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Asus Xonar Phoebus

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Consumer ratings:
3.6 / 5
Editorial reviews:
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8 editorial reviews
The gaming scene is huge and it’s picking up speed in India as well. Immersive is the name of the game...Read more
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) line is known to bring what gamers want. Adding its very own ROG-based sound card with the Xonar Phoebus, this audio device boasts superior audio power, precise positioning, and lifelike immersion. Check out this review and see what it has in store for gamers.Read more
Product Name: Asus ROG Xonar Phoebus Review Sample Provided by: Asus Written by: Wes Pictures by: Wes Specifications Audio Performance Output Signal-to-Noise...Read more
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Pros

  • best for movies
  • quite good for games
  • superior audio power

Cons

  • being on the motherboard itself and not a separate circuit
  • not security hardware or managed security services
  • Dolby Home Theater v4

Key specs

  • Surround
  • PCI Express
  • 4.1
  • yes
  • yes
  • 24 bit / 192 kHz
  • 24 bit
  • Internal

Asus Xonar Phoebus - Pros & Cons

Asus Xonar Phoebus

Pros

  • best for movies
  • quite good for games
  • superior audio power
  • precise positioning
  • and lifelike immersion
  • positioning is very convincing
  • good SNR
  • amazing background noise reduction abilities
  • very good music abilities
  • excellent gaming options and a nice little bonus

Cons

  • being on the motherboard itself and not a separate circuit
  • not security hardware or managed security services
  • Dolby Home Theater v4
  • going to be very hard to go back
  • tech gadgets online on Tech2 Gadgets
  • just a little weak in audiophile section
  • its pretty weak in music
  • buying only in US or local is not an excuse
  • lack of easily replaceable op-amps
  • this software suite is obviously not meant for advanced users
  • the reproduction becomes and the lower the audio fidelity becomes

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Asus Xonar Phoebus - Full Specifications

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General
Sound TypeSurround
Interface TypePCI Express
Number of channels4.1
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Design
Placement TypeInternal
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Audio properties
Noise level (SNR)110.0 dB
Line-out Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)118.0 dB
D/A audio24 bit / 192 kHz
Audio quality24.0 bit
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Connectivity
Analog 3.5mm output5
Headphone outputyes
Headphone output (3.5 mm)1
Headphone output (6.3 mm / 1/4)0
Headphone outputs1
Jack Plug input0
Jack Plug output (6,3 mm / 1/4)0
Microphone inputyes
Microphone Jack Plug (3.5mm)1
Line-inyes
Line-outyes
S/PDIF in portyes
S/PDIF out portyes
Other connectors
  • Analogue 5.1/7.1 out
  • Digital optical output
  • Analogue 3.5mm input/Line-in
USBno
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Features
3D sound supportyes
DirectSound supportyes
EAX supportyes
Remote controlyes
Support for ASIOyes

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Asus Xonar Phoebus Asus - Editorial Reviews (8)

4.5
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Asus Xonar Phoebus ASUS Xonar Phoebus Review
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Tech2
Published: 02.07.2012
ASUS Xonar Phoebus Review

The gaming scene is huge and it’s picking up speed in India as well. Immersive is the name of the game...

Asus Xonar Phoebus ASUS ROG Xonar Phoebus - Immerse Yourself In The Game
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hardwarezone.com.ph
Published: 25.01.2013
ASUS ROG Xonar Phoebus - Immerse Yourself In The Game

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) line is known to bring what gamers want. Adding its very own ROG-based sound card with the Xonar Phoebus, this audio device boasts superior audio power, precise positioning, and lifelike immersion. Check out this review and see what it has in store for gamers.

Asus Xonar Phoebus Asus ROG Xonar Phoebus - LanOC Reviews
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lanoc.org
Published: 20.09.2012
Asus ROG Xonar Phoebus - LanOC Reviews

Product Name: Asus ROG Xonar Phoebus Review Sample Provided by: Asus Written by: Wes Pictures by: Wes Specifications Audio Performance Output Signal-to-Noise...

Asus Xonar Phoebus ASUS Xonar Phoebus soundcard review
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Guru3D.com
Published: 07.10.2012
ASUS Xonar Phoebus soundcard review

We review the ASUS Xonar Phoebus 7.1 soundcard. Gamers are not quite as strict as the audiophile market place, we would still suggest they like to have great sound, after all a great game is just that much better with high quality surround sound or headphone based audio immersing you into the action.  We have been following the development of this product since the beginning and today we have a brand spanking new Phoebus 7.1 bundle in the Guru3D Audio Lab. Without any further delay, let’s pull this new audio card out and check it out. Introduction

Asus Xonar Phoebus ASUS ROG Xonar Phoebus 7.1 Review - Introduction
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Vortez
ASUS ROG Xonar Phoebus 7.1 Review - Introduction

If any branding in the technology industry is renowned for not pulling punches, the Republic of Gamers would be of the first that springs to mind and the ROG Phoebus is no exception.

Asus Xonar Phoebus ASUS RoG Xonar Phoebus 7.1 PCI-E Soundcard Review
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Hardware Canucks
Published: 25.07.2012
ASUS RoG Xonar Phoebus 7.1 PCI-E Soundcard Review

Ever since the release of the Xonar DX in 2008, ASUS has continually brought their A game to the demanding – and extremely finicky - high end PC audio market. Their Xonar line proved that you don’t need a soundcard with “Creative Labs” or “Auzentech” in its name to be taken seriously by your...

Asus Xonar Phoebus ASUS Xonar Phoebus ROG Gaming Sound Card Unboxing & Overview
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The ChannelPro Network
Published: 07.05.2012
ASUS Xonar Phoebus ROG Gaming Sound Card Unboxing & Overview

ASUS Xonar Phoebus ROG Gaming Sound Card Unboxing & Overview

Asus Xonar Phoebus Asus RoG Xonar Phoebus review
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TechRadar
Published: 18.06.2012
Asus RoG Xonar Phoebus review
4.5

One of the best sound cards you'll hear, right here