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Creative SB1040 Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio PCI-E Sound Card

Name: Creative SB1040 Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio PCI-E Sound Card
Brand: Creative
SKU: B000W7PNZI

Bottom line: The Creative SB1040 Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio PCI-E Sound Card is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the sound cards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Device Type - Sound Blaster

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying

Manufacturer description

Product DescriptionWhy settle for basic, built-in sound? Your music and movies deserve Xtreme Fidelity. Add the Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio sound card to your PC and turn your downloaded music into your own personal concert. Plus watch DVDs or downloaded videos with full cinematic surround sound.From the ManufacturerThe Creative SB1040 PCI Express Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio sound card features cutting-edge technology to give you outstanding sound when you listen to music, watch movies, or play games. Why settle for basic, built-in sound when you can turn your downloaded music into a…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Creative SB1040 Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio PCI-E Sound Card using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the sound cards category. Creative's sound cards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for sound cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

Device Type - Sound Blaster
Interface Type - PCI-E
Sound Output Mode - 7.1
Recording: 24-bit/96kHz

Full Specifications

Brand	Creative
Platform	Windows
Recording	24-bit/96kHz
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Model Number	70SB104000000
Mfr Part Number	70SB104000000
Audio Output Mode	Dolby Digital, Stereo, Surround Sound
Hardware Platform	PC
Compatible Devices	Personal Computer
Hardware Interface	PCI
Maximum Sample Rate	96 KHz
Hardware Connectivity	PCI
Global Trade Identification Number	00054651146143
Surround Sound Channel Configuration	7 1

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Creative SB1040 Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio PCI-E Sound Card is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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