| Name | TCL NxtPaper 12 Pro | XPPen Magic Drawing pad |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | ~$499 | $499.99 |
| Released | Jan 2023 | Jan 2024 |
| Availability | Discontinued | Available |
| Check price: | Amazon | Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | Android 12 | Android 14 |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Display size (inch) | 12.2″ | 12.2″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2160×1440 | 2160×1440 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 213 PPI | 213 PPI |
| Stylus support? (active) | ✔ | ✔ EMR |
| HDR support (types) | ❌ | ? |
| Refresh rate (max) | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Mediatek MT8771 | Mediatek MT8781 |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| CPU cores | 8-core | 8-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 2.4 GHz | 2.2 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 256 | 256 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Main camera | ||
| Primary (wide) | 13 MP | 13 MP |
| Secondary camera(s)? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Photo HDR? | ❌ | ? |
| Video HDR? | ❌ | ? |
| Video resolutions | 1080p@30 fps | 1080p@30 fps |
| Selfie-camera | ||
| Primary | 8 MP wide | 8 MP wide |
| Secondary camera(s)? | 8 MP | ? |
| Face recognition? | Face unlock | ? |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ❌ | ? |
| Selfie video resolutions | 1080p@30 fps | ? |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.1 |
| NFC? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Cellular networks | 5G (cellular model) | ❌ |
| SIM type? (physical) | Nano | ❌ |
| eSIM? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Charging & data port | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C |
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 8000 mAh | 8000 mAh |
| Charging speed? | 18 W | 33 W |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 4× | 4× |
| Audio channels | 2.0 (stereo) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 27.90×19.25×0.69 | 27.9×19.2×0.69 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 10.98×7.58×0.27 | 10.98×7.56×0.27 |
| Weight (gram): | 599 | 590 |
| Weight (lbs): | 1.32 | 1.30 |
| Build & design | ||
| IP-Code | ❌ | ❌ |
| Body material | ? | ? |
| Fingerprint sensor? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Keyboard connector? | ✔ Pogo pins (side) | ✔ Pogo pins (side) |
| Special (design) features? | Matte display (Nxtpaper) | Matte display |
| Selfie camera placement? | Side bezel | Side bezel |
| Color options: | Navy Blue | Blue/gray |
| Included accessories | Stylus | X3 Pro Slim stylus, case, 8× pen nibs, nib extractor, drawing glove |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | 9494G | 2AKDT-9494G |
| Official site link: | TCL.com | XP-Pen.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Amazon |
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