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PCI Sound Card, 120dB Signal to Noise Ratio with HT8738 Chip, 4 Channel Surround Sound Support for 98 2000 NT
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PCI Sound Card, 120dB Signal to Noise Ratio with HT8738 Chip, 4 Channel Surround Sound Support for 98 2000 NT

Bottom line: The Thonlai PCI 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

  • ✓ This sound card is compatible with for 98 / / / NT signal voltage (0.5V~5V).
  • ✓ Backed by Thonlai'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

Manufacturer description

Specification:Item Type: PCI Sound CardSignal to Noise Ratio: 120dBSupport: for w​indows​ 98 / 2000​ / ​​ / NT signal voltage (0.5V~5V)PackageList:1 x Sound Card1 x CD

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Thonlai PCI Sound Card using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the sound cards category. Thonlai'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

  • With /HT8738 chip, the signal‑to‑noise ratio of the chip reaches 120dB, the PCI interface has full‑duplex playback and recordable 3D spatial positioning sound effects, and supports 3D Direct sound and A3D interface.
  • This sound card is compatible with for 98 / / / NT signal voltage (0.5V~5V).
  • This sound card supports 4-channel surround sound output, supports DLS sound library technology, supports A3D 1.0 and DS3D, supports DirectSound 3D and EAX sound effects and also 24-bit SPDIF, OUT and SPDIF at the same time, and the optical fiber input and output through the daughter card.
  • The card is compatible with music synthesizers, traditional sound cards, and supports full-duplex recording and playback.
  • With music-SPDIF digital audio indicator, 24-bit stereo 44KHz sound recording and playback, 120dB complete sound quality and dual playback recording are supported by this card.

Full Specifications

BrandThonlai
PlatformAndroid
Model NumberThonlai5qadpvwgs8
Built-In Mediano
Audio Output Mode1
Hardware PlatformPC
Compatible DevicesLaptop
Hardware InterfaceUSB
Maximum Sample Rate1
Warranty Descriptionmanufacturer warranty for 90 day
Hardware ConnectivityUSB
Surround Sound Channel Configuration1

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