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product_id: 57970731
title: "Asus Xonar AE Sound Board 7.1 PCIe Gaming Sound Card with 192kHz/24-bit Hi-Res Audio Quality, 150ohm Headphone amp, DAC, and Exclusive EMI Back Plate"
brand: "asus"
price: "€ 266.55"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 10
url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/57970731-asus-xonar-ae-sound-board-7-1-pcie-gaming-sound
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# 150Ω headphone amp for audiophile-grade clarity 192kHz/24-bit Hi-Res audio DAC precision 7.1-channel surround sound immersion Asus Xonar AE Sound Board 7.1 PCIe Gaming Sound Card with 192kHz/24-bit Hi-Res Audio Quality, 150ohm Headphone amp, DAC, and Exclusive EMI Back Plate

**Brand:** asus
**Price:** € 266.55
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎮 Elevate your sound game — hear every detail, feel every moment.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Asus Xonar AE Sound Board 7.1 PCIe Gaming Sound Card with 192kHz/24-bit Hi-Res Audio Quality, 150ohm Headphone amp, DAC, and Exclusive EMI Back Plate by asus
- **How much does it cost?** € 266.55 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/57970731-asus-xonar-ae-sound-board-7-1-pcie-gaming-sound)

## Best For

- asus enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted asus brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Immersive 7.1 Surround Sound:** Experience next-level gaming and media immersion with true 7.1 channel audio that places you in the center of the action.
- • **Sonic Studio & Perfect Voice Tech:** Take full control of your audio environment and communicate clearly with background noise elimination for pro-level gaming chats.
- • **Exclusive EMI Shielding Back Plate:** Say goodbye to audio interference with an EMI back plate that ensures pure, noise-free sound output.
- • **Hi-Res 192kHz/24-bit Audio Quality:** Enjoy studio-quality playback with high-resolution DACs delivering ultra-detailed sound fidelity.
- • **Audiophile-Grade Headphone Amplifier:** Power your high-impedance headphones with a robust 150Ω amp for crystal-clear, distortion-free sound.

## Overview

The Asus Xonar AE is a premium 7.1 channel PCIe sound card designed for gamers and audiophiles alike, featuring a high-performance 150Ω headphone amplifier, 192kHz/24-bit Hi-Res audio DACs, and an exclusive EMI back plate for noise shielding. It supports multiple analog and digital outputs, offers intuitive Sonic Studio software for audio customization, and includes Perfect Voice technology to eliminate background noise during communication. Compatible with Windows and recognized by Linux systems, it transforms your PC audio experience with crystal-clear, immersive sound.

## Description

Specifications Mfr Part Number: XONAR AE Features: 192kHz/24-bit Hi-Res audio and 7. 1-channel, 150ohm headphone amp High-quality ESS DAC with 110dB signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) Exclusive EMI back plate provides noise shielding for exceptionally clear audio Sonic Studio enables full audio control via an intuitive, one-page interface Perfect Voice technology eliminates background noise for clear in-game communication Audio Interface: PCI Express Audio Performance: Output Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-Weighted): 110dB (Front-out), 108 dB (Headphone-out) Input Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-Weighted): 103 dB Output THD+N at 1kHz (Front-out):  Sound > Output selection. The other option showing "Speakers - XONAR SOUND CARD" does not work. This has great sound output that is very clear, I am using a decent sound bar with a dedicated subwoofer. The sound bar has an option for a simulated 3d surround that works very well in games. Some are Linux Native, some are using Steam/Proton, and this has better sound than the same hardware on a prior mother board using the same onboard sound chipset did (it had the optical out plug). I don't have any high end headphones to tell you how well it works with; based on the range and volume available through the external speakers, I think it would be good, maybe very good. Pros: - Worked great out of the box; I did have sufficient room in the case for it. - Great sound for music and gaming. - Multiple output options, I needed the S/PDIF one. - Packaged well in the box, so it would take a heck of a whack or impact to damage in shipping, I think. Cons: - No dedicated Linux software for the sound suite. Not even a little bit. Linux users are used to this, but if I had found a comparably priced card with Linux drivers, I would not have bought this. There are good Linux sound controllers & equalizers, but if you need something quickly for a professional setup, this may not be it. So the 5 star review is relative to my experience and what I use it for. In a different environment and need, this may vary.
Review: Audio TKO - Amazing! Installed this card the day it arrived and the audio is fantastic! Makes the built-in audio of my Gigabyte motherboard sound like an old pocket transistor radio. Easy to install, easy to connect various devices, low latency and high signal-to-noise ratio. Best of all: clean sound with life & depth. ASUS says it's a gaming card, but seems to work well with audio production. The only downside is that it doesn't come with ANY software, although the drivers can be downloaded at the ASUS support site.

