Marantz SR8015 vs Denon AVR-X1800H review

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An affordable AV receiver is always a good option to consider, so Marantz SR8015 vs Denon AVR-X1800H comparison definitely makes sense.

Amplifier

A significant difference between the receivers in the number of channels, Marantz SR8015 has 11.2 versus 7.2 for Denon AVR-X1800H. Regarding power, then SR8015 has such a W/Ohm ratio - 140/8, 175/6 when AVR-X1800H has a power of 80/8, 120/6. The THD is 0.05% for the SR8015 but 0.08% for the AVR-X1800H. Only the SR8015 supports Bi-amping feature. Each of the AV receivers can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

WI-FI modules have the same characteristics: 2.4/5GHz. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Apple Music service is implemented on considered devices: AirPlay, AirPlay 2. Spotify can be used on each receiver. The SR8015 can work with the audio stream from Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, SiriusXM, Napster, SoundCloud, and the AVR-X1800H can receive a content from Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, SiriusXM, Napster, SoundCloud, Amazon Music, Amazon Music HD, MOOD:Mix.

Video features

Compared AV receivers retain the quality of 4K/120Hz signal when transmitting from a source to a TV or projector. HDMI signal transmission in standby mode is implemented in each of the devices. Both rivals can scale the resolution of the incoming HDMI signal. Dolby Vision technology found support only on the SR8015.

Extensive connections

The Marantz SR8015 has 8/3 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 6/1 HDMI connectors of the Denon AVR-X1800H. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. HDMI eARC is available in each model. The Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) feature is present in most modern AV receivers and the models in our comparison are no exception. Both models support the standard HDCP 2.3. These compared receivers have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.

Additional features

The SR8015 supports 3 Multi-room zones, versus 2 for the AVR-X1800H. Supported voice control technologies are identical - Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI. It is also worth noting that the ECO mode is presented in each of the receivers. Both SR8015 and AVR-X1800H can be configured using the Setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. The surround sound technology DTS:X is supported by devices under review.