iBasso - DX170

Portable Digital Audio Player

Sale price₹ 34,999 Regular priceMRP: ₹ 44,999
Discontinued
Color: Black
This product is permanently discontinued by the manufacturer and continues to live on in Headphone Zone's Museum.

Unfortunately, even if we desire to, we won't be able to resurrect this product. The Museum is where we pay our respects to end-of-life, old, archived, but not forgotten products. This page was made with a lot of love and will live on for posterity. What to say, we're sentimental people. 😔

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Customer Reviews

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Kohana (Reykjavik)
My end-game DAP - review after 1.5 months of use

The title really says it all for the review.
this is the 2nd ibasso audio product i own and i just really like their sound and quality of products.
as someone who was very skeptical of daps (because our phones do everything), this dap has been my main for listening to music and just music only. i love how everything is just offline!
things i like:
- builld quality & colour (the blue is just gorg)
- buttons & volume knob
- android operated
- sd card facility
- mango player (the built-it music player, it is very very nice)
- solid DAC & AMP build
- amaze soundstage & just v v fun to listen to music with this
- the fact that i can play music by folders & not depend on the default sorting system of the player
- battery life -- you can get good battery life (1+ days) but you REALLY have to playaround with the settings and offload/disable all apps. since i only have offline music in my DAP, i get good battery life. Before, when i tried wifi streaming my music, the DAP barely lasted.
- the in-box type-a to type-c cable is solid! i love the length and the build

things i wish were different:
- providing a better cover than the in-box silicon one -- when it turns yellow, i have no idea where i'm gonna find a replacement
- 2.5mm headphone jack instead of 4.4mm (this is just what i prefer)
- improved battery life when streaming music online
- wouldn't get hot like indian summer heat temps -- can happen when you're streaming, have more apps open in the background, wifi & bluetooth running all-time. it saps battery like crazy and also gets super-hot.

things that the DAP may not be suitable for:
- online streaming
- using it like a phone attached to the internet all the time

well, if you've made it this far and thinking to yourself, what is the point of spending almost 40k on this if all you can do is listen to offline music and beyond that, your DAP just becomes a fancy paperweight, well my priorities were as follows:
- a DAP that doesn't have a smartwatch's face for display (readability is key)
- a DAP that could be held comfortably in one-hand like a 5" phone
- an android-based OS DAP
- a DAP with good build quality
- a DAP with good internal storage (enough to run w/o hics)
- online streaming is not a priority
- your entire local music library in the palm of your hands
- a DAP that you will travel with so good battery life

there are good ones in the market but either they were too high a price for my needs or i had to give up on some of my priorities that i wouldn't call a "compromise".

Basically - if you're in the market for a DAP, know your needs and specs as well. Do the research and foremost - you really need to want a DAP to even venture into DAPs in the 1st place! I really love mine & never looking back.

Thanks a lot for your detailed and genuine feedback, we're glad that you have such positive thoughts about the product and we'll share your thoughts with the brand as well. It'll also help our fellow customers to make the right choice!

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d.s. (Bengaluru)
Ferrari on service lane

Using this device from last one year.
Super slippery, definitetly not a tank built for any war even worse than plastic toy, back of the device cracked within one week. Super laggy, does not give more than 3-4 hour of battery, with wonderful feature of working as heater in winters.
But Nothing has bothered me as sound output was incredible with apple music hi res lossless.

Now there is an error showing, that app works on unrooted devices.

So there is no use of this device for people using Apple music, brought expensive iems, also no use with Bluetooth tws, as sound quality will be same as of smartphone.

If device especially meant for audio can't support music apps. There are other ways too to get paid disappointment.

Hey there,

Thank you for taking the time to share a review on the iBasso - DX170.

We're sorry to hear that you're facing issues with the iBasso - DX170 and we believe a firmware update should sort out the issues you're facing.

If the issues still persists, please get in touch with us at direct@headphonezone.in and we'll get in touch with the brand regarding your case.

