Meizu Lifeme EA2 Review: Hi-Fi DAC Amp with 27W Fast Charging

Under the current near-universal adoption of Type-C phones, the retention of 3.5mm headphone jacks has become increasingly rare. However, many consumers still prefer using wired headphones or 3.5mm jack-related products. Despite the current popularity of wireless earphones, wired headphones remain favored by many consumers due to advantages like low latency and high stability. Moreover, as various music platforms gradually support lossless audio quality, we've seen audiophiles connecting "small tails" or even "small bricks" to their phones for music playback. These devices not only solve the absence of a 3.5mm jack but also take over the phone's decoding chip responsibilities, providing users with better audio decoding output. Today, we're doing a simple unboxing of the Meizu Lifeme EA2 DAC headphone amplifier.

The Meizu Lifeme EA2 Fast Charge DAC headphone amplifier features a T-shaped design with an oxidized aluminum casing and a fine matte surface, offering excellent texture. On either side are a 3.5mm headphone jack and a Type-C charging port, supporting up to 27W PD fast charging according to official specs. Despite its compact size, it delivers 32-bit/384kHz resolution, 30mW@32Ω output, 120dB signal-to-noise ratio, and -95dB distortion.

The Type-C connector is extended, ensuring compatibility even with phone cases. The device supports cases up to 2.8mm thick, covering most models on the market. The T-shaped design also prevents interference during gaming or video playback.

It's worth noting that the Meizu Lifeme EA2 is essentially a USB sound card with device compatibility limitations. While it works with most smartphones, it's incompatible with OPPO, VIVO, and OnePlus devices (likely due to conflicts with their fast-charging protocols). It also doesn't support Nintendo Switch or PS5. (Tests show it works with Windows 11 PCs, recognized as headphones, enabling Dolby Atmos and other spatial audio effects even when connected to speakers.)

During charging tests with a Xiaomi 13, the power output reached 14W despite the compatibility list claiming PD 9V support. It didn't hit the max 27W—unclear if this is due to the phone or the adapter (Xiaomi's original charger only reached 40W vs. its claimed 67W). We've contacted Meizu for clarification.

At 30°C room temperature with no airflow, the EA2 reached only 32.6°C after 10 minutes of simultaneous charging and playback—barely warm to the touch. Real heat comes from the phone itself.

For audio testing:
Phone: Xiaomi 13
Audio source: Lossless 96kHz/24bit
Headphones: $19 Xiaomi Piston Earphones
Recording specs: 2-channel, 192kHz/24bit ASMR
Use headphones for best listening results

With 3.5mm jacks disappearing and Bluetooth earphones improving in audio quality, battery life, and stability, wireless has become mainstream. Yet wired headphones persist, especially among audiophiles. Even non-audiophiles like me (who detest audio-video latency) keep a wired pair handy. The Meizu Lifeme EA2 revives wired audio with Hi-Fi quality while solving battery anxiety, all in a compact, innovative design that outshines competitors.