Precision on a 22-Inch Canvas

The Wacom Cintiq 22 centers its experience around a large 21.5-inch Full HD display that gives artists generous drawing space without stepping into ultra-premium pricing. The screen size supports illustration, animation, photo work, and long creative sessions with enough room for detailed projects and full interface layouts. For many users, the scale alone becomes one of the product’s biggest advantages.

The included Pro Pen 2 remains a major strength of the Cintiq 22. With 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity and responsive tilt support, pen input feels accurate and natural across sketching, line work, shading, and painting tasks. Pen tracking is precise and dependable, giving the display a professional drawing experience that continues to make Wacom a reference point in digital art hardware.

Designed for the Studio Desk

The included adjustable stand supports a more comfortable drawing angle and helps the Cintiq 22 adapt to different workspaces. Its physical design prioritizes stability over portability, giving the display a dependable studio feel during longer sessions. The larger footprint requires desk space, though many artists see that tradeoff as part of gaining a more immersive drawing surface.

The Cintiq 22 uses a straightforward HDMI and USB setup that connects easily to Windows and macOS systems, keeping installation relatively simple for most creators. One notable limitation is the lack of touch support, which separates it from more expensive display tablets. Navigation and interaction rely fully on the pen and connected peripherals.