Top 8 Best Computer Internal Sound Cards

of July 2024
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Creative Sound Blaster Audigy FX PCIe 5.1 Internal Sound Card with High Performance Headphone Amp for PCs
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Creative Sound Blaster Z SE Internal PCI-e Gaming Sound Card and DAC, 24-bit / 192 kHz, 116 dB SNR, ASIO, 600 Headphones Amp, Mic EQ, Discrete 5.1 / Virtual 7.1, Supports Dolby Digital Live, DTS
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Creative

9.9
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Creative Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus SABRE32-class Hi-res 32-bit/384 kHz PCIe Gaming Sound Card and DAC with Dolby Digital and DTS, Xamp Discrete Headphone Bi-amp, Up to 122dB SNR, RGB Lighting System
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Creative

9.8
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ASUS XONAR SE 5.1 Channel 192kHz/24-bit Hi-Res 116dB SNR PCIe Gaming Sound Card with Windows 10 compatibility
ASUS
ASUS

9.7
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Roundsky 5.1 Internal Sound Card for with Low Bracket, 3D Stereo PCI-E, CMI8738 Chip 32/64 Bit Sound Card PCI
Roundsky
Roundsky

9.6
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GGBEST 5.1 Internal Sound Card for Windows 10 with Low Profile Bracket, 3D Stereo PCI-E, CMI8738 Chip 32/64 Bit Sound Card PCI, Photo color (500154344)
GGBEST
GGBEST

9.5
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YISRAEL 5.1 Internal Sound Card for Windows 10 with Low Profile, 3D Stereo PCI-E, CMI8738 Chip 32/64 Bit Sound Card PCI
YISRAEL
YISRAEL

9.4
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Sound BlasterX G6 Hi-Res 130dB 32bit/384kHz Gaming DAC, External USB Sound Card with Xamp Headphone Amp, Dolby Digital, 7.1 Virtual Surround Sound, Sidetone/Speaker Control for PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo
Creative
Creative

9.3
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EPOS | Sennheiser GSX 1000 Gaming Audio Amplifier / External Sound Card, with 7.1 Surround Sound, Side Tone, Gaming DAC and EQ, Headphone amp Compatible with Windows, Mac, Laptops and Desktops.
EPOS
EPOS

9.2
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Creative Sound Blaster Audigy PCIe RX 7.1 Sound Card with High Performance Headphone Amp
Creative
Creative

9.1
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Creative Sound Blaster Audigy FX PCIe 5.1 Internal Sound Card with High Performance Headphone Amp for PCs

Easily converts the PC into a cinematic entertainment system by providing a compelling 5.1 surround sound. Advanced Audio Processing with SBX Pro Studio, a suite of Sound Blaster audio processing technologies that let you bring out the best in your audio. Supports Windows 11 and includes both half-height and full-height brackets for most PC builds, as well as the Sound Blaster Audigy Fx Control Panel, a PC software that puts you in full control of the SBX Pro Studio suite of technologies. 600 ohm headphone amp for high performance, studio grade monitoring. 106 SNR and 24-bit 192kHz DAC Playback and 96kHz ADC Recording.

Creative Sound Blaster Z SE Internal PCI-e Gaming Sound Card and DAC, 24-bit / 192 kHz, 116 dB SNR, ASIO, 600 Headphones Amp, Mic EQ, Discrete 5.1 / Virtual 7.1, Supports Dolby Digital Live, DTS

