadon Thongnoum
Start your creative journey with Artist 12 3rd.
This dial-enhanced portable drawing display is your perfect creative companion.
Customizable dials and shortcut keys for instant control.
Upgraded X4 Smart Chip Stylus for smooth strokes.
AG Nano-etched Glass for natural paper-like sketching.
An immersive creative experience is within your reach.
Take it anywhere and never miss a spark of inspiration,
whether you're traveling, at home, in school, or at work.
X4 Smart Chip Stylus
Upgraded Chip, Instant Response
16K Pressure Levels
Ultra-smooth and Precise Strokes
2g Initial Activation Force
Instant Response at Your Fingertips
16K Pressure Levels
Ultra-smooth and Precise Strokes
2g Initial Activation Force
Instant Response at Your Fingertips
AG Nano-etched Glass
Anti-glare,
Anti-fingerprint
99% sRGB Color
Gamut Coverage
Vivid Colors and Crisp Details
99% sRGB Color
Gamut Coverage
Vivid Colors and Crisp Details
X-Dial Shortcut
Efficient Control,
Immersive Drawing
Slim ID Design
11.9-inch Display, Light to Carry
Slim ID Design
11.9-inch Display, Light to Carry
Foldable Stand
Draw in Comfortable Position
One Cable Connection
Tidy Indoors,
Convenient Outdoors
One Cable Connection
Tidy Indoors,
Convenient Outdoors
Phuwadon Thongnoum
Living in Bangkok, Thailand, Phuwadon Thongnoum is an independent illustrator and artist dedicated to bringing imaginative characters to life in the real world. He is well-known for the project, Missing the Cat, which aims to inspire people to view the world in a warm and open way. He has collaborated with brands and art institutions such as Banpu, Charmyai brewing and Bridge Art Agency.
XPPen is excited to collaborate with Phuwadon Thongnoum to fuse art and technology with the launch of the Artist 12 3rd drawing display.
Efficient Control,
Immersive Creation
The innovative X-Dial and shortcut keys provide effortless control over your creation.
Just scroll or press to take productivity to new heights.
Master Your Canvas
with X-Dial
Take a close look at the brand-new X-Dial. This innovative design allows you to zoom in and out of the canvas or adjust the thickness of strokes, simply by scrolling the two dials—everything crafted for your convenience.
Speed Up Workflow
with Shortcut Keys
Eight customizable shortcut keys support side and front presses. The new button design saves space for a higher screen-to-body ratio. Press these keys to delete, copy, undo and perform more operations for higher productivity.
Packed Power in Slim Body
Artist 12 3rd redefines the portability of drawing displays. Weighing just 719g and featuring an 11.9-inch screen, it fits perfectly into your bag. Creating on the go has never been easier.
11.9 Inch
Display Size
719g
Weight
Power Inside,
Creativity Unbound
Powered by the brand-new X4 smart chip,
the revolutionary X4 Smart Chip Stylus merges cutting-edge performance with sleek design.
It is designed to transform your strokes into art perfection.
Next-Level Sensitivity
Upgraded Chip, Instant Response
By incorporating the power-efficient X4 chip, the stylus delivers faster response time for your strokes.
Sensing with Slightest Force
The initial activation force of the stylus has been reduced to 2g, providing instant feedback when the pen tip touches the display.
Next-Level Smooth
Snap. It's Attached
Meet the first magnetic stylus of XPPen drawing display. With a simple snap, it securely attaches to the top of the Artist 12 3rd, making picking up and storage effortless.
Draw with Precise Strokes
The upgraded 16K pressure levels empower you to draw strokes of varying thickness with precision, restoring the natural feel of a real pen.
Next-Level Stability
Less Shaking in Pen Tip
Thanks to its bullet-shaped pen tip, the stylus is not only durable but also provides enhanced tip stability for focused creation.
Shorter Tip Travel Distance
The enhanced sensor solution reduces pen tip travel distance to just 0.3mm, significantly minimizing nib wobble.