## Features

- Full Product Specifications: Click to view
- Audio Processor Manufacturer: C-Media
- Audio Processor Model: 6632AE
- Host Interface: PCI Express
- Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR): 110 dB

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B077DGQFTF |
| Batteries required | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #28 in Computer Internal Sound Cards |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (302) |
| Included Components | Quick start guide, Xonar AE Sound card |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 2.5 ounces |
| Item model number | Xonar AE |
| Manufacturer | Asus |
| National Stock Number | 0 |
| Product Dimensions | 2.52 x 0.71 x 6.69 inches |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Mode:** Surround
- **Brand:** ASUS
- **Compatible Devices:** Desktop
- **Hardware Interface:** PCI Express x4
- **Platform:** Windows 10

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: How good is this for music production?**
A: It is good and bad.  This will h3elp you device your channels etc.  Your RAM and Processor will face almost identical stress.

**Q: I have an spdif in soundbar, can I also connect powered speakers to the 3.5 jacks for surround?**
A: Sound bar uses center channel for stereo  in theory u can fill the other channels with speakers I guess u can.

**Q: Normally i believe that money buys quality, but in this case...i don't know jack. so... how does this card compare with the sound blasterx ae-5?**
A: Obviously, I don't have a Sound Blaster AE-5, but I do have a surround sound 5.1 system and bought this card to replace a low-end SoundBlaster card, and it has exceeded my every expectation. For the money, it is worth it all. The software associated with it is solid. I think it is the best sound card that I've ever had.

**Q: Does the integrated Toslink connection on the card support 5.1/7.1 surround sound? I know the 3.5mm do from Asus's site.**
A: If you have a recording in 7.1, it will send it out digitally Via the Toslink to your AV receiver. Just remember that this is a line out cable only.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works in Ubuntu 22.04.5 LTS
*by A***R on September 22, 2024*

I put this on a Gigabyte X670 AORUS ELITE AX WiFi board because the onboard sound card didn't have an optical out plug. I tried an exterior USB sound card I had that worked, except there was a constant cycling noise that sounded like a metronome whenever sound played. Made music suck :D This was recognized by the OS with no problem, I did have to select the "Digital Output (S/PDIF) - XONAR SOUND CARD" option manually in the Settings > Sound > Output selection. The other option showing "Speakers - XONAR SOUND CARD" does not work. This has great sound output that is very clear, I am using a decent sound bar with a dedicated subwoofer. The sound bar has an option for a simulated 3d surround that works very well in games. Some are Linux Native, some are using Steam/Proton, and this has better sound than the same hardware on a prior mother board using the same onboard sound chipset did (it had the optical out plug). I don't have any high end headphones to tell you how well it works with; based on the range and volume available through the external speakers, I think it would be good, maybe very good. Pros: - Worked great out of the box; I did have sufficient room in the case for it. - Great sound for music and gaming. - Multiple output options, I needed the S/PDIF one. - Packaged well in the box, so it would take a heck of a whack or impact to damage in shipping, I think. Cons: - No dedicated Linux software for the sound suite. Not even a little bit. Linux users are used to this, but if I had found a comparably priced card with Linux drivers, I would not have bought this. There are good Linux sound controllers & equalizers, but if you need something quickly for a professional setup, this may not be it. So the 5 star review is relative to my experience and what I use it for. In a different environment and need, this may vary.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Audio TKO
*by S***T on July 5, 2025*

Amazing! Installed this card the day it arrived and the audio is fantastic! Makes the built-in audio of my Gigabyte motherboard sound like an old pocket transistor radio. Easy to install, easy to connect various devices, low latency and high signal-to-noise ratio. Best of all: clean sound with life & depth. ASUS says it's a gaming card, but seems to work well with audio production. The only downside is that it doesn't come with ANY software, although the drivers can be downloaded at the ASUS support site.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not bad for $40, needs updated drivers.
*by A***N on October 11, 2021*

My onboard audio is an ALC897 codec, needless to say, it is underwhelming (thanks MSI for using this on a B560). I then upgraded to an ASUS SE sound card, it was an immediate improvement and provided a rich sound with a deep bass that is fantastic if you are on a budget. I had the opportunity to purchase a used ASUS AE for $40 and though its a definite improvement, there are a few things to be sure to do for installing drivers. Make sure the onboard audio controller is disabled in BIOS and uninstall audio drivers prior to installing the sound card. Once the sound card is installed, go to the ASUS website and install drivers, then restart the PC. The sound quality is a definite improvement over the ALC897 and the ASUS SE. The software is also very user friendly with a number of presets. I am planning on replacing the opamp and am eager to see if it makes any meaningful difference. I will say that it is disappointing that it only goes to 110db and only drives 150ohm headsets. Also, as of 10/11/21, Windows 11 is not yet supported. For $40 its a good buy. However, anything more and I would go with an external dac setup.

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