[Spandy87]

I know the Xonar Essence STX is a popular option, but I'm wondering if there is anything else out there that's maybe better/newer etc that I should also be considering.
 
I just bought these headphones and oh good lord they sound good, but I know a proper sound card is gonna be helpful.
 
I want this for gaming mostly, so being able to use Dolby Headphone is a must too.

 

[tom2011]

creative x fi xtreme gamer
 
or
 

Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium

 

[Roller]

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creative x fi xtreme gamer
 
or
 

Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium

Actually, the Creative X-Fi Titanium HD outperforms those two, and along with the virtualization tech CMSS3D, it has the best gaming performance there is.

 

[tom2011]

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Actually, the Creative X-Fi Titanium HD outperforms those two, and along with the virtualization tech CMSS3D, it has the best gaming performance there is.

 
i know its better
 
but its expensive
 
and dont work with win xp
 
if you have dual os like win xp and 7 you cant run it

 

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Quote:

i know its better
 
but its expensive
 
and dont work with win xp
 
if you have dual os like win xp and 7 you cant run it

The OP didn't state a budget, only that gaming was a main concern. And the Titanium HD is a far better performer than previous gen X-Fi chips. XP? Irrelevant.