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PCI Sound Card 4.1 Stereo Surround CMI8738 Internal Audio Karte Desktop for Computer Desktop Internal Audio
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PCI Sound Card 4.1 Stereo Surround CMI8738 Internal Audio Karte Desktop for Computer Desktop Internal Audio

Bottom line: The PCI Sound Card 4.1 Stereo Surround CMI8738 Internal Audio Karte 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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Mike Perry — Hardware researcher since 2014. For retro PC hardware and period-correct parts, synthesises manufacturer documentation, community compatibility lists and marketplace listings rather than first-hand lab testing. Core beat: GPU performance across gaming, rendering, and local-LLM inference.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Backed by CHICIRIS's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored PCI Sound Card 4.1 Stereo Surround CMI8738 Internal Audio Karte… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the sound cards category. CHICIRIS'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

  • [Advanced Features] Enjoy full duplex playback and recording capabilities, 24-bit stereo recording and playback at 44khz, and seamless support for music synthesizers and traditional sound cards.
  • [Extensive Compatibility] Compatible with various operating systems, this sound card supports directsound 3d, a3d, dls sound library technology, and sound effects for versatile audio options.
  • [Optical Fiber Support] With 24-bit spdif, out, and spdif in interfaces, along with optical fiber input and output options via a daughter card, this sound card offers comprehensive connectivity for audio enthusiasts.
  • [Multi-channel Surround Sound] Experience immersive 4-channel surround sound output, complete with hrtf 3d spatial positioning effects for an enhanced audio experience.
  • [ Audio Performance] This sound card is equipped with a /ht8738 chip, delivering a signal-to-noise ratio of 120db for crystal clear sound quality.

Full Specifications

BrandCHICIRIS
PlatformNo Operating System
Model NameCHICIRIScv6gbzu50s
Model NumberCHICIRIScv6gbzu50s
Item Type NameExternal Sound Cards
Mfr Part NumberCHICIRIScv6gbzu50s
Audio Output ModeMono
Hardware PlatformPC
Compatible DevicesLaptop
Hardware InterfaceExpress Card
Hardware ConnectivityExpress Card
Surround Sound Channel Configurationsee details

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