If you want even more versatility, grab the LG V60 ThinQ 5G to serve as a phone as well as an MP3 player.

On the other hand, if audio codecs, file formats, DAC & amps, and lossless audio mean nothing to you, then you should stick with basic portable music players such as the Mighty Vibe or the SanDisk Clip Jam. You'll enjoy top-notch audio playback without spending smartphone money with either one. They both manage to produce similar levels of sound that sound exceptionally good. If you can afford it, pair it with the Fiio FD3 wired earphones and you'll experience total auditory bliss.įor lower budgets, the HiBy R3 Pro Saber and HIFI WALKER H2 are decent options. The one caveat here is the eye-watering asking price - this MP3 player will cost you as much as a mid-range smartphone. The 64GB of onboard storage is plenty, but you can expand it if needed.

The M11 is powered by Android and it has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, so you can essentially play music from any app of your choice. There's an ESS Sabre DAC chip inside, it supports a vast range of file formats, and it is Hi-Res Audio certified for both wired and wireless sound delivery methods. There's a little something for everyone, in every color, and every price bracket.įor audiophiles with a keen sense of hearing, the FiiO M11 is the absolute best audio player. Nonetheless, the devices that we have gathered in this roundup have all the best features that you need. A lot of thought goes into the search, especially if you have exposed your ears to high-end audio before. Unlike picking the right music player apps for Android, looking for a dedicated MP3 player is a complicated process.

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