Yes, the Surface Pro is good for drawing. This is due to the quality and feel of the various Surface Pens, and the size, responsiveness, and colors of the screen.
Whether digital drawing is something you do for fun, or a part of your job/schooling, you need to have the right tools to find success. Trying to draw on a subpar tablet can be an annoying and restrictive experience. Thankfully, the Surface Pro isn’t subpar when it comes to drawing.
Let’s go over a few of the reasons why the Surface Pro is a good choice for those who draw.
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Key Takeaways
- There are a variety of different Surface Pens, and many of them offer a superb feel and performance when drawing.
- The responsive, large, and bright screen is a joy to write on and lets your art really shine.
- The more modern the Surface Pro you have, generally the better it will be for drawing.
The Surface Pen
The utensil you use to draw with is arguably the most important part of the drawing experience. When you draw on the Surface Pro, you will use one of the many Surface Pens. While the original iterations of the Surface Pen left a lot to be desired, the newer models are incredible.
You don’t need to put a lot of pressure to use the pen, it experiences very little (if any) lag, and provides a realistic feel and experience. The sensitivity is great, the ability to tilt for shading is intuitive, and it comes in a few different colors to choose from.
In addition to the Surface Pen, there is also the Surface Slim Pen and Slim Pen 2. These are more sleek and thin, feature a sharper tip for more detailed drawing, and feel very accurate. The Slim Pen 2 also features haptic feedback to mimic the feel of writing on a piece of paper.
No matter what you need to draw, there is a Surface Pen out there that can help make sure it turns out beautifully.
Responsive, Bright, and Large Screen
The screen of the Surface Pro is another aspect that makes it good for drawing. On newer Surface Pro models, the screen is 13” which is large enough to accommodate for most types of drawing.
Being restricted on space is never a good thing while drawing, and the Surface Pro has a much larger screen than the iPad and other tablets.
In addition to the ample amount of drawing space that the Surface Pro provides, the high resolution and brightness really add to the experience. Colors look great on the screen, and you should have no problem identifying every little detail of your drawing to ensure it is perfect.
The newer models have a strong refresh rate, and ensure that all of the drawings you create look vibrant and clear.
FAQs
Here are a few commonly asked questions about drawing on the Surface Pro, as well as their answers.
Which is the best Surface Pro for drawing?
While you can draw on any Surface Pro well, the best options are the newer models like the Surface Pro 8, Surface Pro 9, and Surface Pro X. The reason for this is because they have a larger 13” screen and a higher resolution, not to mention better performance in general.
Which apps are best for drawing on the Surface Pro?
There are several high-quality drawing apps for the Surface Pro like Clip Studio Paint, Adobe Fresco, Leonardo, Krita, Concepts, and OneNote. It is a good idea to read more about each option, or consider trying them out, before deciding which one to use.
Final Thoughts
If you want to be able to draw on the go without carrying a bunch of pencils and paper with you, the Surface Pro is a great option. All Surface Pros are great to draw on, but the newer models take this to the next level.
The Surface Pen provides a realistic experience, and the high-quality screen helps you see each and every detail and intricacy of your drawing.
What are your favorite things to draw on your tablet? Let us know in a comment below!
