Testseek.co.uk have collected 17 expert reviews of the Creative SoundBlaster X-Fi Xtreme Music PCI and the average rating is 87%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Creative SoundBlaster X-Fi Xtreme Music PCI.
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Abstract: These days almost every motherboard has its own built-in sound chip, which can comfortably handle everyday music and games. Pricier boards come with multiple-channel surround sound and digital interfaces, so is it worth investing in a dedicated soun...
Abstract: A welcome update to the Sound Blaster that can deliver perceptibly better audio than onboard chips, but it goes beyond most peoples needs for PC audio. Sound Blaster sound cards have always led the way for audio entertainment on the PC. Innovations s...
Abstract: Creatives new sound card eclipses its old Audigy range. If your PC diet includes movies, music and games youll be in aural heaven The XtremeMusic is Creatives latest internal sound card. We put it through its paces to see if there really is a reas...
The X-Fi chip is brilliant, and a massive leap forward from the current Audigy 2. We arent quite so convinced by all the X-Fi cards, though, as X-RAM is an unproven and expensive technology. However, whichever X-Fi you buy, youll be amazed by it. Tak...
Abstract: It is quite possible that nothing else demonstrates the versatility of your PC as the ultimate home entertainment devise more than the teeth rattling explosions, beastly roars, and soul freeing guitar rifts of your favorite movies, games, and music--pr...
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Published: 2006-02-27, Author: Jason , review by: planetx64.com
Abstract: After several days running the X-Fi I have found myself getting used to the very full sound coming from my surround speakers that I was not used to previously. With the 24-bit Crystalizer enabled, the sound is fuller and gives you a much better feeling...
Abstract: There hasnt been much interest in PC sound cards lately. People are either quite happy with what they got or dont think anything out there is worth a look. One reason for this is because many new motherboards now offer some decent onboard audio and ...
Excellent sound reproduction from quality sources, Interesting and successful sound processing solutions, Audible improvement over previous generations
High price of entry a barrier to XFi lineup of cards
While some have stated that the PC sound business has been hampered by the lack of competition, and to some extent this is likely true, Creative has raised its own bar with the launch of the X-Fi line of cards. In every area, the X-Fi Xtreme Music has ...
Abstract: When someone talks about ways to enhance your gaming experience, we typically focus on faster graphics cards and high resolution monitors. Over the years, this has typically been the only way to dramatically enhance the way games were played. However, wit...
