PCIe Sound Card PCI-E X1 CMI8738 Chip 32/64 Bit Sound Card Stereo 5.1 Channel Desktop Built-in Sound Card for PC
Bottom line: The PCIe Sound Card PCI-E X1 CMI8738 Chip 32/64 Bit Sound Card Stereo 5.1 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
- ✓ Compatible devices: Personal Computer
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
Luejnbogty 1. Full-duplex 5.1-channel PCI-Express sound card 2. Adopt VIA VT1723 Envy24D multi-channel sound effect chip 3. Comply with PCI-Express x1 specification revision 1.1 4. Comply with AC'97 standard revision 2.3 5. Sound sampling rate 24-bit, 48 KHz supports playback and recording 6. Support front L/R, surround L/R, Centre/Subwoofer, S/PDIF-Out 7. Optional daughter card supports rear surround L/R, linear input L/R, mono Mic-In, S/PDIF-In 8. When the PC power is off or on, the noise balance cancellation function Product name: PCIe sound card Chip: CMI8738 Support channel: 5.1 channel…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored PCIe Sound Card PCI-E X1 CMI8738 Chip 32/64 Bit Sound Card Stereo… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the sound cards category. Luejnbogty'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
- Adopt CMI8738 5.1 multi-channel sound effect chip PCI-e sound card adopts PCI-Express bus slot, supports 6-channel surround sound output, supports DLS sound library technology, supports A3D 1.0 and DS3D, and is compatible with DirectSound 3D and EAX sound effects.
- Support 24-bit SPDIF OUT and SPDIF IN (optional), provide surround sound field and clear sound quality, suitable for home theater, -scale 3D games, enjoy music, karaoke and other entertainment.
- Compatible devices: Personal Computer
- Hardware interface: pci_express_x1
- Hardware platform: Personal Computer
- Maximum sample rate: 48.0 KHz
Full Specifications
| Brand | Luejnbogty |
|---|---|
| Platform | windows_7 |
| Compatibility | PC |
| Hardware platform | Personal Computer |
| Compatible devices | Personal Computer |
| Hardware interface | pci_express_x1 |
| Maximum sample rate | 48.0 KHz |
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PCIe Sound Card PCI-E X1 CMI8738 Chip 32/64 Bit Sound Card Stereo 5.1 Channel Desktop Built-in Sound Card for PC 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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