iBasso DX260 MK1 Vs MK2: Which Music Player To Buy?

Back in 2024, early 2024 to be precise, iBasso came up with the revolutionary DX260, a portable Hi-Res Audio player with a removable battery design. Well, the removable battery was not the key feature here; the key feature was its extraordinary audio excellence achieved using a professionally designed octa-DAC arrangement. The player brought us an outstanding audio performance with eight CS43198 high-end 32-bit DAC chips. It supported processing for high-resolution 32-bit/768kHz PCM and Native DSD256 audio signals. The player instantly got into the hot-selling category for its outstanding performance. Fast forward to the recent times in 2025, iBasso has released a revamped version of the classic DX260 with the introduction of the all-new iBasso DX260 MK2. While the new music player is priced identical to the OG model, we have got several new improvements to the device. These improvements tend to enhance the performance of the DX260 MK2 and take it to the next level. In today’s blog, we are going to have a look at all these features that make the iBasso DX260 MK2 a better, improved version of an already great device. So let’s get started.

1. Newer, Upgraded SoC Chipset:-

The first and foremost upgrade on the DX260 MK2 is the newer generation SoC chipset from Qualcomm Snapdragon. The DX260 MK2 comes equipped with a Snapdragon 665 Chipset, instead of the Snapdragon 660 of the OG model. This jump brings the main control chipset of the DX260 MK2 from 14nm technology of the 660 on the OG model to the faster and more efficient 11nm tech of the 665. With its newer, more efficient chipset, the DX260 MK2 promises snappier performance, offering better application support. Its 11nm technology also dissipates less heat, which tends to run the device cooler than the previous model.

2. Upgraded Internal Storage:-

Carry a bigger music library on the DX260 MK2 as it doubles up on the internal storage. The OG DX260 packed a 64GB internal storage, iBasso has doubled this up for the DX260 MK2. We now have 128GB internal storage that helps you carry twice the library anywhere you go. iBasso has not only upgraded the capacity here on the DX260 MK2, they have also opted for faster UFS storage compared to the eMMC of the OG model. This upgrade results in a faster overall experience for the users as the software/applications load faster, and read-write speed is also better than the OG DX260. Serious enthusiasts with a huge library,  We still have a microSD card slot that supports high-capacity memory sticks of up to 2 TB.

3. Newer Android Operating System:-

What’s an upgrade in the portable industry without an upgrade on the software forefront? iBasso DX260 MK2 takes a jump from Android 11 on the OG model to the newer Android 13 Operating System. Newer Android brings a smoother user interface, better application support, better OS stability, and enhanced security. The DX260 MK2 also has a dual-system interface supporting Android 13 and iBasso’s Mango OS. Audiophiles can switch between both the OS seamlessly. With iBasso’s FPGA Master 2.0 Audio controller, DX260 MK2 achieves true high-fidelity audio processing across different media applications. Whatever application you use, you will be greeted with a pure high-resolution audio experience.

4. New Colour Option:-

Last but not least, we have got the iBasso DX260 MK2 in an all-new colour variant. You can grab the iBasso DX260 MK2 in two colour options, the Blue Silver of the OG DX260 and an all-new White Silver colour. Both the colours look spectacular on the robust aluminium frame of the DX260 MK2. The physical colour theme is new, however, we still have the robust build quality of the OG model, featuring a large 5.0” colourful display screen, a robust aluminium alloy frame, removable battery design, etc. Design-wise people have already praised the DX260, so iBasso has done no change to the design of the player in the DX260 MK2.

5. Trusted Audio Circuit With Upgraded Algorithm:-

We have got many new upgrades on the iBasso DX260 Mk2, most of which are on the non-audio part of the hardware. As for the audio circuitry, iBasso has equipped the DX260 MK2 with the same setup as on the OG model. After all, everybody loved the sonic excellence of the OG DX260, why ruin something that’s already perfect? iBass DX260 MK2 packs a high-end Octa-DAC arrangement featuring eight CS43198 DAC chips. With their advanced FPGA Master 2.0 audio controller, The DX260 MK2 provides excellent high-resolution audio signal processing with high DNR, SNR, and ultra-low Distortion characteristics. It delivers impressive performance in processing high-resolution PCM and DSD audio signals. iBasso has brought algorithm upgrades to the DX260 MK2, which results in enhanced audio performance. The DX260 MK2 features dual headphone output ports, 3.5mm single-ended, and 4.4mm balanced. The compact music player has a mighty output rating of 1015 mW per channel through the 4.4mm balanced port, adequate enough to leave you headroom even with demanding IEMs out there.

Final Words:-

iBasso DX260 MK2 is a significant upgrade to an already amazing Audio Player. With this new update, we get a smoother and snappier user interface bundled with higher and faster internal storage, and a new colour variant, all this while promising an epic sonic performance. This one is designed for audiophiles who need the latest Android operating system with advanced high-resolution audio characteristics. Which upgrade do you think is the most important with the iBasso DX260 MK2?? The most important part is that, with all-new hardware, iBasso has kept the price of the DX260 MK2 identical to the OG model. It is available for $999 with us, you can check out more details about the iBasso DX260 MK2 here.

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