Product Comparison: xDuoo XD-05 vs Fiio E17K


General Specifications
Brand
xDuoo
Fiio
Model
XD-05
E17K
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Xduoo XD-05 DAC headphone amp can connect iPhone/iPad/iPod, Android phones (with OTG), computers and other audio devices directly. Effectively improves the sound quality of your audio equipment.
The FiiO E17K is a portable headphone amplifier and digital to analog converter (DAC). The E17K has a built in rechargeable lithium battery and USB charger, allowing you to charge on your PC or with a USB adapter.
Key Specs
Built-in DAC
AKM AK4490
PCM5102
Type
Portable
Portable
Sample Resolution/Rate
32-bit / 384kHz
24-bit / 96kHz
Signal/Noise Ratio
112 dB
105 dB
What customers say about "Key Specs"
xDuoo XD-05 DSD DAC Portable Audio Headphone Amplifier
  • This DAC is very versatile, for those looking into higher end audio without breaking the bank, to those wanting a better portable experience.
  • I am honestly surprised that this DAC isn't more popular. Amazing device, highly recommend!
  • Awesome DAC / Amp combo! Takes your audio to an entirely different level!
  • I had a 'Groove Tube' and put it in. Sounds fantastic! Impressive purchase!
  • Sounds much better than the portable options I've tried. Good portable device.
Fiio E17K ALPEN 2 USB DAC Headphone Amplifier
  • The E17k allows you to adjust for bass and treble or listen to your music flat, boosts the volume and trancodes your digital signal to analog.
  • The higher ohm rating the headphone more this dac shines.
  • Poweramp player just fine for music. Treble is clear.
  • The built quality is all aluminum with a clear easy to read menu window. DAC does its job perfectly.
  • Great for rock and roll! Strongly recommend this amp/dac.
Size & Weight
Color
Silver
Black
Height
0.9 in.
0.5 in.
Width
5.49 in.
4.1 in.
Depth
2.95 in.
2.45 in.
Weight
9.52 oz.
3.88 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
xDuoo XD-05 DSD DAC Portable Audio Headphone Amplifier
  • The XD-05 is a large portable Dac/amp. The potentiometer is not blocked by an extruding protecting arm like many other portable's. I like this because of it's ease of access.
  • Its a nice weight, feels solid, and I just love the little switches.
  • Build quality is very nice and easy to use controls. feels ideal in size and weight comparison.
  • The case is sturdy aluminum about the size of a modern smartphone but 3x as thick.
  • This pretty little guy takes some getting used to, but works great with ALL my different headphones and sources.
Fiio E17K ALPEN 2 USB DAC Headphone Amplifier
  • Smaller than a phone so very portable. Highly recommend.
  • Great advantage of this unit is its portability. The unit is about the size of a deck of cards (and feels lighter as well).
  • The small size makes it extremely convenient to carry around and use with my cell phone on the go and my computer at home.
  • It is compact, about the size of a thicker, older smartphone, but made of dense, high quality aluminum construction.
  • It's very small - a third the size of your phone - so it's gonna be like your remote control, and get lost in the couch a lot.
Features
Enclosure Material
Aluminium
Aluminium
Max. Frequency Response
100 kHz
20 kHz
Min. Frequency Response
10 Hz
20 Hz
Controls
Bass, Input Selector, Gain, Power / Volume, Filter settings, SRC Settings, Display ON / OFF
Power / Exit, Multifunctional wheel, Hold button / INPUT selection button
OS Compatibility
Apple OS, Microsoft Windows, Linux, Apple iOS, Android
Microsoft Windows, Android, Apple OS, Linux, Apple iOS
Wireless Connection
No
No
Interfaces
Phones, AUX Input / Output, USB, Coaxial / Optical
Line I/O Port, Phones, Coaxial Input, Micro USB Input
Extras
Adopted dual CS4398 Cirrus Logic chips, LED Indicators, OLED Screen, 2 high-quality oscillators
Cloth carrying pouch, Rubber feet, Bass adjustment, High capacity battery, OLED Screen
What customers say about "Features"
xDuoo XD-05 DSD DAC Portable Audio Headphone Amplifier
  • The XD-05 offers one of the most versatile feature sets in this price range.
  • High gain is pretty deafening as well and you should not have to use it. The XD-05 also offers DSD256, PCM, and DXD. Huuuge unit according to features.
  • As for the device, the bass boost is a great feature for times when you want to rock out a little bit more.
  • The knob turns very smoothly and has a nice click to turn the device on and off.
  • It was a quirky decision to make the input on the device a male USB recessed into the chassis. Now I had to buy a micro-usb to female-usb extender.
Fiio E17K ALPEN 2 USB DAC Headphone Amplifier
  • The controls are easy to use and the lock feature keeps it from changing your settings while in a pocket.
  • The great sound quality and volume to spare one of the greatest features is the bass and treble controls.
  • It works well on my Windows laptop and sound is consistent between computer and phone.
  • Sounds great using as a analog AMP, via headphone jack to headphone jack.
  • The bass crossover/gain isn't quite as low frequency as i prefer, sounds more on the punchy side rather than deep side.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
FCC, CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
MSRP
209.90 $
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