15 Best DACs from Aliexpress

Even a budget DAC, costing less than a thousand rubles, can work as a full-fledged sound card, albeit with slight adjustments for reproducible quality. The presented model has a compact metal case with all the necessary connectors and its own volume control. There is no wireless or Wi-Fi connectivity, but there are RCA, coaxial and mini jack inputs for direct headphone connection. Buyers have left a lot of positive feedback regarding both the device itself and the seller, who quickly responds to an incoming order. It is the combination of all these aspects that made it possible to give this DAC model such a high rating.

In most cases, digital signal converters differ only in appearance, as well as the presence of a display and a remote control. The filling of most models, especially if we are talking about the budget sector, is the same, and now we have the insides of such a device. This board can be placed in any case convenient for you or replaced in a burned-out DAC. Compact sound card with multiple connectors, including coaxial and power button. There is not even a volume control. Yes, and the output of the converted signal is possible only through the mini Jack. A great option for headphones, but hardly suitable for outputting sound to large devices.

Unnlink's compact and stylish DAC is designed for converting PCM/LPCM audio signals. It won't work with Dolby or DTS, so if you're into surround sound, you might want to check out the other options on AliExpress. Everyone else can safely order this budget model. The digital to analog converter has a volume wheel and a basic set of outputs. Due to the built-in noise reduction, the sound is as clear and sonorous as possible without losing volume. Reviews sometimes complain about the Bluetooth connection. There are delays of 0.5–1.5 seconds, which will make it uncomfortable to watch TV. With a wired connection, there is no such problem, everything works perfectly.

For those who simply need to transform the signal, the simplest model, such as GRWIBEOU, will do. Compact device with two inputs on the back and one output on the front. There is not even a volume control. It is understood that this function will be taken over by either the listening device, headphones or speakers, or the playback device, computer, smartphone or player. Also, this model can be used as an intermediary if the amplifier is not equipped with a converter. This DAC is not designed to increase the frequency or volume of a recording. It simply converts the digital signal to analog, and judging by the customer reviews from Aliexpress, it does an excellent job with this task.

AYINO DA615 is capable of delivering truly surround sound (5.1 channel).There are 9 different inputs and outputs, under each of them there is an LED indicator. It shows if the slot is currently active. In the process of ordering on Aliexpress, you must select the type of plug for the outlet. The standard kit also includes 5 cables for all occasions. Wireless lovers can use Bluetooth at a distance of up to 20 m from the DAC, but this feature is not available in all versions of the model. In the reviews, they note a solid assembly of the device, a clear and loud sound. Audiophiles will find something to complain about, but for watching movies and YouTube videos, the converter is perfect.

Prozor is one of the inexpensive DACs from Aliexpress. He copes with his main task perfectly, but you should not expect miracles. The kit includes all the necessary wires, as well as an infrared remote control. It is also interesting that the seller promises delivery from a warehouse in Russia in just a week.Most often on Aliexpress there are positive reviews about the operation of the device. Customers love the clear controls and build quality of the DAC. As for the sound, it is quite decent considering the price. Bass is present, the volume margin is good, there are no delays and background noise. Like many budget converters, the Prozor does not support 5.1 upscaling, so it will not work for Dolby and DTS.

iBasso DC04 and its younger version DC03 are ideal DACs for smartphones. Both models differ in miniature dimensions with decent technical characteristics. AliExpress buyers praise the impressive sound detail. And it does not depend on the chosen genre of music and headphones. Despite the high power of the device, there is no noise in the background. The DAC works with all existing applications and streaming services, however sound quality may vary. The reviews call the sound fast and massive, with excellent detail. The bass is palpable, but without overshooting the frequencies.The only negative was the heating of the converter during prolonged listening to music.

In the modern world, we are increasingly weaning from endless wires with their incredible ability to tangle into the most complex balls. Even DACs can now work wirelessly, and one of these models is now in front of us. It works both from conventional cables and with the help of WI-FI. But here it should be understood that wireless transmission is used exclusively for bestowal. That is, the input signal still passes through the cable, but it can be output to wireless headphones. As for the overall quality of the product, it is at the highest level. The price here is rather big, but given the technical characteristics, it is quite adequate. Still, this is a full-fledged sound card, albeit not in the TOP version.

