Details

The FIIO M23 represents a significant advancement in the M11 Plus series, maintaining the classic hexagonal honeycomb design and 18:9 golden ratio. It features notable upgrades in configuration, performance, and user experience, aiming to deliver a top-tier mid-to-high-end portable Android HiFi player that excels in both performance and audio quality.

Core DAC Combo: The M23 incorporates the AKM flagship DAC combination, AK4191EQ+AK4499EX. This design separates digital and analog components and includes "DWA ROUTING Technology" to enhance the signal-to-noise ratio, providing a cleaner audio background and higher resolution sound for a natural listening experience.

Double Type-C Ports and Patented Desktop Mode: This model features dual Type-C ports. One port is designated for power input, supporting high gain modes with up to 1000mW per channel, ideal for high impedance headphones. The second port connects to devices for USB DAC functionality. Additionally, the patented Desktop Mode (D.MODE) allows the M23 to operate solely on external power, preserving battery health.

4-Way Fully Balanced THX AAA 78+ Amp Design: The M23 integrates the advanced THX AAA 78+ amplifier architecture, known for its high power output and fidelity, ensuring precise and powerful sound reproduction.

Dual-Mode Fast Charging and Large Battery: The M23 features a dual-mode fast-charging system with speeds up to 30W and a 5500mAh battery. The charging system switches to normal fast-charging as the battery approaches full charge, enhancing battery longevity while improving charging efficiency.

Features

The M23 boasts a unified HiFi audio architecture, four gain levels, a 4-stage 20-rail ultra-decent power supply, and a digital and analog separated power supply. It includes 28 high-capacity polymer tantalum capacitors, a self-developed Digital Audio Purification System (DAPS), and six operating modes, including Roon Ready, global PEQ, and global ALL TO DSD.

Specifications

• Name/Model: M23
• SoC: Snapdragon 660
• DAC: AK4191EQ+AK4499EX
• Amp: 4-way THX AAA-78+
• Charging: AW32271
• Working Modes: Android/Pure music/USB DAC/Bluetooth Receiving/AirPlay/Roon Ready
• Color: Deep blue/Stainless steel
• Dimensions: 75.7 x 136.5 x 18.1 mm (2.98 x 5.37 x 0.71 in)
• Weight: 299 g (Deep blue)/392.3 g (Stainless steel)
• Display: 5.5-inch bezel-less screen (1440 x 720 resolution)
• Volume Control: Slide or button control
• RAM: 4GB
• Internal Storage/Available Space: 64GB/about 46GB
• Memory Card: Single microSD card expansion (up to 2TB theoretical)
• Gain Modes: Super High (for fast charge)/High/Medium/Low Gain modes
• Channel Balance: L20~R20 (0.5dB per level)
• Adaptive Impedance: PO: 8~150Ω (8~5.9Ω) BAL: 8~350Ω (8~13.8Ω)
• Buttons and Ports:
  • Buttons: Power button x1; Multifunction button x1; Volume touch panel x1; Play/Pause x1; Previous track x1; Next track x1
  • Toggle Switch: HOLD x1; D.MODE x1
  • Headphone Out: 3.5 mm
  • Line Output: 3.5 mm (shared PO)
  • BAL Headphone Out: 4.4 mm
  • BAL Line Output: 4.4 mm (shared BAL)
  • COAX Headphone Out: 3.5 mm (shared PO, supports up to 384kHz-24bit/DSD128)
  • USB: Type-C USB3.0 x1 (charging/data transmission) + Type-C POWER IN x1 (Charging/Independent power supply)
• WiFi: 2.4GHz/5GHz, supports DLNA, AirPlay, WiFi song transfer, Roon Ready
• Bluetooth Transmission (5.0): SBC/AAC/aptX/aptX HD/LDAC/LHDC
• Bluetooth Reception (5.0): SBC/AAC/LDAC
• FIIO Link: Android supports WiFi and Bluetooth control, iOS supports WiFi control
• MQA: Supports MQA full decoding
• All to DSD: Supported
• Double Tap to Wake Up: Supported
• In-Vehicle Mode: Auto on/off following the USB of the vehicle
• Max Supported Sampling Rate: Local decoding: up to 384kHz-32bit/DSD256
• USB DAC: Up to 384kHz-32bit/DSD256
• USB Audio: 768kHz-32bit/DSD512 (supports DoP/D2P/Native)
• System Navigation Mode: Supports gesture navigation, 2-button navigation, and 3-button navigation
• Firmware Upgrade: Supports upgrade from local storage/memory card/OTA
• Power Supply: Supports QC3.0, QC4.0, PD2.0, PD3.0 PPS fast charge
• Battery Capacity: 5500mAh
• Charging Time: About 2.5 hours (PD3.0 fast charge mode)
• Standby Time: ＞1000h
• Battery Life (Test Conditions):
  • 3.5mm Headphone Out: 10.5 hours (Volume level 52, Gain level High, EQ OFF, Load 32Ω)
  • 4.4mm BAL Headphone Out: 9 hours (Volume level 41, Gain level High, EQ OFF, Load 32Ω)