See Comparisons Between
X4 Smart Chip Stylus
and
X3 Smart Chip Stylus
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100% higher pressure levels
16384
X4 Smart Chip Stylus
8192
X3 Smart Chip Stylus
50% shorter response time
30ms
X4 Smart Chip Stylus
70ms
X3 Smart Chip Stylus
*All data above were taken from laboratory simulation tests and may vary depending on the operating environment.
Paper-like Display,
Lifelike Visuals
Experience a paper-like display featuring crisp clarity and accurate color reproduction.
Your creations deserve to be showcased with clarity and realism.
Durable for Use, Easy on Eyes
The full-laminated display is crafted with AG nano-etched glass and AF coating. It resists glare, scratches, fingerprints, and stains while reducing eye strain. You'll enjoy a true pen-on-paper precision with zero distractions.
Anti-glare
Anti-fingerprint
Bring Vivid Details to Life
The 11.9-inch FHD display will not disappoint you in picture quality.
It delivers detailed, exquisite, and lifelike images. Every stroke you draw will be faithfully rendered.
1920 x 1080
Resolution
A Universe of Nature
and Precise Colors
The color performance of Artist 12 3rd is impressive. With a 99% sRGB color gamut coverage ratio and color accuracy of Delta E < 1.2*, it displays an extensive color spectrum with true-to-life color fidelity.
*This data is average and applies only to sRGB.
Color Gamut Coverage Ratio (Typical)
99%
sRGB
97%
Adobe RGB
97%
Display P3
Hyper-real Colors in Every Pixel
The drawing display reproduces 16.7 million colors with smooth and subtle transitions.
Experience the flawless color gradients across the entire display.
16.7 Million
Colors
Effortless for Extended Use
The Artist 12 3rd uses DC dimming to auto-adjust brightness for ambient lighting.
The brightness buttons support OSD function, allowing instant color space adjustment.
Your eyes are protected even during extended use.
260nit
Brightness
Comfortable Creation,
Convenient Connection
With a foldable stand and a convenient cable connection,
creating is such a delight in any place.
Adjust Anywhere,
Create Everywhere
Place the Artist 12 3rd on the foldable stand, which provides a suitable supportive angle. The stand allows you to create comfortably and is compact enough to fit in a bag and easy to carry.
Connect and Create
with One Cable
With a full-featured USB-C cable, the drawing display connects to your device*using a single cable, providing both power and stable data transfer—no messy wires, perfect for on-the-go creativity.
* Supports direct connection to computer or Android phone/tablet via USB-C cable. The actual performance depends on the device's battery level and the USB port's power output. Some phones may require an external power source for a stable connection.
One Display, Infinite Possibilities
Art Education
Combining a portable display and a smooth stylus, it is perfect for you to create anywhere.
Illustration Creation
The 16K pressure-level stylus offers delicate, sensitive, and smooth strokes, restoring a pen-on-paper drawing experience.
Graphic Design
The FHD display features high color accuracy, meeting the color requirements of graphic design.
Creative Design
X-dial and shortcut keys provide convenient canvas controls for more complex design tasks.
On-the-go Creation
The slim body and magnetic stylus of the Artist 12 3rd make it perfect for creating outdoors.
Creation on Double Displays
Connect the drawing display to a larger screen for an expanded viewing area. Boost productivity and unlock your complete creative potential.
Compatible with Devices,
Software and Systems
Support mainstream systems: Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.13 or later,
Android 10.0 or later (USB 3.1 DP1.2 required), ChromeOS 88 or later, Linux, and Windows ARM.
Compatible with popular digital art software such as Adobe Photoshop,
Illustrator, SAI, CDR, Clip Studio Paint, GIMP, Krita, MediBang, FireAlpaca, Toonboom, Maya, and Blender3D, etc.
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Package Contents
1 x Artist 12 3rd Gen Drawing Display
1 x X4 Smart Chip Stylus
10 x Replacement Pen Nibs
1 x Pen Nib Clip
1 x USB C Cable
1 x Foldable Stand
1 x Drawing Glove
1 x Cleaning Cloth
1 x Quick Guide
1 x Warranty Card
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