Fosi Audio K5 ProvsSMSL DL200
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the Fosi Audio K5 Pro and SMSL DL200 — two popular dacs in the Chinese HiFi space.
Specifications
Spec
Fosi Audio K5 Pro
SMSL DL200
Chipset
Texas Instruments NE5532 (Op-Amp)
ESS ES9039Q2M
Inputs
USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, 3.5mm Mic In
USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth
Outputs
6.35mm Headphone, RCA Line Out
6.35mm SE, 4.4mm Balanced, RCA, TRS Balanced Line Out
Features
Microphone Input, Tone Controls, PS5 Compatible
MQA-CD Decoding, 7 Filters, Remote Control
Remote Control
✗
✓
Tube Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✓
✓
Price (estimated)
Price
~$54
~$189
Difference
~$135.00 cheaper (Fosi Audio K5 Pro)
Things to Know
Fosi Audio K5 Pro
- ⚠Microphone input has no gain control; volume depends entirely on the OS/Console settings.
- ⚠The internal DAC is limited to 24-bit/96kHz, which is lower than most audiophile competitors.
- ⚠Tone controls can introduce distortion if cranked to maximum.
SMSL DL200
- ⚠Menu system via the 7-segment display is cryptic and hard to memorize.
- ⚠Headphone output jacks are on the front, but line-out switching requires the remote or menu diving.
- ⚠Some units exhibit a 'pop' sound when switching sample rates (firmware dependent).
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