[axi6ne8us]

   
How would you describe the GS7E sound?
 
Also, which is more appealing to you, the HTC 10 or the Vivo Xplay 5 Elite?

The GS7E sound isn't bad, but for a premium device, it should be much better.  You have to turn up the volume to 100% to really hear anything. I am using the s7e with the triple driver 1More iem, together with poweramp pro and I still need to crank up the volume to a close 100 to comfortable hear and enjoy the music I'm listening too. I am coming from a Note 5 and never had to crank up any higher than 15 - 25%,  so you can understand my disappointment!
The Vivo Xplay 5 Elite is more appealing, but I don't know anything about the reputation of the company over HTC. Specs wise, the Elite is better, but I will feel better to go with the HTC 10 if I require support for any reason. Personally, my choice would be the Lenovo Vibe X3. It has a more premium look and the internal hardware is top-notch! 

 

[Whitigir]

Oppo and ViVo are the same but different variant from 1 main mother company. I almost went with ViVo, but like I mentioned, I had been gone for years on smartphones that don't work with T-mobile extended network, so it defeats my T-mobile and having a smartphone all together. I was so glad that finally I could find one, and that is HtC 10

The Vivo Xplay 5s is a beast in hardware and DAC build up

 

[AudiOw]

  Specs wise, the Elite is better

Does that include the sound? And if so, how? I can see that it's 32-bit/192kHz audio, but what else in terms of sound about it is better than the HTC's?

 

[Gee Simpson]

I'm convinced. I'll definitely be purchasing the HTC 10 soon to replace my Galaxy Note II

 

 

[SeeSax]

For what it's worth, I have the 10 as well (for a few days now) and I love it. It has a surprising amount of power for less efficient IEMs. Haven't tried full-sized headphones yet, but it has sounded fantastic with my DN-2000J earphones, my MRD-EX1000s and my LZ-A2. I have the LZ-A3 coming now also and I assume it will rock with those. 
 
-Collin-

 

[Whitigir]

For what it's worth, I have the 10 as well (for a few days now) and I love it. It has a surprising amount of power for less efficient IEMs. Haven't tried full-sized headphones yet, but it has sounded fantastic with my DN-2000J earphones, my MRD-EX1000s and my LZ-A2. I have the LZ-A3 coming now also and I assume it will rock with those. 

-Collin-

Yes, the 10 sounds is good. I am glad to hear from more members, so please keep it coming.

 

[Whitigir]

Check out for TTPod T2E if you want something reasonably priced and has good audio with the 10

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0105VT7W0/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1462933690&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=ttpod+t2e&dpPl=1&dpID=312NeibqWOL&ref=plSrch

 

[Whitigir]

Another review I agree with http://www.knowyourmobile.com/

 

[mx19]

Sorry to say, but I won't believe that snapdragon's DAC+unknown AMP beats mighty ESS DAC/amp in LG G5 or V10, not mentioning even better Meizu Pro 5 or Vivo's dual Sabre DAC phones...

 

[Whitigir]

Sorry to say, but I won't believe that snapdragon's DAC+unknown AMP beats mighty ESS DAC/amp in LG G5 or V10, not mentioning even better Meizu Pro 5 or Vivo's dual Sabre DAC phones...

How can you be so sure if HtC 10 uses snapdragon ?

 

[435279]

How can you be so sure if HtC 10 uses snapdragon ?

Its a logical conclusion, the DAC on the Snapdragon 820 processor is 24/192 so they would most likely use that rather than add another chip.

Multimedia
• 10-bit 4K decode
• 1080p240 FPS decode
• 4K HEVC video (Decode: 60 fps,
10-bit. Encode: 30 fps)
• Simultaneous 1080p30+1080p30
inbound/outbound
• WCD9335 audio codec
• Hi-Fi 24bit/192kHz FLAC playback

 

 

[Whitigir]

Also keep in mind that day is only one part of the chain, the implementation is much important. My note 4 with Wilson chip did not do as good as note 4 Snapdragon chip

 

[Nirvana1000]

Sorry to say, but I won't believe that snapdragon's DAC+unknown AMP beats mighty ESS DAC/amp in LG G5 or V10, not mentioning even better Meizu Pro 5 or Vivo's dual Sabre DAC phones...

Don't rely on specs to make a final decision.

 

[Nirvana1000]

Also keep in mind that day is only one part of the chain, the implementation is much important. My note 4 with Wilson chip did not do as good as note 4 Snapdragon chip

Exactly .Implementation of these parts is crucial.Some people are only looking for the ESS sabre DAC.But that doesn't guarantee the best performance and sound quality output.

 

[doraymon]

How does the phone perform with headphones over bluetooth/aptX?