Creative Zen X-Fi (16GB)
MP3 players Buying Guide
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CNET editors' rating:
3.5 stars
Very good
THE GOOD
The Creative Zen X-Fi is an incredible value given its low price and laundry list of features, which include photo, video, Audible, and subscription music support; an FM radio and voice recorder; an SD card expansion slot; WiFi capability; multiple EQ settings; X-Fi sound enhancement technology; and upgraded EP-830 earphones. Sound quality is top-notch, the screen is lovely, and the rated battery life for audio is impressive.
THE BAD
The Creative Zen X-Fi plastic construction does not feel high-quality, and the SD card content does not get integrated into the general libraries. Videos often need to be transcoded through the included software, and the button pad can be confusing at first. Audio battery life is dismal.
THE BOTTOM LINE
The Creative Zen X-Fi's plastic design leaves a little to be desired, but that doesn't detract from the fact that the player is an incredible value overall: for an extremely competitive price you get a boatload of features and great sound quality.
CNET Reader Reviews
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August 29, 2008 03:08
4.5/5
I bought the 16GB model from about a month, and this is my experience so far.
Videos: You've to convert them up to 320x240 pixels (MPEG, DivX, XviD or WMV). I use AllToAVI (it's free) to convert the videos (Creative Centrale doesn't work ... read more » -
August 12, 2008 12:22
4.5/5
The value on this little thing is amazing. I recently purchased a NWZ-A829 16GB Sony Walkman and ended up returning it as soon as I found out the X-Fi was coming out. I can tell you I've got no regrets so far.
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July 23, 2008 01:32
4.5/5
I have owned two iPods and this is my third Zen. I need to qualify my opinion up front. I am totally about sound quality. The video capabilities are a distant second and Creative has always been superior to ANY MP3 player I have sampled.
I had th... read more »
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