Dell Premium Active Pen Pn579x (Bluetooth 4.2)

The Dell Premium Active Pen PN579X is a high-quality active stylus designed for Dell 2-in-1 laptops and tablets. It offers 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity, tilt support, a 240Hz report rate, and multi-protocol compatibility (AES 2.0 & Microsoft Pen Protocol). It features Bluetooth 4.2 for quick-launch functions, 3 customizable buttons, and runs on a single AAAA battery. Ideal for note-taking, drawing, and precise digital inking.

The PN579X is Dell’s premium active stylus from around 2018–2020. It stands out for its multi-protocol support, making it more versatile than many other pens of its era. It provides a natural writing and drawing experience with low latency.
Key Specifications:

Pressure Sensitivity: 4096 levels
Report Rate: Up to 240 Hz
Tilt Support: Yes (application dependent)
Connectivity: Bluetooth 4.2 (for button functions and quick launch)
Buttons: 2 side buttons + 1 top button (customizable via Windows Ink)
Battery: 1 × AAAA alkaline battery (up to ~12 months life)
Extras: Magnetic attachment on some Dell devices, tether/lanyard, LED indicator

Compatibility:

Best with Dell 2-in-1 laptops (Inspiron, XPS, Latitude models with active pen support).
Works on many Windows devices supporting AES or MPP.

Not fully compatible with all non-Dell devices (some features may be limited).