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Small rectangular USB dongle with 3.5 mm stereo and mono microphone jacks, matte black finish

QAJOPFN NXA197-L USB Audio Adapter 48 KHz 3.5 mm

SKU CH-T720-J26AP

Adds a 48 kHz stereo headphone output and mono microphone input to any USB port, plug-and-play

  • Adapter typeUSB SOUND CARD, usb
  • Cable length6.1 L x 1.06 W x 0.24 H inches
  • Team affiliation1 Piece
  • First connectorUsb
  • Second connectorUsb
  • Connector genderUsb
  • Replaces a faulty sound card via USB
  • Built-in DAC IC delivers 48 KHz stereo audio
  • Works with Windows 10, 11, Linux, PS4 and PS5
  • Supports simultaneous headphone and mono microphone connection
  • Compact 6.1 × 1.06 × .24 in design weighs .018 kg

What it is and who needs it

The QAJOPFN NXA197-L is a compact USB audio adapter that adds a 3.5 mm stereo headphone output and a mono microphone input to any device with a USB-A port. It is intended for users whose built-in audio jack has failed or who need a simple external sound card for headsets and speakers without installing internal hardware.

Replaces a broken internal sound card

This adapter works as a direct substitute for a malfunctioning onboard audio port or damaged sound card, delivering 48 KHz stereo playback through a built-in DAC IC. The upgrade is worthwhile when the original jack produces noise, has physically broken, or when a laptop lacks a separate microphone input, because the USB interface bypasses the faulty analogue circuitry entirely.

Capacity and headroom

The adapter handles simultaneous headphone output and TRS mono microphone input for voice calls, gaming or media playback on Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux and PlayStation 4 or 5. It does not support TRRS headsets, TS microphones, television sets or car infotainment systems, and it requires the host device to recognise the standard USB audio driver without additional software.

How it compares

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Price $6.99
Cheaper than about 93% of the 1,324 comparable items (median $16.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameQAJOPFN
Part numberNXA197-L
Product typeUsb
Adapter typeUSB SOUND CARD, usb
Ports & slots
First connectorUsb
Second connectorUsb
Connector genderUsb
Connector typeUSB SOUND CARD, usb
Size & build
Cable length6.1 L x 1.06 W x 0.24 H inches
Product dimensions1.397 cm × 7.7978 cm × 7.8994 cm
Product weight0.018 kg
In the box
Units per package1
In the boxUSB SOUND CARD, 1
More details
Team affiliation1 Piece

Questions about this item

How much clearance does the 6.1 x 1.06 x .24 inch body need beside a USB-A port?

The adapter measures 6.1 inches long, 1.06 inches wide and .24 inches high, so allow at least that much space next to the port for the dongle and any attached 3.5 mm plugs.

Does the NXA197-L need a driver install on Windows 10 or 11, or is it truly plug-and-play?

It uses the native USB audio class driver built into Windows 10 and 11; just insert the USB-A connector and the OS will recognise it automatically without extra software.

Will the 3.5 mm microphone jack accept a standard TRRS headset plug, or only a mono TRS mic?

The microphone input supports mono TRS plugs only; TRRS headsets with combined audio and mic on one plug will not work correctly with this adapter.

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