Product Comparison: Dell PN556W vs Dell PN579X


Dell PN556W Active Pen Stylus
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Dell PN579X Graphic Tablet Pen
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General Specifications
Brand
Dell
Dell
Model
PN556W
PN579X
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Enjoy a realistic pen on paper experience while writing on a high resolution tablet or notebook screen with the Dell Active Pen. Whether you're taking notes, creating artwork or checking your email, this pen provides a natural writing feel and quick, effortless interaction with your screen.
The Dell Premium Active Pen features flexible, multi-protocol compatibility with select Dell 2-in-1s with a Windows Ink compatible display. The pen’s multi-mode controller can be used across all protocol platforms—MPP 1.51, Wacom AES 1.0 and the latest Wacom AES 2.0 technology.
Key Specs
Compatibility
Capacitive Screens
Capacitive Screens
Tip Material
Plastic
Plastic
Tip Shape
Pointed
Pointed
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Dell PN556W Active Pen Stylus
  • Pressure sensitivity is fantastic, and totally blew away my expectations.
  • Its tip doesn't "click" which is superb as it doesn't make annoying noises when I write.
  • It is pressure-sensitive so I can choose to write with fine, thin strokes or thick ones.
  • It hovers and writes precisely on places I intend it to.
  • The pen worked great on the screen and produced fine crisp lines.
Dell PN579X Graphic Tablet Pen
  • This pen has a very nice style. Amazing nib quality.
  • Good product and works as expected. Nib made of great material.
  • Very comfortable to hold. The tip is responsive and works as expected.
Size & Weight
Height
5.71 in.
5.9 in.
Width
0.37 in.
0.4 in.
Depth
0.37 in.
0.4 in.
Weight
0.63 oz
0.69 oz
Features
Color
Gray
Black
Body Material
Plastic
Plastic
Tip Cover
No
No
Extras
Bluetooth Smart Low Energy 4.0, Ergonomic design, Pressure Sensitivity, Palm rejection
White LED indicator, Wacom Active ES technology, Wacom Active ES technology 2.0, Microsoft Pen Protocol (MPP) 1.51, Windows Ink Workspace, Ergonomic design
Integrated Clip
Yes
No
What customers say about "Features"
Dell PN556W Active Pen Stylus
  • It is light enough and its design is great - making it comfortable to hold.
  • I bought this to use on my HP Spectre x360. It works great! Notes in a briefing or class are simple.
  • It works great when it works. It responds well to pressure.
  • Looks okay. Nice heft. Buttons are fairly intuitive.
  • The stylus feels a bit insubstantial in hand.
Dell PN579X Graphic Tablet Pen
  • The battery lasts an amazingly long time.
  • Precise and easy to handle. Product works really well.
  • It is very nice to write with and feels great in my hand.
  • The pen works well with my Samsung Note 9. Great connection.
  • Only problem is you can easily click the button on the shaft.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manual
Download
Download
Manufacturer
Link
MSRP
99.99 $

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