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NICEHCK NK1 MAX Mint Green Type-C to 3.5mm Dual Chip HiFi DAC Audio Adapter | Mint green housing dual-chip DAC: CX31993 decoding + MAX97220 amplifier chip set
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NICEHCK NK1 MAX Mint Green Type-C to 3.5mm Dual Chip HiFi DAC Audio Adapter

Bottom line: The NICEHCK NK1 MAX Mint Green Type-C to 3.5mm Dual Chip HiFi DAC Audio: Dual-chip design: CX31993 DAC plus separate MAX97220 amp, not a single-chip dongle; main trade-off: 63mW output is thin for high-impedance over-ear headphones.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Dual-chip design: CX31993 DAC plus separate MAX97220 amp, not a single-chip dongle
  • ✓ 63mW into 32 ohms and 115dB SNR beats most bundled Type-C adapters
  • ✓ Decodes up to 32-bit/384kHz hi-res files
  • ✓ 8-strand silver-plated single crystal copper braid resists signal loss
  • ✓ Works with iPhone 16, Android, Windows and Mac; supports calls and inline controls

Cons

  • ✗ 63mW output is thin for high-impedance over-ear headphones
  • ✗ Mint green housing is a cosmetic-only variant, no hardware change over the standard NK1 MAX
  • ✗ No balanced 4.4mm or 2.5mm output, single-ended 3.5mm only
  • ✗ Short fixed cable design means it dangles from the phone rather than clipping

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Key Features

  • Dual chip audio architecture: CX31993 DAC paired with independent MAX97220 op-amp, delivers 63mW@32Ω output power and 115dB SNR, supporting 32Bit/384kHz high-resolution audio decoding.
  • Premium 8-strand single crystal copper silver-plated mixed braided cable minimizes audio signal loss, bringing solid low frequency, smooth midrange vocals and clear treble without extra sibilance.
  • Comprehensive performance upgrade over NK1: Optimized sound thickness, density, dynamic response and sound separation for more transparent and powerful listening experience.
  • Universal Type-C to 3.5mm audio jack supports music playback, phone calls and inline wire control, compatible with iPhone 16, Android smartphones, Windows and Mac laptops.
  • Mint green exclusive color variant with consistent internal hardware, package includes transfer cable and USB conversion adapter for daily portable use.

Full Specifications

BrandNICEHCK
ColorMint Green
Unit Count1 Count
ConnectivityUSB
Model NumberHCYCX-393-01-NK1 MAX
CompatibilityAndroid, iOS, Mac
Connector TypeType-C to 3.5mm DAC Cable
Mfr Part NumberHCYCX-393-01-NK1 MAX
Number of Items1
Number of Ports2
Power Plug TypeNo Plug
Compatible DevicesMonitor
Full listing titleNICEHCK NK1 MAX Mint Green Type-C to 3.5mm Dual Chip HiFi DAC Audio Adapter | Mint green housing dual-chip DAC: CX31993 decoding + MAX97220 amplifier chip set

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