Testseek.com have collected 42 expert reviews of the Creative SoundBlaster X G5 7.1 and the average rating is 79%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Creative SoundBlaster X G5 7.1.
July 2016
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The editors liked
Portable Audio Solution
Works On More Than The PC
Support For High-End Headphones
Virtual 7.1 Surround Sound
Virtual 5.1 Surround Sound
Bass Boost
SBX Sound Profile
Dynamic Volume Light
Small
Compact
Portable
Easy to configure
Compact design
Easy to use
Software is easy to use as well. Amplifies and upmixes for excellent sound
The editors didn't like
USB cable is not braided
Poor Rightmark Freq and IMD scores
Sound output sounds the same
Some cables are too short
Costs more than a pair of a decent set of headphones
Published: 2017-08-07, Author: Victor , review by: t3me.com
Small, compact, portable, Easy to configure
Sound output sounds the same, Some cables are too short
The Creative Sound BlasterX G5 cost is more on the premium side and with the same audio output unfortunately we're not quite convinced about its performance...
Abstract: Creative's G5 DAC & Amp is an external, USB-powered soundcard with integrated headphone amp, capable of connecting to more than just PCs. While it uses USB for PCs, it also has analog or optical line-in for connecting other devices, such as consoles, and...
Published: 2016-10-21, Author: Tomas , review by: hw4all.com
Creative Sound BlasterX H3 – a self-contained unit in the model number of the company that, despite the cost, is extremely interesting. Having played on the simplification of the older version BlasterX H5, the developers have done a novelty more affordabl...
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Published: 2016-09-29, Author: Jason , review by: techaeris.com
Compact design, easy to use, software is easy to use as well. Amplifies and upmixes for excellent sound
Costs more than a pair of a decent set of headphones
There's no question that the Sound BlasterX G5 amplifies and enhances the sound coming through your headphones or speakers, and the upmixing to 7.1 surround sound in gaming, movies, and music is solid. The only question that remains is just how much is gr...
Published: 2016-04-20, Author: stefan , review by: madshrimps.be
The Sound BlasterX G5 was recognized right away after we have installed the supplied drivers and besides a change of menu positioning versus the ZxR, we have felt right at home, recognizing the effects we have seen before: Surround, Crystalizer, Bass, Sma...
Abstract: "There are currently no mini-amps quite like the Sound BlasterX G5." Today's consoles have evolved into multi-purpose entertainment hubs that offer diverse content for a wide audience. Music and movie lovers, for example, are a relatively new wave of cust...
Portable Audio Solution, Works On More Than The PC, Support For High-End Headphones, Virtual 7.1 Surround Sound, Virtual 5.1 Surround Sound, Bass Boost, SBX Sound Profile, Dynamic Volume Light
USB cable is not braided, Poor Rightmark Freq and IMD scores
Testing was performed over a two week period where I used the Sound BlasterX G5 in conjunction with a Sound BlasterX H5 Gaming Headset. During this time I tried a variety of different settings all based on some of the default profiles and a few that I had...
Abstract: Creative Labs has been making a lot of waves with its Sound BlasterX line of portable sound cards and headphone amplifier units. We take a look at the latest in this new family of audio devices, the G5, and give it great marks for it slick design, portabi...
Creative's Sound BlasterX G5 external USB 7.1 sound card is great for perking up lower grade headsets, but it's hard to justify buying this product when you can just spend more on a headset...
Grip isn't the best, product can slide depending on surface
Don't let the price sway your attention elsewhere, this is a premium product, and delivers matching audio quality. A brilliant addition the SOUND BLASTERX rangePositiveAmazing PerformanceSolid & Feature Rich SoftwareConnectivity OptionsUSB Passthrough Por...
