Realtek Digital Output Better — Exclusive

The Realtek Digital Output (Optical/SPDIF) is only "better" if you are connecting your computer to a high-end external device, such as a home theater receiver dedicated DAC

• Allow applications to take exclusive control of this device
• Give exclusive mode applications priority

• Blacker backgrounds (no hiss or electrical noise)
• Tighter bass (less jitter)
• Wider soundstage (better channel separation)
• Bit-perfect playback for hi-res audio

How to Use Realtek Digital Output

: Levels out sound so you don't have to constantly adjust the volume during loud movie scenes. 2. Update Your Drivers realtek digital output better