The seller from Aliexpress in the product description clearly indicates that this decoder is designed to work with headphones, that is, it is not recommended to output sound to speakers using it. However, after studying the reviews, you come to understand that this is far from the case, and the DAC works great with any form of reproducing device. In addition, the fact is clearly confirmed by the technical characteristics. Also here is the maximum equipment. The device immediately comes with the necessary adapters, Mini Jack and even a plug for American and European sockets. There is also a USB cable in the kit, however, it lacks length, but this is already a common thing. Even the best branded models rarely complete products with long wires.

If a smartphone, tablet, laptop or personal computer is not able to please you with high-quality, loud sound, this converter will come to the rescue. The main advantage of the model is its maximum compatibility with any operating system, from Android to Windows 10. Even outdated XP and Vista are supported, which is rare in modern gadgets. Pleased with the visual component. The device is vertically arranged, as compact as possible and does not take up much space on the desktop. It has all the necessary inputs and outputs. Including USB. An excellent DAC for lovers of high-quality music, but not ready to spend money on professional equipment, which is many times more expensive.

When studying the products presented on Aliexpress, you have to rely heavily on customer reviews. In this case, there are few of them, but all are positive. Before us is a full-fledged sound card that can reproduce in perfect quality even music originally recorded in 360p. Also worth mentioning is the metal body and attractive form factor. The device is compact, but at the same time equipped with a blue backlit display, which displays all the necessary information. For convenience, a remote control is provided, which is rare. True, such a pleasure is relatively expensive, but that is why this DAC fell into the category of premium products.

Due to its functionality and characteristics, the SMSL AD18 is ideal for old budget acoustics. The kit includes a weighty power supply, comparable in power and size to that of a laptop. Management is quite convenient: there is an NFC button on the case for quick wireless connection, and there is also a remote control in the set. The popular CS5341 chip is responsible for high-quality and surround sound. In reviews on Aliexpress and other sites, they often argue about this model. Yes, the DAC is quite capable of replacing premium converters, but only in conjunction with inexpensive devices. If you use it together with expensive acoustics, the sound is flat, you can hear the shortcomings.

In most cases, DA converters are connected to a computer, all information can be obtained from the monitor and the necessary parameters can be adjusted there.But what if the incoming signal is taken, for example, from a player or any digital media that is not equipped with a display? In this case, you have to adjust the parameters by ear. In this model, everything you need is already on a small screen on the front panel. The connection type is displayed here, that is, on which channel the signal goes, the playback volume, and also its frequency. There are also disadvantages, or rather one - a relatively high cost. But buyers praise the quality of the device and durability, and these are already advantages for which it makes sense to overpay a little.

LOXJIE D30 is often recognized as the best stationary model along with the sensational TOPPING, although this DAC is not so popular on Aliexpress. Inside the device is a solid AK4493EQ chip from Asahi Kasei, there is support for AptX and many interesting features. The mini-display shows the selected connection type, playback frequency and volume. Also there you can set the filtering mode and working out DSD.The color of the backlight changes, depending on the preferences of the user. Volume control is stepped, it is much more convenient than a standard wheel. In the reviews, it is advised not to connect headphones with high resistance (Ohm) to this converter, otherwise noticeable distortions appear.

From the appearance of this small and bright box, it is difficult to understand what miracles SMSL can do with sound. The modern AK4493EQ chip is responsible for the highest sound quality. There are also no complaints about the rest of the "stuffing": Japanese clock generators, a powerful amplifier and an up-to-date XMOS buffer are used here. It's also nice that the kit includes a remote control, warranty card, instructions and non-slip silicone feet. The main advantage of the converter was the timbre balance - it is close to the reference one. There is no search for high or low frequencies, any music sounds bright, gentle and pleasant. The most significant drawback of the device was the easily soiled body, on which fingerprints remain.