C-Media CMI8738 Driver

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The C-Media CMI8738 is a popular audio chip designed for use in sound cards, primarily known for its budget-friendly solutions in the late 1990s and early 2000s. This chip became widely adopted due to its ability to provide quality audio output for both gaming and multimedia applications at a low cost. 

The CMI8738 supports a variety of audio standards, including AC'97, and features integrated support for 3D sound, making it an attractive choice for users looking to upgrade their audio experience without investing in high-end hardware. 

Its implementation in many entry-level sound cards helped improve the audio quality of PCs, especially at a time when integrated sound solutions were often inadequate for gaming and media consumption.

One of the key features of the CMI8738 is its support for 16-bit audio with sample rates of up to 48 kHz, which was sufficient for most consumer audio applications at the time. This capability allowed users to enjoy reasonably high-quality sound for music playback, gaming, and video applications. 

Furthermore, the CMI8738 supports various audio formats, making it versatile enough for different software environments. Its ability to process multiple audio streams simultaneously contributed to a more immersive experience for gamers and multimedia users, especially in applications that utilized 3D sound effects.

Download the latest C-Media CMI8738 drivers for Windows by browsing this page, and install them easily by following our short installation guide. 

C-Media CMI8738 Driver

To download the most up-to-date C-Media CMI8738 drivers, simply scroll down to the bottom of this page, fill in the Captcha, and click the Download button under the Captcha field. 

Once the download is complete, you will find a zipped folder containing the latest drivers for Windows.

Windows users will simply find an executable (exe) file in the dedicated folder. Running an executable file is very simple. To do so, just double-click on it, and follow any on-screen instructions that may appear.