Fosi Audio V3 vs OSD Nero Stream XD Detailed Comparison

Fosi Audio V3 vs OSD Nero Stream XD

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Fosi Audio V3

Power Amplifier | 300 watts RMS into 4-ohms

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OSD Nero Stream XD

Integrated Amplifier | 30 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Fosi Audio V3

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Fosi Audio V3 vs OSD Nero Stream XD Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different types of amplifiers. Fosi Audio V3 is a Stereo Power Amplifier speaker whereas the Nero Stream XD is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Fosi Audio V3 and OSD Nero Stream XD first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key Specs	Fosi Audio V3	OSD Nero Stream XD
Power	300 watts x 2 channels maximum into 4 ohms with the 48V/5A supply. Fosi publishes no 8 ohm rating	30 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms and 50 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms
Amplifier class	Class D	Class D
Built-in DAC	No	Yes
Phono input	No	No
Headphone output	No	3.5mm
Bluetooth	No	Yes
App control	—	Yes
Weight	—	1.27kg / 2.8lbs
Dimensions (H x W x D)	1-3/8" x 6-1/2" x 4-1/8" 35.6 x 165.1 x 104.1 mm	2-1/8" x 7-9/16" x 7-13/16" 54.0mm x 193.0mm x 199.0mm

The sections below take each area in turn: power output, inputs and outputs, features and physical size.

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Reasons to choose Fosi Audio V3 over OSD Nero Stream XD

MSRP Price(*)	90USD vs 240USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Watts into 4-ohms	300 watts vs 50 watts	Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Minimum Impedance	2 ohms vs 4 ohms	Compatible with 2-ohms speakers
Coaxial Digital Inputs	vs No	More options for connecting Digital sources
Base Surface Area	171.9cm²/ 26.6inch² vs 384.1cm²/ 59.5inch²	takes less space in your room
Height	35mm vs 54mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose OSD Nero Stream XD over Fosi Audio V3

Handheld Remote	Yes vs No	Control the amplifier by the included RC
App-Based Control	Yes vs None	Control the amplifier via an app
Buil-in DAC	Yes vs No	Connect digital sources without an external DAC
Bluetooth	Yes vs No	Stream music via Bluetooth devices
USB Input	Yes vs	Connect Sources via USB
Headphone Output	3.5mm vs No	Connect your headphone to the amplifier

Inputs and Outputs

The input and output selections that are offered is an important factor when comparing two amplifiers. Here you can find how the I/O selections of the Fosi Audio V3 and OSD Nero Stream XD differs from each other.

Fosi Audio V3 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 1

OSD Nero Stream XD Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 1
1 Optical Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB-A (connect to a Mass Storage Device)

Outputs

Sub Preamp Outputs
3.5mm Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output

OSD Nero Stream XD Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of OSD Nero Stream XD?

Here are the items that come with the Nero Stream XD:

Integrated amplifier
70-inch AC power cord
Remote control (CR2032 battery installed)
2 Antennas
2 Brackets
User Guide