7P: Wacom One 2019 GEN1 (DTC-133)
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This solid but dated beginner tablet - and it is somewhat overpriced for what it is. If you can get it used for $150 it, then that is a good deal.
Taking the screen and the pen into consideration, this tablet provides a DECENT drawing experience but not EXCELLENT. It is very suited for beginners.
In 2023, Wacom released two updated pen display versions in the Wacom One 2023 (GEN2) series
Wacom One 2023 13 touch (DTH-134)
Wacom One 2023 12 (DTC-121)
In my initial investigation in 2023, I wasn't too happy with these newer versions. However, now in 2025 I should re-examine them to see if firmware and driver updates have improved their drawing experience.
See:
I still find 13" tablets a little too small for me. I normally recommend 16" tablets. But as a starter tablet or intended for use by a child, this size works well.
GOOD. has low amount of wobble.
The tablet comes with a 3-in-1 cable. Wacom calls this the "X-shape cable". And you must use this specific cable from Wacom.
NOTE: Cable attachment direction
Also when you plug in the 3-in-1 cable to the top of the tablet, the cord from should go to the left. If the cord goes to the right the tablet won't work. See the diagram below from Wacom's user manual for this tablet.
Single USB-C connection
The tablet DOES NOT work with a single USB-C cable.
USB-port reliability
Based on what I have seen with user feedback on this tablet over the years, the USB-C port can get loose and eventually make it difficult for the cable to securely stay in place. This can cause loss of video signal. So be gentle with that port.
This has an AVHA display panel, not IPS. The colors are a little washed out and viewing angles are not great as other oen displays
The supplied Wacom One GEN1 pen (CP-913) is a decent pen. It's not as good as what you would find with the Pro Pen 2. It is comparable to the Samsung S pen in terms of IAF and pressure range.
This tablet has two legs on the back that can place the tablet at an angle more convenient for drawing.
This tablet does not have any VESA mounting holes.
Besides the Wacom One GEN1 pen (CP-913), the Wacom One GEN1 (DTC-133) tablet is compatible with other pens not made by Wacom.
The Wacom One (DTC-133) uses a PROPRIETARY 3-in-1 cable that Wacom calls the "X-Shape cable" (ACK44506Z).
Much more here:
Pen compatibility list from Wacom:
r/wacom - y 2020/12/26
2023/09/07
r/Wacom - 2022/01/13
You can purchase it from the Wacom store: .