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Khaja Hussain Shaik (Hyderabad)
Design and Comfort:
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Ibasso DX 170 DAP

As a first-time user of DAP, I found it better than my A&K XB10 Dac/Amp. In fact, I can use it independently without depending on my mobile phone for accessing music Apps and for listening to music without any hassles. I am yet to try the balanced output using balanced cable with 4.4 mm terminator in order to judge the sound quality.

Hey there, thank you so much for the awesome review!

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Aditya Mehta (Mumbai)
Design and Comfort:
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Value for Money:
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Ibasso dx170

Good built quality
Sound is ok… Shanling has a better sound quality at a lesser price

We really appreciate the genuine feedback, we'll share your thoughts with the brand as well!

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Rajiv Jais (Kanpur)
I Basso DAP/DAC.

One of very nice DDAP/DAC, goes better with 4.2 mm to 3.5 mm male female adapter. How ever I also have Tempotec V 6 for me Tempo tec V 6 is stunning which I bought from headfone zone also

Hey Rajiv, thanks a lot for your amazing review!

Why iBasso is Special

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Designed in China

Established & Reputed

Trust us, our reputation in the audio world speaks for itself!


This headphone or gear comes from a well-respected brand known for its high-quality audio equipment, so you can be confident in your purchase.


If you see a product marked as “🎖️ Established & Reputed”, it means you're getting a top-tier device from a brand that's earned its stripes in the audio industry.

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Born in 2006

Why we love this DAP

Premium Economy

Sensible spending and class above in quality. 


This headphone or gear offers top-notch sound and performance without much impact on your pocket, promising a delightful experience that exceeds your expectations at an economical price point.


If you see a product marked as “💎 Premium Economy," it indicates that you're getting a high-quality audio product with exceptional sound clarity and reliable performance, all at a budget-friendly price.

For Enthusiasts on a Budget

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This headphone or gear is made for all passionate hobbyists who want top-notch gear without breaking the bank.


If you see a product marked as “🪴 For Enthusiasts on a Budget”, get ready to indulge in your music with high-quality, affordable products that keep your wallet happy and your enthusiasm alive!

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It is hit among the pickiest of audio enthusiasts. It comes with two thumbs up and is the community’s and one of our favourites.


If you see a product marked as “🦋 Audiophile Community Favourite”, you're in for a sonic treat with top-tier sound quality that will make your ears swoon and elevate your listening experience to new heights!

Use Wirelessly with Bluetooth

Enjoy the convenience of seamless wireless connectivity


This headphone or gear indicates that the product supports wireless connectivity via Bluetooth, freeing you from the tangles of cords and cables.


If you see products marked as “✂️ Use Wirelessly with Bluetooth”, enjoy the freedom to stream music, make calls, and more, all without being tethered to your device, giving you the flexibility to move around and multitask with ease.

Battery Life

No need to be connected to the power socket with these devices.


This headphone or gear promises long-lasting battery performance, ensuring your device keeps up with your adventures without missing a beat.


If you see products marked as “⏳ Battery Life”, be rest assured that you'll enjoy extended usage time, whether it's for uninterrupted music playback, extended gaming sessions, or all-day productivity, keeping you powered up throughout your day.

Battery Capacity

Power that keeps your music going.


This headphone or gear has ample battery capacity, promising you plenty of juice to power through your day with gusto.


If you see products marked as “🔋 Battery Capacity”, rejoice in the knowledge that your device is equipped with a robust battery, providing you with extended usage time and reducing the frequency of recharges, so you can focus on your favourite tracks.

Storage

Storage is important. Even in this era of streaming music, you’d want to make sure you have enough space to store your amazing collection of music on your player. Imagine a long flight, it’s your offline files you’re going to be listening to.


Keeping your entire collection of Hi-Resolution music in one place is the most convenient way of carrying your music library. However, Hi-Resolution files are heavy. Most songs in a FLAC format can be about 100mb per track. So more space is always better.


Most players support both internal storage and expandable storage via an external memory card. Make sure you check both - the internal memory on players, and consider the maximum supported size of the expandable storage. It’s best to keep your library of offline files in expandable storage and use the internal storage for saving files from streaming apps.




