Audioengine HXL USB-C Dongle DAC: High-Resolution Portable Audio
By HiFi Editorial24 February 2026
Key Highlights
The Audioengine HXL is a compact headphone amplifier and DAC designed for portable high-fidelity audio, officially launching on October 6, 2025, for $169 USD.
Featuring dual CS43131 DACs and an SA9312 chipset, it supports PCM up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD256, delivering high-resolution playback.
The device includes 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced outputs, offering flexibility for various headphone types, with SNR of 132 dB and THD+N of 0.0002%.
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