PCI Sound Creative Blaster X-fi Xtreme Audio Model SB0790
Bottom line: The PCI Sound Creative Blaster X-fi Xtreme Audio Model SB0790 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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Manufacturer description
New in box. Still hasseal on it, never opened. The PCI Sound Creative Blaster X-fi Xtreme AudioModel SB0790 is a plug-in card sound card manufactured by Creative. This unitoffers 7.1 audio channels and features a 3.5mm input port for audioconnections. This product is new in thebox. The PCI Sound Creative Blaster X-fi Xtreme Audio Model SB0790 is a high-quality plug-in card sound card designed for computers. With 7.1 channels, this model provides immersive audio experience for gaming, music editing, and multimedia applications. Compatible with PCI ports, it offers superior sound quality and…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored PCI Sound Creative Blaster X-fi Xtreme Audio Model SB0790 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.
Full Specifications
| channels | 7.1 |
|---|---|
| interface | PCI |
| processor | X-Fi |
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