At the time of writing this article, MicroSD cards for 256 GB were easily available and affordable for less than Rs. 2000. Higher capacity cards are also available, but that seems to be the sweet spot.

Built like a Tank

No need to worry about durability.


If you're seeking a headphone or gear with a strong, rugged build, this snapshot indicates that this is the one for you.


If you see a product marked with “🪖 Built like a Tank", it means this product is crafted with metal in its design, ensuring exceptional robustness and durability.

Why it Sounds Amazing

DAC Chip

Know the secret to your pristine audio.


This headphone or gear reveals the secret sauce behind superior audio quality, highlighting the presence of a high-performance DAC chip for pristine sound reproduction.


If you see products marked as “⚙️ DAC Chip”, expect to experience your music with unparalleled clarity, detail, and fidelity, ensuring that every note and nuance is faithfully reproduced for your listening pleasure.

Power Output

When you need that juice to get the best out of your products.


This headphone or gear packs a punch, revealing the product's impressive power output capabilities, ensuring it can handle even the most demanding products with ease.


If you see products marked as “🚀 Power Output”, you're in for a treat with robust performance for driving high-fidelity products without breaking a sweat.

COMING AS A SUCCESSOR TO THE DX160, IBASSO INTRODUCES THE ALL-NEW AND UPGRADED DX170

iBasso is renowned for creating reference-level DAPs that have served as industry benchmarks. The team of experts at iBasso, engineers products that go through extensive research and development before being made available to consumers. The DX170 is an improvement to the original DX160, which was a success for iBasso. The brand-new DX170 is a DAP and was developed using more than ten years of tuning and design expertise, building on the remarkable performance of earlier generations. With a new, faster Rockchip SoC, new Cirrus Logics DAC Chips, an updated Android OS, and many other features, iBasso has entirely redesigned its mid-level series. The DX170 hosts recent Cirrus Logic audio decoding DAC chips. In contrast to the DX160, which had two CS43198 DAC chips, the new DX170 has dual CS43131 DAC chips, which are part of Cirrus Logics' most recent DAC generation. The iBasso DX170 is a suitable successor with comparable sound qualities, the latest version of Android, and a more user-friendly UI.
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FEATURES DUAL CIRRUS LOGIC DAC CHIPS AND 8X MQA SUPPORT TO PRESENT CLEAN AND PRISTINE SOUND

On the DX170, iBasso included a Dual DAC chipset. The dual CS43131 DAC chips are built into the DX170 to offer exceptional performance with extremely low THD+N and high SNR values. These 32-Bit DAC chips deliver the highest calibre of audio signal decoding possible! With careful tuning and adjustment, the DX170 not only maintains the transparency and exquisiteness of CS43131 but also improves the melody and realism of the music, whether you're utilising the 3.5mm single-ended or 4.4mm balanced output. The iBasso DX170 supports native DSD256 signals, high-resolution 32-bit/384kHZ PCM signals, and full 8x MQA decoding. Prepare to enjoy your favourite Hi-Res audio anytime, anyplace, with the DX170.
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UTILISING FPGA MASTER TECHNOLOGY TO DELIVER JITTER-FREE AUDIO

The FPGA-Master technology created by iBasso is used by the DX170. As the SoC's (System On Chip) audio system controller, the FPGA-Master is crucial to signal reproduction and maintaining signal integrity. It does so by directly requesting audio data from the SoC. Utilising two NDK femtosecond oscillators, it synchronises and creates all audio clocks simultaneously to produce a fully synchronised single clock source. In addition, jitter is drastically reduced by the FPGA and NDK oscillators, delivering a clean digital audio signal.

