Wacom Cintiq 16 (DTK168) — 16

The Wacom Cintiq 16 (DTK168) is a pen display designed for illustrators, designers and creative professionals who want to draw directly on the screen. It features a 16" IPS display with 2.5K WQXGA resolution (2560 x 1600), anti‑glare etched glass and the battery‑free Wacom Pro Pen 3 for a natural drawing experience.

• Display: 16.0" (40.6 cm) IPS, 2560 x 1600, active area 345 x 215 mm.
• Color: 99% DCI‑P3, 100% sRGB, 8‑bit color depth.
• Pen: Wacom Pro Pen 3 — 8,192 pressure levels, ±60° tilt.
• Connectivity: USB‑C (DisplayPort Alt Mode), mini‑HDMI + USB (cables and AC adapter included).
• Design: built‑in fold‑out legs (20°), VESA 75 x 75 compatible.

Cintiq 16 balances studio‑grade pen performance with a streamlined compact design — ready for precise illustration, retouching and concept art on a desk‑friendly footprint.

Specifications

• Model: Wacom Cintiq 16 (DTK168)
• Display: 16.0" IPS, 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
• Active area: 345 x 215 mm
• Pen: Wacom Pro Pen 3 — 8,192 pressure levels, ±60° tilt
• Color: 99% DCI‑P3 (typ), 100% sRGB (typ), 8‑bit
• Brightness: 290 cd/m²
• Contrast ratio: 1400:1
• Response time: 12 ms
• Connectivity: USB‑C (DisplayPort Alt Mode), mini‑HDMI + USB
• Included: Cintiq 16, Pro Pen 3, vari‑angle pen stand, spare nibs, USB‑C cables (x2), AC power adapter
• Dimensions: 384 x 259 x 15 mm
• Weight: ~2.0 kg
• VESA: 75 x 75 mm
• Warranty: 2 years

Review

The Wacom Cintiq 16 delivers strong performance for its price class. The 2.5K screen and wide color gamut make it suitable for detailed illustration and color work. The Pro Pen 3 is responsive and comfortable, giving reliable control with minimal lag.

Pros: natural pen‑on‑paper feel, accurate colors, compact footprint with built‑in tilt. Cons: to achieve the full 2560 x 1600 resolution, your host device needs DP Alt Mode / Thunderbolt support or the appropriate adapter/cables.