How Much of a Difference Does a Dedicated Sound Card Make?

Johnny Djevdet · Jul 29, 2014

I was wondering how much of a difference a dedicated sound card would make. I am currently using the MSI 970A-G46 motherboard for my audio solution.

I listen to music and game extremely often on my PC as well!

Calnin · Jul 29, 2014

It doesn't affect performance that much. It'll give you cleaner audio but I don't think it'll be that big of a difference unless you're an audiophile or something.

getochkn · Jul 29, 2014

Depends on what you plan on hooking up.

A AV/surround receiver, won't matter, it will be all optical or HDMI.

$20 speakers or headset, you won't notice a thing.

$400 headset, the better amps in the better soundcards can be a huge benefit, but some motherboards offer some good sound upgrades too.

i7Baby · Jul 29, 2014

The newer mtherboards have a lot better sound than your 970a will have. Try a 990fx motherboard instead.

eg http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128509

See http://www.tweaktown.com/reviews/4387/gigabyte_ga_990fxa_ud5_amd_990fx_motherboard_review/index13.html

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