SMSL PO100 2024 XU316 DAC, USB to Optical/Coaxial Converter vs HDMI 2.1 Audio Extractor with Optical & 3.5mm Output
Overall winner: HDMI 2.1 Audio Extractor with Optical & 3.5mm Output
Key Differences
AOSHIDA's SMSL PO100 (B0DNP6RCLB) is a USB-C XU316-based DAC that converts USB to optical/coaxial outputs and is positioned at a more affordable price point; it focuses on asynchronous USB transmission and noise reduction but lacks IIS output. iArkPower's HDMI 2.1 Audio Extractor (B0F63LN48M) extracts audio from HDMI and provides optical plus 3.5mm analog outputs, making it better for HDMI source setups and broader device compatibility
SMSL PO100 2024 XU316 DAC, USB to Optical/Coaxial Converter
Digital-to-analog converter with XU316 chip, USB-C input and optical/coaxial outputs. Notable for noise reduction and signal transfer; mixed views on sound quality from users
Pros
- XU316-based DAC with USB-C input
- asynchronous transmission and noise reduction
- digital-to-analog with optical/coaxial outputs
- value for money (customer insight)
Cons
- PO100 does not support IIS output
- mixed feedback on sound quality
HDMI 2.1 Audio Extractor with Optical & 3.5mm Output
HDMI 2.1 audio extractor isolates audio from HDMI sources to optical (SPDIF), 3.5mm AUX, or both. Enables flexible setups with external receivers, amplifiers, or soundbars. customer insight: mixed signals present none
Pros
- extracts audio from HDMI signal
- outputs via optical and 3.5mm
- supports external receivers and soundbars
- works with 4K120Hz sources
Cons
- customer insights: text: None
- no explicit mention of Dolby Vision/Atmos support in outputs
- no included price or availability details
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | AOSHIDA |
| Durability | Tie |
| Versatility | iArkPower |
| User Reviews | AOSHIDA |