Topping D50 IIIvsTopping DX3 Pro+
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the Topping D50 III and Topping DX3 Pro+ — two popular dacs in the Chinese HiFi space.
Specifications
Spec
Topping D50 III
Topping DX3 Pro+
Chipset
Dual ESS ES9039Q2M
ESS ES9038Q2M
Inputs
USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.1 (LDAC)
USB, Optical x2, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.1 (LDAC)
Outputs
RCA, TRS Balanced
RCA, 3.5mm Headphone
Features
10-Band PEQ (Hardware), Bluetooth Remote, 5V Output Mode
NFCA Amplifier, Auto-Standby, Gain Settings (+6dB/+19dB)
Remote Control
✓
✓
Tube Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✗
✓
Price (estimated)
Price
~$229
~$199
Difference
~$30.00 cheaper (Topping DX3 Pro+)
Things to Know
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.
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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