Which is better, Chinese studies or calligraphy?

Of course, calligraphy is very easy to test, because calligraphy is also the basis of painting. With the foundation of calligraphy, learning to draw will get twice the result with half the effort in the future.

Both calligraphy and painting need to practice quietness, artistic conception, aesthetics and layout.

Anyway, learn calligraphy first.

I think it is better to learn calligraphy first, and learning calligraphy well is also a good foundation for learning painting in the future.