Datacolor recently released the next generation of color calibration tools: the Spyder X2 Elite and the Spyder X2 Ultra. They have fully redesigned the color engine with increased calibration speeds, better low light capabilities and improved color accuracy.
Note: Datacolor sent us the Spyder X2 Ultra to review and keep. However, this is a completely independent review. All thoughts about this calibration tool are our own.
I must admit that I have not calibrated my monitors in years. So the chance to update my system and finally calibrate them was great. It was such an easy and simple process.
Pros
- Easy to set up and use
- Solid construction
- Simple instructions to run and calibrate multiple monitors
Cons
- No cons that I can come up with
Datacolor Spyder X2 Ultra — Technical specifications
All the Flex Light Pro technical specifications are from the official datacolor website.
- Spyder X2 colorimeter
- USB-C to USB-A Adapter
- Welcome card with link to software download and warranty information
- Unique serial number to activate the software
- Link to online demonstrations, user guide, videos and support
System requirements
- Windows 10 32/64, Windows 11
- Mac OS X 10.14, 10.15, 11 (Big Sur), 12 (Monterey), 13 (Ventura)
- Monitor resolution 1280×768 or greater, 16-bit video card (24-bit recommended), 1GB of available RAM, 500MB of available hard disk
- Internet connection for software download
Datacolor Spyder X2 Ultra — Features
The Datacolor Spyder X2 Ultra also includes these great features:
- Advanced display mapping and analysis
- Side-by-side multiple computer/display calibration
- Video and cinema targets
- Unlimited calibration settings
- Soft proofing
- Room light monitoring
Datacolor Spyder X2 Ultra — Easy to install and run
From right out of the box to downloading the software to running the calibration, this is so simple to do. It took me about 10 minutes in total. Datacolor makes calibration accurate and easy. They walk you through each step of the process.
There are also easy-to-read instructions and illustrations that really make this a breeze.
