The Creative BT-W5 USB Type-C Bluetooth Transmitter allows you to connect your Bluetooth headset or speakers wirelessly to your device with high-definition 24-Bit / 96 KHz audio streaming. It is equipped with the latest Bluetooth 5.3, aptX™ Adaptive codec that allows users to toggle priority between ‘Low Latency’ and ‘High Quality’.
Features
Creative BT-W5
Smart Bluetooth® 5.3 Audio Transmitter with aptX™ Adaptive
The Creative BT-W5 is a smart Bluetooth audio transmitter that is designed to complement the digital natives of today’s progressively wire-free world. Equipped with the latest Bluetooth 5.3, aptX™ Adaptive codec that allows users to toggle priority for aptX Adaptive between ‘Low Latency’ and ‘High Quality’, and a convenient device switching function, Creative BT-W5 makes your Bluetooth experience enjoyable for entertainment, work, and more!
Reliable High-Definition 24-Bit / 96 KHz Audio Streaming
Enjoy consistent high quality audio playback for work and gaming with the latest aptX Adaptive codec.
Smart Codec with Auto-Adjusting Bitrate
Enjoy lossless audio for your movie, music, and games. It also automatically chooses the best available audio codec supported on your device.
Easy Device Switch
Easily switch the output device you are connected to via the multi-functional button. The audio transmitter remembers up to 4 devices at a time.
Convenient Voice Chat
Communicate clearly with your team over Bluetooth when you activate Hands-free Profile (HFP) mode.
Portable, Plug and Play
Simply plug into a USB-C port and connect your wireless headset or speakers. It does not require any drivers and draws a negligible amount of power.
Specifications
General Data
| Model Number |
70SA018000002 |
| Bluetooth Version |
Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles |
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
AVRCP (Audio / Video Remote Control Profile)
HFP (Hands-free Profile) |
| Audio Codec |
aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX, SBC |
| Wireless Operating Range |
Up to 50 m / 165 ft (Unobstructed line-of-sight) |
| Maximum RF Output Power |
10 dBm |
| Wireless Frequency |
2402 – 2480 MHz |
| USB Input Resolution |
Up to Stereo 24-bit / 96 kHz |
| Wireless Playback Resolution |
Up to Stereo 24-bit / 96 kHz |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) |
26 x 16 x 8 mm / 1.0 x 0.6 x 0.3” |
| Weight |
3 g |
| Package Content |
1 x Creative BT-W5
1 x EN Quick Start Guide
1 x CS Quick Start Guide
1 x Warranty and Compliance Information Leaflet |
Creative App
| Windows and MacOS |
Creative Application download at creative.com/support/BTW3X |
System Requirements
| Windows |
Intel® i3 or AMD® equivalent processor
Intel, AMD, or 100% compatible motherboard
Microsoft® Windows 11, Windows 10, 32 / 64-bit or later
>4 GB Ram, >4 GB of free hard disk space
Available USB 2.0 / 3.0 port |
| Macintosh |
Macintosh running macOS 10.15 or later
>4 GB RAM, >4 GB of free hard disk space
Available USB 2.0 / 3.0 port |
| PS4 |
Firmware Ver 5.0 or later
Available USB Port |
| PS5 |
Firmware Ver 20.02-2.26.00.00-00.00.00.0.1 or later
Available USB port |
| Nintendo Switch |
Switch OS 5.0 or later
Available USB port
Voice communication on Nintendo Switch is title-dependent |
Backed by a 1 year Creative warranty.