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ENJOY A SEAMLESS WIRELESS LISTENING EXPERIENCE WITH BLUETOOTH 5.0 + 5G WIFI SUPPORT ALONG WITH DUAL OUTPUTS

With the introduction of wireless technology, the world has gone surreal for streaming music without having to deal with the annoyance of wires. The engineers created the DX170 with Bluetooth and WiFi capabilities so that consumers can stream music wirelessly. Thanks to an upgraded internal antenna, the DX170 provides outstanding coverage. The DX170 supports 2.4 & 5 GHz (b/g/n/ac) with WiFi6. The DX170 has Bluetooth 5.0 capability, as well as an improved antenna that allows for longer transmission distances and stronger signals. The DX170 hosts a 3.5mm Single-Ended and 4.4mm Balanced Output delivering an output power of 3.5mm Single-Ended and 4.4mm Balanced Output, respectively.

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DELIVERING A WHOPPING 11 HOURS OF PLAYTIME AND EMBEDDED WITH 5 INCH SCREEN

What's the most important aspect of portable digital audio players? The way they sound, yes, definitely, but you need enough battery power for an uninterrupted listening experience. This is what the engineers at iBasso paid attention to in engineering DX170 to accommodate a 3.8V 3200 mAh battery delivering up to 11 hours of playtime. However, the play time varies with different resolutions, volume used and headphone/IEM loads. The DX170 supports USB3.0. How about you owning a DAP that has a high-resolution screen with touch controls? You have nowhere to look for as the iBasso DX170 features a 5-inch full-screen display with a thin bezel and with In-Call capacitive touch panel. The screen resolution is 1080P Full HD, with superior colour reproduction in digital audio players.

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EXPERIENCE SMOOTH PERFORMANCE WITH ROCKCHIP QUAD-CORE SOC AND ANDROID 11 OS

The latest DX170 has a high-end SoC chip created by Rockchip in its core. The DX170 comes with a Rockchip RK4566 4-core SoC chip from iBasso. It is a chipset that offers a fluid user interface and supports multitasking. The DX170 runs on the latest Android 11 operating system. Due to the quick system responsiveness, it is seamless to use. The Android 11 system debuted in the mid-range player, with a more smooth and intuitive user interface. Users are free to install APKs and take advantage of internet streaming's convenience. The DX170 uses a "Non-SRC" version of Android 11 and inherits the system architecture of iBasso players. The DX170 has 2GB RAM and 32GB built-in storage with an extended micro SD card slot, making it easy to install more apps and store lossless files. The iBasso - DX170 is as smooth as some of the latest smartphones available on the market, making the user interface lively and fast.

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1 Year Warranty

Don't sweat it, this iBasso - DX170 comes with a 1 Year warranty from iBasso that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

Read more about iBasso's warranty in India.

Great Products with Outstanding Performance

Founded in 2008, iBasso is a digital audio product manufacturer from China. The company started by manufacturing digital audio players and amplifiers and today even manufactures DACs and IEMs for audiophiles. iBasso, over time, has become one of the most acclaimed brands for those seeking budget-friendly, yet high-performance gear. iBasso DACs have gained popularity over the years and are a part of many music enthusiasts' collections.

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Audiophile-Heaven

"iBasso DX170 has an outstanding price and superb price/performance ratio, having good build quality, Superb design, and a very satisfying sound. DX170 is great deal and that it is a fully recommended."

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Major-HiFi

"The iBasso DX170 is without a doubt one of the best DAPs you can get that won’t cost you an arm and a leg. Many of its best qualities put it up to the level of higher-end DAPs, minus the smaller size."

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Head-Fi

"Well done, iBasso is a very good brand that is proud to be successful. Today I can confidently say that the DX170 is a successful evolution of its predecessor."

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Ear-Fidelity

"I had high expectations of the iBasso DX170, but I wasn’t really prepared for this one. This is an exceptional device that will be really hard to rival in its price range. "

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moonstarreviews

"I highly enjoyed the gorgeous looking display and the very compact and pocket friendly design of the new iBasso DX170, which makes it ideal on the go. Gorgeous looking Touch Display."

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Bloom-Audio

"With new features like Bluetooth DAC and all around improvements to the sound, DX170 is a clear evolution of iBasso’s DX100 series in both sound and performance."

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