The Sony STR-DN1080 vs Sony STR-DH770 comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.
AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the STR-DN1080 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 120/6, while the STR-DH770 has a power of 105/6. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.09%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the STR-DN1080 received the model 96 KHz/24-bit, but the STR-DH770 is equipped with 192 KHz/24-bit. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Sony STR-DN1080 and Sony STR-DH770 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
Wireless Internet connection via WIFI is only possible with STR-DN1080. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The STR-DN1080 has access to the Spotify service.
Support for the HDR function can only boast of each of the AV receivers. The quality of 4K/60Hz signal remains unchanged when transmitting from a source to a TV or projector via HDMI for both receivers. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the STR-DN1080 and the STR-DH770. None of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Review participants do not have the Dolby Vision feature.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the STR-DN1080 has 6/2, and the STR-DH770 has 4/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the STR-DN1080. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Sony STR-DN1080 has HDMI CEC. STR-DN1080 and STR-DH770 support the standard HDCP 2.2. Unlike most receivers, our models do not have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.
Ability to create 2 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. There is an ECO mode in neither AV receiver. The Sony STR-DN1080 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the STR-DN1080. Only in the STR-DN1080 realized a DTS:X surround technology.