Gustard R26vsTopping DX3 Pro+
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the Gustard R26 and Topping DX3 Pro+ — two popular dacs in the Chinese HiFi space.
Specifications
Spec
Gustard R26
Topping DX3 Pro+
Chipset
Discrete R2R Ladder
ESS ES9038Q2M
Inputs
LAN (Streamer), USB, I2S, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth
USB, Optical x2, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.1 (LDAC)
Outputs
XLR, RCA
RCA, 3.5mm Headphone
Features
Built-in Streamer (Roon Bridge/UPnP), 10MHz Clock Input, Discrete Architecture
NFCA Amplifier, Auto-Standby, Gain Settings (+6dB/+19dB)
Remote Control
✓
✓
Tube Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✗
✓
Price (estimated)
Price
~$1649
~$199
Difference
~$1450.00 cheaper (Topping DX3 Pro+)
Things to Know
Gustard R26
- ⚠The built-in streamer software is functional but basic compared to dedicated units like Eversolo.
- ⚠Large and heavy unit that runs warm.
- ⚠Menu navigation via the small monochromatic screen can be cumbersome.
Topping DX3 Pro+
- ⚠No balanced headphone output (3.5mm single-ended only).
- ⚠The plastic volume knob feels less premium than the rest of the metal chassis.
- ⚠Some users find the 'auto-on/off' sensitivity too aggressive, waking up the unit randomly.
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