Creative Sound Blaster CT4790 PCI Sound Card MIDI Component Video
Bottom line: The Creative Sound Blaster CT4790 PCI Sound Card MIDI Component Video 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
CT4790 Product Condition CREATIVE Manufacturer CREATIVE Item Condition This item has been Tested for Key Functions, Ready for Resale. Does Not Apply Manufacturer Part Number No Original box. TBF Item ID: 112622.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Creative Sound Blaster CT4790 PCI Sound Card MIDI Component Video 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 | 4 |
|---|---|
| midi_support | true |
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