Creative - Sound Blaster Audigy FX V2 Sound Card
- PCI Express x1 card for a desktop PC
- 5.1 and 7.1 surround channel configurations
- 192 KHz maximum sample rate
- 120 dB signal to noise ratio
- Windows 10 listed as the platform
- 4.76 x 3.15 inches, 190 g
Last refreshed Oct 2, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An internal PCIe sound card that adds surround output to a desktop PC. The listing is short, so ports and software support need checking before you buy.
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ASIN: B09F68MSMSModel: SB1870Category: Internal Sound Cards
Overview
Creative's Audigy FX V2 is an internal sound card that plugs into a PCI Express x1 slot on the motherboard. It handles audio output separately from the board's built-in chip and supports both stereo and surround output modes.
A dedicated card gives a desktop PC a separate audio path with a low noise rating and high sample rate support. The listing names only one operating system and does not describe the output jacks, so check the connectors against your speakers.
Who it's for
A desktop owner who wants surround output or cleaner audio than the motherboard provides, and who has an open slot. Laptop users, and anyone running something other than the listed platform, should check compatibility first.
Pros and cons
- Supports stereo and surround output modes
- Low noise rating
- High sample rate ceiling
- Single-lane PCIe slot requirement
- Output jacks not described in listing
- Only one operating system listed
- Not usable in laptops
Performance notes
A separate card moves digital-to-analog conversion off the motherboard, away from electrical noise inside the case. The sample rate sets the highest audio quality the card can output, and the signal to noise rating describes how quiet the output is. Real results also depend on the speakers or headphones attached.
Where it stands among internal sound cards
- #8 most-searched brand and model of the 8 internal sound cards lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 15 internal sound cards we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Creative |
|---|---|
| Model | SB1870 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 190 g |
| Dimensions | 0.83 x 4.76 x 3.15 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Audio output mode | Stereo, Surround |
| Signaltonoise ratio | 120 db |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Hardware connectivity | PCI Express x1 |
| Compatible devices | PC |
| Other details | |
| Platform | Windows 10 |
| Surround sound channel configuration | 5.1, 7.1 |
| Maximum sample rate | 192 KHz |
Frequently asked questions
How do I look after the Creative Audigy FX V2?
The listing names Windows 10 as the platform and says nothing about drivers or software. Check Creative's support pages for the current driver before moving the card to a new build or a newer operating system.
Is the Audigy FX V2 an external USB sound card?
No. It is an internal card that needs a free PCI Express x1 slot inside a desktop PC.
What is in the box with the SB1870?
The listing shows one pack and gives no list of cables, brackets or discs, so do not assume any extras.