DAC Comparison
FiiO K5PRO vs Fiio BTR5
FiiO K5PRO The K5PRO is a compact, desktop DAC/headphone amp combo by FiiO. It features the leading AK4493 DAC chip with a wide variety of inputs and outputs to create a great value proposition. $149.99 MSRP | Fiio BTR5 The Fiio BTR5 is a well regarded, portable Bluetooth DAC/Amp. Not only does the BTR5 accept digital audio input via Bluetooth, but it can also work as a dedicated portable amplifier through USB-C input. $109.99 MSRP | |
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| Features | ||
Physical Dimensions | ||
| Mass | 43.7 gram | |
| Power | AC 115v AC 230v | USB-C |
Input/Output | ||
| Inputs | Coaxial S/PDIF RCA TOSLINK S/PDIF USB-B | USB-C |
| Outputs | ¼ inch RCA | 3.5mm Balanced 2.5mm |
Audio | ||
| Sample Rate | 32 bit / 768 kHz | 32 bit / 384 kHz |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 40 kHz | |
| DAC Chip | AKM AK4493 | |
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Portability | ||
| Wireless | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC aptX aptX HD aptX LL LDAC SBC | |
| Battery Life | 540 minute | |
| Battery Capacity | 550 mAh | |
| Reviews | Audio Science ReviewIn that regard, and in the context of a budget product that is designed reasonably well, I am going to recommend the Fiio K5 Pro. | No reviews available |
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