Fosi Audio K5 ProvsTopping D50 III
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the Fosi Audio K5 Pro and Topping D50 III — two popular dacs in the Chinese HiFi space.
Specifications
Spec
Fosi Audio K5 Pro
Topping D50 III
Chipset
Texas Instruments NE5532 (Op-Amp)
Dual ESS ES9039Q2M
Inputs
USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, 3.5mm Mic In
USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.1 (LDAC)
Outputs
6.35mm Headphone, RCA Line Out
RCA, TRS Balanced
Features
Microphone Input, Tone Controls, PS5 Compatible
10-Band PEQ (Hardware), Bluetooth Remote, 5V Output Mode
Remote Control
✗
✓
Tube Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✓
✗
Price (estimated)
Price
~$54
~$229
Difference
~$175.00 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.
Topping D50 III
- ⚠The PEQ software requires a Windows PC to configure initially.
- ⚠TRS balanced outputs require adapter cables to connect to standard XLR amps.
- ⚠The joystick control on the front is tiny and can feel fiddly.
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