I'd like to know how the OP5 performs re audio quality.

[AC Question]

I've read some flagship phones( HTC U11, Axon 7, LG V series) have more powerful DACs that enhance audio fidelity with headphones/earphones. I'm wondering how the OP5 compares. Thanks.

 

[Aquila]

The DAC is 32 bit; it's almost identical to the Snapdragon Galaxy S8 because they're both using the exact same DAC which is the default that comes with the Snapdragon 835. They did push a lot of voltage through the 3.5mm headphone jack, which will in turn produce more power and higher quality in better headphones. That voltage puts it on par with devices like the iPhone 7+ and LG V20.

 

[rahool360]

nobody can match lg v20's quad dac...OP5 is slightly better than most other flagships except htc u11 and axon 7 ... you can watch juan carlos bagnell's audio review

 

[Aquila]

Didn't the V10 beat the V20 on audio?

 

[BillJude56]

Thanks for the info and taking the time to respond.

 

[BillJude56]

Thanks for the info. I'll check out Juan's review. I enjoy his work.

 

[Morty2264]

The DAC is 32 bit; it's almost identical to the Snapdragon Galaxy S8 because they're both using the exact same DAC which is the default that comes with the Snapdragon 835. They did push a lot of voltage through the 3.5mm headphone jack, which will in turn produce more power and higher quality in better headphones. That voltage puts it on par with devices like the iPhone 7+ and LG V20.

Thanks for this comparison, Aquila! Informative, as usual.