FiiO KA11 Review
FiiO KA11 USB C to 3.5mm Audio Adapter 32bit/384KHz, USB Type C Dongle HiFi DAC Amplifier for Android/iOS/Windows/Mac (Silver, TC)
$32.99 (price as of 2026-11-07)
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Reddit score
4.0 Based on 14 Reddit owner comments · Top 27% of 11 tracked usb-c dongle dacs & adapters
| Owner sentiment | 3.6 | |
| Recommendations | 3.7 | |
| Spec score | Not rated | |
| Value | 4.8 |
How these are computed: methodology. Components without evidence show “Not rated” and their weight moves to the others.
Is the FiiO KA11 worth it?
Based on 14 Reddit owner comments, the FiiO KA11 scores 4.0 out of 5 (owner comments average 3.6 stars), and the theme owners raise most is sound quality (6 mentions).
Who it suits
- You care about compatibility (3 positive owner mentions)
- You care about value (3 positive owner mentions)
- You care about sound quality (3 positive owner mentions)
Who should skip it
- Build matters a lot to you (3 critical owner mentions)
- Value matters a lot to you (2 critical owner mentions)
- Power matters a lot to you (2 critical owner mentions)
What Reddit owners say
8 positive and 4 critical owner comments. Quotes link to the original Reddit comment.
Key specs
As listed on the Amazon product page we checked; missing fields are never estimated.
- Hi-Fi Audio Performance: This USB C to 3.5mm audio adapter delivers high-fidelity audio performance with a Hi-Res DAC chip that provides excellent and stable decoding performance. It supports a maximum sampling rate of 32bit/384Khz, which is higher than most other USB C headphone adapters available on the market.
- [DAC Chip for Hi-Fi Sound Quality]: Built-in with high-peformance DAC CS43131 and op-amp allows the KA11 to effortlessly produce great Hi-Fi sound.
- [Lightweight but useful and powerful]: The tiny USB DAC KA11‘s body size is only 44x9.7x10.5mm, and it is just about 8.5g. It is convenient and portable for you to take it anywhere. The power can reach 245mW at 16Ω load and 200mW at 32Ω load, which is enough to drive most headphones.
- High-standard circuit components are supplemented by multi-layer immersion gold circuit board design, with strong decoding ability and better detail control. THD+N: <0.0006% SNR: 125dB Noise: <1.7uV
- [Multi-playing ways and portable]: KA11 amplifier with a USB Type-C/Lightning connector, you could use it on Android/iOS phones and tablets or to Windows and Mac computers to get a high resolution sound for listening music, playing game, doing chatting, doing living when you are at home or at office.
- [UAC1.0 support]:In the UAC1.0 mode, devices such as Switch and PS5 can be plug-and-play, allowing you to not only enjoy a low-latency gaming experience but also restore rich and detailed gaming sound effects, enabling you to quickly immerse yourself in the game. *Note: The UAC1.0 mode needs to be switched in the FIIO Control app.
| Compatible Devices | Android, Headphone, IOS, Laptop, WINS |
|---|---|
| Connector Type | USB Type C |
| Number of Ports | 1 |
| Nominal Power | 245 Milliwatts |
| Brand | FiiO |
| Model Number | KA11 TC |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 06953175710585 |
| Mfr Part Number | KA11 |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Item Dimensions | 1.73 x 0.41 x 0.04 inches |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Color | Silver |
| Finish | Gold |
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FAQ
Is the FiiO KA11 worth it?
Based on 14 Reddit owner comments, the FiiO KA11 scores 4.0 out of 5 (owner comments average 3.6 stars), and the theme owners raise most is sound quality (6 mentions).
What do Reddit owners complain about with the FiiO KA11?
The most common critical theme is build (3 mentions).
How much does the FiiO KA11 cost?
It was $32.99 on Amazon when we checked on 2026-11-07. Prices change, so check Amazon for the current price.
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Last updated 2026-11-07. Amazon listing ASIN B0CS62JGW2.