Behringer Xenyx 1204USB vs Behringer X32 Compact
Behringer Xenyx 1204USB vs Behringer X32 Compact compared — specs, features, and which one to buy for your setup. See the full breakdown on CreatorConfig.
The Ruling
Behringer Xenyx 1204USB or Behringer X32 Compact? Get the Behringer X32 Compact.
The Behringer X32 Compact wins Channels, Routing and Creator Features. It is the pricier of the two at $1,699, so the Behringer Xenyx 1204USB stays the pick if $1,510 matters more than those specs.
At a Glance
Where each one actually leads
Every axis is scored out of 10 from the catalog specs below. The scores are relative to the products on this page, so a 10 means “best of these”, not “perfect”, and two identical columns mean the catalog genuinely cannot separate them. Axes the catalog holds no figure for on both sides are left off entirely rather than guessed at.
| Category | Behringer Xenyx 1204USB | Behringer X32 Compact |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Resolution | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Channels | 2.5/10 | 10/10 |
| Routing | 2/10 | 10/10 |
| Creator Features | 6.7/10 | 10/10 |
| Value | 10/10 | 1.1/10 |
The Split
What each one wins
Behringer Xenyx 1204USB
Classic USB analog mixer with multiple channels, aux sends, and onboard effects for creator workflows.
It gives up records to SD card and USB audio channels to the Behringer X32 Compact. It is the cheaper of the two, by $1,510.00.
Leads on
- Nothing on the spec sheet goes this one’s way.
Behringer X32 Compact
Professional digital mixer with deep routing, onboard processing, and live production flexibility.
On paper the Behringer X32 Compact takes records to SD card (Yes), USB audio channels (32, +30), XLR inputs (16, +12) and aux sends (6, +4). It concedes nothing measurable on the sheet. That costs $1,510.00 more than the Behringer Xenyx 1204USB.
Leads on
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Records to SD CardYesNo
Recording to an SD card gives you a backup take that survives a computer crash.
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USB Audio Channels +30322
More USB channels let your computer receive each source separately instead of one stereo mix.
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XLR Inputs +12164
More XLR inputs mean you can connect more microphones at once.
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Aux Sends +462
Aux sends create separate mixes — one for your headphones, another for a guest or the stream.
Where they’re identical
These 5 specs are the same on both of them, so none of it is part of the decision.
- Sample Rate 48kHz
- Bit Depth 24-bit
- Phantom Power Yes
- Onboard Effects Yes
- Bluetooth No
The Record
22 specs, grouped by area
A group is won by whoever takes more of its rows outright. Specs the catalog cannot rank are shown but never decide a group.
Bottom Line
Who each one is for
The Behringer X32 Compact is the pick on the specs the catalog holds, but “better on paper” and “right for you” are different questions. Each case below names what the product is actually good at and who that suits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between Behringer Xenyx 1204USB and Behringer X32 Compact?
The clearest difference is records to SD card, which the Behringer X32 Compact has and the Behringer Xenyx 1204USB does not. Across the catalog's specification sheet the two differ on 4 specs. They match on 5 specs, including sample rate, bit depth and phantom power. Two audio mixers from Behringer, each taking a different approach to channel count and routing flexibility.
Which is better for streaming, Behringer Xenyx 1204USB or Behringer X32 Compact?
Get the Behringer X32 Compact. The Behringer X32 Compact wins Channels, Routing and Creator Features. It is the pricier of the two at $1,699, so the Behringer Xenyx 1204USB stays the pick if $1,510 matters more than those specs.
What do the Behringer Xenyx 1204USB and Behringer X32 Compact have in common?
Both share 5 specifications in the catalog, including sample rate (48kHz), bit depth (24-bit), phantom power (Yes) and onboard effects (Yes), among others. None of those is a reason to pick one over the other.
Is the Behringer X32 Compact worth the extra $1510 over the Behringer Xenyx 1204USB?
The Behringer X32 Compact costs $1,699.00 against $189.00, a difference of $1510. The premium buys records to SD card (Yes), USB audio channels (32) and XLR inputs (16). Whether that is worth it depends on which of those you would actually use.