PRISTINE AUDIO CLARITY With up to 116 dB SNR at an amazing bit rate of up to 24-bit 192 kHz, enjoy impressive audio quality for your every need. The sound card also features gold-plated connectors, speaker optimization technology, and digital content encoding capability for the best digital audio performance. Coupled with Audio Stream Input Output ASIO support, Sound Blaster Z SE delivers low-latency and high-fidelity audio, even for your recordings. SBX GAMING EQ PROFILES Emerge as the last man standing with our updated SBX Gaming Profiles for hot titles such as Apex Legends, Fortnite, Overwatch, PUBG, and more. In-house tuned and optimized to sound the best for the respective games, you can get started right away or further tweak the EQs, instead of having to create the profiles from scratch. Simply select the respective game from our latest Sound Blaster Command softwares menu, and be battle-ready instantly. IMMERSIVE SURROUND SOUND Get fully immersed and stay focused on your games with our surround sound. The Sound Blaster Z SE now supports 7.1 virtual on headphones and speakers alongside discrete 5.1 for speakers. You can even switch between headphones and your speakers via the software for those times you want to pump the bass, or go stealthier with your headphones. For extra delivery options to your external devices, the Z SE also supports Dolby Digital Live and DTS Encoding. CRYSTAL CLEAR COMMUNICATION Comes with a list of Microphone EQ Presets that compensates for your headsets built-in mic so you can be heard clearlywhether it is to reduce the harshness of your tonality, sound more natural, or to increase the mids for vocal clarity. Together with our Sound Blaster Command Softwares CrystalVoice technology that helps remove echoes and ambient noises, the Z SE is perfect for games and even video conferences while working from home for better communications.

Creative Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus SABRE32-class Hi-res 32-bit/384 kHz PCIe Gaming Sound Card and DAC with Dolby Digital and DTS, Xamp Discrete Headphone Bi-amp, Up to 122dB SNR, RGB Lighting System

SUPPORTS DOLBY DIGITAL AND DTS Now with support for Dolby Digital Live and DTS Encoding for even more delivery options to your external audio devices The AE-5 Plus also supports 5.1 discrete and 7.1 virtual surround, as well as Sound Blasters Surround Virtualization technology. POWERFUL DISCRETE HEADPHONE AMP Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus features Xamp, our custom-designed discrete headphone amp that utilizes bi-amplification technology to power each earcup individually with 1 ohm output impedance and drives studio-grade headphones of up to 600, including high-end planar-magnetic headphones. PRISTINE AUDIO QUALITY Featuring the SABRE32 ultra-class PCI-e DAC to deliver up to 32-bit 384 kHz playback with a 122 dB DNR, ultra-low distortion and jitter, the AE-5 Plus is more than capable of hi-res audio for games, music, and movies put simply, for discerning audio lovers of any kind, the AE-5 Plus is set to blow past your expectations with pristine audio and powerful performance. RGB YOUR GAMING RIG The AE-5 Plus has customizable RGB LEDs on its body, and also features an included RGB LED strip. Enjoy a symphony of lights and sound with 16.8 million colors in different patterns to choose from, all via the Sound Blaster Command software for PC. INDUSTRY-LEADING AUDIO PROCESSING The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus rides on Sound Blasters long legacy of audio processing and enhancements, available through the Sound Blaster Command software and featuring fully customizable audio processing technologies to deliver clearer vocals, accurate cues, and bass boost.

ASUS XONAR SE 5.1 Channel 192kHz/24-bit Hi-Res 116dB SNR PCIe Gaming Sound Card with Windows 10 compatibility

5.1 channel, 192kHz24-bit Hi-Res audio with a 300ohm headphone amp for detailed, immersive sound with punchy, defined bass. Realtek ALC1220X codec delivers a crystal clear 116dB signal-to-noise ratio SNR. ASUS Hyper Grounding Technology ensures minimal audio distortion and interference. Xonar Audio Center enables full audio control via an intuitive, spacious interface. Included Low Profile Bracket allows the Xonar to fit perfectly into most systems.

Roundsky 5.1 Internal Sound Card for with Low Bracket, 3D Stereo PCI-E, CMI8738 Chip 32/64 Bit Sound Card PCI

4. 16-bit multimedia digital signal editing decoder inside, Supports 3264-bit audio processing, recording and playback. 3. With low bracket for 2U case, your of sound card for PC desktop. 2. convert the PC into a cinematic entertainment system by providing a 5.1 3D stereo surrounding sound. 1. PCIe sound card, 5.1 stereo audio card. 5. Supports direct sound, A3D and EAX, HRTF 3D tone. Supports Windows XP 7 10.

