Wacom Cintiq 16 (2025) 2.5K Pen Display with Wacom Pro Pen 3

Overview

Bring digital artwork, illustration and design directly onto the screen with the Wacom Cintiq 16 (2025 Edition), a professional pen display featuring a 16-inch 2.5K IPS screen, anti-glare etched glass and the advanced Wacom Pro Pen 3.

Its 2560 × 1600 WQXGA resolution provides approximately 1.8 times the resolution of Full HD, while the bonded anti-glare glass helps reduce reflections and creates natural friction for a more paper-like drawing experience.

Designed for illustrators, designers, students and serious creative users, the Cintiq 16 combines high colour accuracy, near-zero parallax and precise pen input in a slim, fanless design.

A compatible Windows PC or Mac is required for operation.

Key Features & Benefits

• 16-Inch 2.5K Pen Display – Spacious active drawing area with a sharp 2560 × 1600 WQXGA resolution.

• IPS Display Technology – Provides consistent colour reproduction and wide viewing angles for creative work.

• 99% DCI-P3 Colour Coverage – High colour-gamut coverage makes the display well suited to illustration, design and colour-sensitive creative workflows.

• Anti-Glare Etched Glass – Reduces reflections while adding subtle surface friction to create a more natural pen-on-paper feel.

• Direct Bonding Technology – Reduces the gap between the display surface and image layer, helping minimise parallax so the cursor appears closer to the pen tip.

• Wacom Pro Pen 3 Included – The same generation of pen technology used across Wacom’s professional pen-display range.

• 8,192 Pressure Levels – Detects subtle changes in pen pressure for precise control over brush size, opacity and line weight.

• ±60° Tilt Recognition – Supports natural shading techniques and expressive brush behaviour in compatible creative software.

• Battery-Free Pen – Wacom’s electromagnetic resonance technology means the Pro Pen 3 does not require charging.

• Three Side Switches – Customisable pen buttons provide quick access to frequently used shortcuts.

• Customisable Pen Design – Optional grips, weights and button configurations allow the Pro Pen 3 to be personalised further.

• 16:10 Aspect Ratio – Provides additional vertical workspace compared with a conventional 16:9 display.

• 290 cd/m² Brightness – Provides comfortable brightness for indoor studio and desk environments.

• 1400:1 Contrast Ratio – Helps provide clear distinction between bright and dark image areas.

• 60Hz Refresh Rate – Smooth display operation for drawing, editing and general creative work.

• 12ms Response Time – Responsive screen performance designed for direct pen interaction.

• Built-In 20° Foldable Feet – Quickly position the display at a comfortable working angle without requiring a separate stand.

• VESA 75 × 75mm Compatible – Supports compatible monitor arms and optional stands for more flexible positioning.

• USB-C Single-Cable Support – On compatible computers with DisplayPort Alt Mode and sufficient USB Power Delivery, video, data and power can be carried through a single USB-C connection.

• HDMI Connectivity Option – Supports connection to computers that use HDMI together with the required USB connection.

• Fanless Design – Operates quietly without an internal cooling fan, helping maintain a distraction-free creative workspace.

• Slim 15mm Chassis – Compact design fits comfortably into smaller desks and home studio environments.

Why Choose This Product?

The Wacom Cintiq 16 (2025) bridges the gap between entry-level drawing tablets and Wacom’s higher-end professional pen displays.

Its biggest upgrade over the older Cintiq 16 generation is the combination of a 2.5K display, anti-glare bonded glass and Wacom Pro Pen 3, providing significantly improved sharpness and a more direct pen-to-screen drawing experience.

The 99% DCI-P3 colour coverage also makes it much more suitable for colour-critical illustration and design than basic drawing displays.

For creators who want to draw directly onto a screen but do not need touch input or the larger workspace of a 24-inch model, the Cintiq 16 offers a strong balance of precision, portability and professional pen technology.

Specifications

Wacom confirms the 2025 Cintiq 16 uses a 2.5K 2560 × 1600 IPS panel, 99% DCI-P3 colour coverage, anti-glare glass, 290-nit brightness and Wacom Pro Pen 3.

The included Pro Pen 3 provides 8,192 pressure levels, three side switches and improved ±60° tilt recognition.

Ideal for digital artists, illustrators, designers, animators, students and serious hobbyists who want a high-resolution pen display with precise Wacom pen technology and a natural drawing surface.