SupremeFX II should i use this or my X-FI sound card

ashmanuk67 · 28 Dec 2008 at 11:45

Can you tell me if its worth keeping my X-fi sound card in my new motherboard or use the SupremeFX II that come with the Asus Rampage Formula.

The SupremeFX II looks like it uses some form of pci-e would this be more of a benefit to me.
I have posted this in the sound card thread but no one has answered

Thanks

clone · 28 Dec 2008 at 12:00

Your X-fi sound card may be better sound wise, but if you need the space then stick with the motherboard one.

ashmanuk67 · 28 Dec 2008 at 16:08

Thanks Clone,

The sound card is not imbedded in the motherboard it is a separate piece of hardware.

check this out towards the bottom..http://www.overclockersclub.com/reviews/asus_rampage_formula/2.htm

Monkeynut · 28 Dec 2008 at 16:24

The SupremeFX cards are simply an onboard chip on a separate card. ASUS ran out of space on the motherboard for it. It will sound good, but not as good as the X-Fi. You also won't get EAX 3 or above on the SupremeFX card. Depending on who makes the audio chip on it you may get EAX 1 & 2 emulation.

ashmanuk67 · 28 Dec 2008 at 16:40

Thankyou Monkeynut i will stick with my X-fi