GGBEST 5.1 Internal Sound Card for Windows 10 with Low Profile Bracket, 3D Stereo PCI-E, CMI8738 Chip 32/64 Bit Sound Card PCI, Photo color (500154344)

YISRAEL 5.1 Internal Sound Card for Windows 10 with Low Profile, 3D Stereo PCI-E, CMI8738 Chip 32/64 Bit Sound Card PCI

Sound BlasterX G6 Hi-Res 130dB 32bit/384kHz Gaming DAC, External USB Sound Card with Xamp Headphone Amp, Dolby Digital, 7.1 Virtual Surround Sound, Sidetone/Speaker Control for PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo

UPGRADE YOUR GAMES ON PS4, XBOX ONE, NINTENDO SWITCH, AND PC Get immediate increased enjoyment over basic motherboard and controller audio Apart from incredible audio quality, the Sound BlasterX G6 boasts gaming-centric features such as Sidetone volume control and easy-to-reach profile buttons. INDUSTRY-LEADING AUDIO PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY Enjoy full audio customization and enhanced audio realism with immersive 7.1 surround virtualization, accurate cues, bass boost and in-game voice communication enhancements. It also has Scout Mode than enhances in-game audio cues, letting you hear your enemies before they hear you. 7.1 VIRTUAL SURROUND SOUND AND DOLBY DIGITAL Enjoy the latest in immersion technology with Dolby Digital decoding or Sound Blasters proprietary surround sound perfect for games and movies. DISCRETE HEADPHONE AMP Custom-designed Xamp headphone amplifier features discrete components through all stages of amplification in a bi-amp design. Each audio channel is individually amplified to deliver a whole new level of pristine audio fidelity in an authentic, unaltered lossless model. The ultra-low 1 Ohm output impedance perfectly drives performance-grade sensitive 8W in-ear monitors all the way to studio-grade 600W headphones. 130dB DNR, 32-bit 384kHz DAC Advanced 32-bit oversampled multi-bit modulator with mismatch shaping technology eliminates distortion, ensuring audio is streamed with the highest level of detail and fidelity.

EPOS | Sennheiser GSX 1000 Gaming Audio Amplifier / External Sound Card, with 7.1 Surround Sound, Side Tone, Gaming DAC and EQ, Headphone amp Compatible with Windows, Mac, Laptops and Desktops.

Binaural Rendering Engine With 7.1 Surround - The Proprietary High-Tech Audio Engine Delivers Exceptional Spatial Awareness And Positional Game Audio. Delivers The Game Audio Details And Positional Audio Cues.. Quick Setting Changes Save Up To 4 Customized Sound Settings On The Led Touch Panel That Allows One-Touch Mode Switch, Also Between Headphone And Speaker Listening And Make Fast Adjustments With A Large Aluminum Volume Ring. Eq Settings Get Precise Control Of Your Game Audio With A Dedicated Dac Chip And Eq Presets. Specially Attuned Audio Presets For Competitive Gaming Focus And Balance Sound Frequencies Where They Are Needed. Sidetone- Sidetone Control Lets You Adjust The Loudness Of Your Own Voice In Your Headset You Know What You Are Saying, Tune In To Your Teammates..

Creative Sound Blaster Audigy PCIe RX 7.1 Sound Card with High Performance Headphone Amp

Advanced chipset is designed to process the legendary EAX reverb engine for powerful enhanced audio. Immerse yourself in full cinematic 7.1 multi-channel audio, perfect for games, movies and music. 106dB SNR ensures a high level of audio quality and supported operating systems is Windows 8, Windows XP SP2 or higher, Windows Vista SP1 or higher, Windows 7, Windows 10. 600 ohm headphone amp provides studio grade monitoring. High quality 24-bit 192 kHz stereo direct playback.