Fosi Audio SK02vsSMSL DL200
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the Fosi Audio SK02 and SMSL DL200 — two popular dacs in the Chinese HiFi space.
Specifications
Spec
Fosi Audio SK02
SMSL DL200
Chipset
ESS ES9038Q2M
ESS ES9039Q2M
Inputs
USB-C, Optical
USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth
Outputs
3.5mm SE, 4.4mm Balanced, 3.5mm AUX/Pre-out
6.35mm SE, 4.4mm Balanced, RCA, TRS Balanced Line Out
Power
1100mW @ 32Ω (Balanced)
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Features
High/Low Gain, PCM/DSD Indicators, Optical Input
MQA-CD Decoding, 7 Filters, Remote Control
Remote Control
✗
✓
Tube Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✓
✓
Price (estimated)
Price
~$99
~$189
Difference
~$90.00 cheaper (Fosi Audio SK02)
Things to Know
Fosi Audio SK02
- ⚠No dedicated power switch; long-press the volume knob to turn on/off.
- ⚠The volume status light flashes to indicate level changes, which some find annoying.
- ⚠Form factor is tall and narrow; light weight means it can tip over if using heavy cables.
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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