Gaomon PD1162 graphic drawing tablet

Description

So I’ve had this Gaomon PD1162 tablet for a few months now, and honestly, it’s been a game-changer for my sketching and digital art work. I bought it a while back for a bit of a budget-friendly upgrade, and it’s been more reliable than I expected.

It’s got a 11.6-inch 1920x1080 IPS screen with 16.7 million colors — that’s a solid 8-bit display, and the colors pop. The 178° viewing angle means you can sit at different angles without losing clarity, which is nice if you’re doing things on the go. The screen is bright and clear, even in daylight, and the 25ms response time means no lag when you’re drawing.

The pen is passive — no charging needed — and it’s 8192 levels, which feels smoother than the older 4096 ones. I’ve been using it in Photoshop, Krita, and Firealpaca, and it tracks really well. I’ve set up a few custom keys too — like mapping a shortcut to “B” in Photoshop to switch to pencil mode — which saves me time when I’m doing quick sketches.

It’s also got 8 customizable express keys, so you can tailor it to whatever workflow you’re in. I’ve got it set up for both left- and right-handed use — just rotate it 180 degrees and you’re good to go.

I use it on a laptop at home and have also taken it to the studio a few times. It’s compact and light at 866g, so it doesn’t feel heavy when you’re moving around. The 3-in-1 cable makes it easy to plug in — just connect the USB, HDMI, and power parts.

One thing to note: if you’re on a Mac, you’ll need an HDMI adapter (not a USB to HDMI one). I used a UGREEN one and it worked fine. Make sure it’s a VGA/DVI/DP to HDMI, not the other way around — and ideally, go for a single-port adapter rather than a hub.

It came with a full driver package, and I’ve tested it on Windows 10 and macOS 12 — both work smoothly. The only hiccup I had was the initial HDMI setup, which I sorted out by double-checking the connection to the graphics card, not the motherboard.

It’s not brand-name luxury, but it’s solid for what it does. I’ve used it in a few art projects and it’s held up well. I’m keeping it as a daily tool, and it’s been worth the price — especially for someone who’s just getting into digital art.

It’s from llanwrda, Carmarthenshire, and I’m looking to part with it after a few more months of use. It’s in like-new condition, no scratches, and everything works as expected. If you're into digital art and want something reliable without breaking the bank, it’s definitely worth a look.

(Price is £54 — happy to chat if you’re interested!)