huion gt-220 v2 review

So, you have saved enough money to buy a new tablet monitor. Regardless of whether you are a beginner who is just about to start learning or a professional graphic designer, you definitely want to get a truly reliable tablet monitor through which you can draw breath-taking arts and high-precision sketches. Right now, there are two popular products that are available in the same price range: Huion GT 220 V2 vs Cintiq.

Of course, if one is looking for the best tablet monitor, Wacom's Cintiq is among the very first names that would be recommended. However, many people think that Cintiq is a little bit too expensive. For example, you can get Huion GT 220 V2 at about the same price as Cintiq 13HD, yet the Huion model offers a much larger display and two pens. So, which tablet monitor should you choose? See the comparisons between Huion GT 220 V2 and Wacom Cintiq 13HD below to find the answer!

Computer Connection
One thing is true for both of these two devices. They simply act as interactive display monitors, so they are designed to work with a personal computer. Neither of them has a built-in operating system to operate independently – that's a feature that you can only find in more expensive models.

Huion GT 220 V2 requires at least two connections to your computer, one HDMI and one USB. In addition, it also requires a power cord. Optionally, you can also put another USB connection, which is for recharging the pens. You see, this model comes with two pens that operate with built-in batteries; you can use one pen while recharging the other pen.

On the other hand, Wacom Cintiq 13HD works with a battery-free pen, so there is no need for you to recharge anything. The device only requires two connections to your computer, one HDMI and one USB. It also requires a power cord. Such design is much more convenient; you won't have to bother switching your pen in the middle of a project, and your work space will be less cluttered.

Design and Feature
When choosing between Huion GT 220 V2 vs Cintiq, consider that they come with different designs and features. Huion GT 220 V2 is much larger, and it is also so much heavier. It will be quite a bulk of weight if you plan to bring it along to places. Nevertheless, on the back of the device, you can find an integrated adjustable stand, which is very nice. You can adjust the angle of the device to the most comfortable position.

However, not many people like the fact that Huion GT 220 V2 has its buttons placed at the bottom. When the device is put in a standing position, the buttons become difficult to access. And it doesn't have programmable keys for shortcuts.

However, in addition to the three connectors we have previously mentioned (power cord, HDMI, USB), Huion GT 220 V2 also comes with DVI and VGA connectors. These two additional connectors can be handy if your PC doesn't have the HDMI port, even though you can indeed buy a converter instead.

Wacom Cintiq 13HD is much more compact, lightweight, and portable. It is so slim that you can easily slip it into your backpack. In addition, it allows you to set up shortcuts by utilizing the four customizable Express Keys and rocker ring, which are all placed on the left side of the display screen. The placement is very convenient.

Wacom Cintiq 13HD does not have DVI or VGA connectors. It solely uses the HDMI and USB ports to connect with the PC. If you are using, say, a MacBook Pro, you need to equip yourself with a converter that adapts Mini-DVI/Lightning Bolt to HDMI.

Display
One of the most significant differences between Huion GT 220 V2 vs Cintiq is the display screen size. Huion GT 220 V2 comes with a much larger display screen, with a diagonal of 21.5" and the dimensions of 476.64 mm x 268.11 mm. On the other hand, Wacom Cintiq 13HD only has a 13.3" display screen with an active area of 299 mm x 171 mm. If you plan on using the tablet monitor along with a keyboard and mouse, the smaller size is actually an advantage.

In terms of display, Huion GT 220 V2 seems to be slightly better than Wacom Cintiq 13HD. Well, both models here use IPS panels for the best image quality and performance. Both also boast the Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution, with 5080 lines per inch. But Huion GT 220 V2 offers more flexible viewing angles. It can be seen without distortion from an angle of up to 178 degrees in both horizontal and vertical directions. It also has slightly higher contrast ratio.

Performance
Both Huion GT 220 V2 vs Cintiq 13HD tablet monitors do not support multi-touch. In terms of performance, these two devices offer different advantages, but Cintiq 13HD comes out as the better-performing model in the end.

Huion GT 220 V2 is awesome because it has very high pen pressure levels, which is up to 8192 levels. With such range, it can translate your drawings with high precision, from the finest lines to the boldest scratches. In addition, it also has an excellent response time of 14 ms.

However, Huion GT 220 V2 isn't as accurate as the Cintiq model. Well, it is quite accurate and reliable, but the accuracy range of plus-minus 3 mm doesn't sound impressive. You may find it registering your input not right under the pen. In addition, Huion GT 220 V2 also has some typos in the interface – it is made in China, if you wonder why.

On the other hand, Wacom Cintiq 13HD only has 2048 pressure levels. That's great, but many users wish that it can go a little bit higher. Nevertheless, the best thing about this model in terms of performance is the superior accuracy. It is highly accurate.

Warranty
When buying Huion GT 220 V2 from the official website, you can choose to add a six-month warranty or a one-year warranty. The additional warranty adds some extra bucks to the total cost. If you are dissatisfied with the product due to subjective reasons, you have 7 days to return it, but you will be charged by some fee. Meanwhile, you have 30 days for a refund due to quality issues.

Wacom Cintiq 13HD is equipped with different limited warranties for different regions. For Europe, China, Africa, and Middle East, the period is three year. For USA, Canada, and Latin America, the warranty period is two years. For Japan and Asia Pacific, the period is one year.

	Huion GT 220 V2	Cintiq
Brand	Huion	Wacom
Key features	- Improved Performance – The 2nd generation of the GT-220 pen display has solved the problem of awaking from sleep mode, cursor offset, breaking lines; It optimized the overall linearity - Upgraded Firmware – Provides a more accurate and responsive cursor positioning experience for drawing; It fulfills users the efficiency needed for greater productivity	- Enjoy the natural creative experience of working directly on screen - Pressure (2048 levels) and tilt sensitive Wacom Pro Pen performs like traditional brushes, pencils and markers - Premium, 13.3", HD Display (1920 X 1080) with wide viewing angle,get a HDMI to Mini Display Port adapter to connect the DTK1300 to a Macbook Pro
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Conclusion
In the end, we recommend you to choose Wacom Cintiq 13HD due to several reasons. It has a more compact and convenient design. It is more portable, and the programmable keys are very handy. It also has a better warranty. But, most importantly, the superior accuracy is the strongest point to choose this model.