Zen DAC V2 vs SMSL DS20
The DS20's max sample rate is 768 kHz against the Zen DAC V2's 384 kHz, its output voltage 3.0V RMS against 3.3V RMS, and its output impedance 0Ω against 32Ω. Both share bit depth (32-bit).
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The iFi Zen DAC V2 is a versatile HiFi product that combines the functions of a digital-to-analog converter (DAC) and a headphone amplifier. It is designed to deliver high-quality audio reproduction with its advanced features and components.
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
Analog signal output specifications
Input and output connections
Size, weight, and appearance
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The DS20's max sample rate is 768 kHz against the Zen DAC V2's 384 kHz, its output voltage 3.0V RMS against 3.3V RMS, and its output impedance 0Ω against 32Ω. Both share bit depth (32-bit).
The iDSD nano's output impedance is 1Ω against the Zen DAC V2's 32Ω and its output voltage 1.6V RMS against 3.3V RMS. Both share bit depth (32-bit) and max sample rate (384 kHz).
The DL100's max sample rate is 768 kHz against the Zen DAC V2's 384 kHz, its output impedance 0Ω against 32Ω, and its output voltage 7.5V RMS against 3.3V RMS. Both share bit depth (32-bit).
The M-DAC MINI's output voltage is 5.0V RMS against the Zen DAC V2's 3.3V RMS. Both share bit depth (32-bit), max sample rate (384 kHz), and dsd support (DSD256).
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