Sony STR-DH790 vs Marantz SR5015 review

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The Sony STR-DH790 vs Marantz SR5015 comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.

Amplifier

AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the STR-DH790 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 90/6, while the SR5015 has a power of 100/8, 200/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the STR-DH790 it is 0.09%, but for the SR5015 it is 0.08%. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Sony STR-DH790 and Marantz SR5015 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The SR5015 has access to the Spotify service.

Video features

Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the STR-DH790 and the SR5015. Video scaling is only possible with the SR5015. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the STR-DH790 has 4/1, and the SR5015 has 6/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is supported by the STR-DH790 and the SR5015. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. The STR-DH790 has support for the standard HDCP 2.2, compared to the SR5015, which supports the standard HDCP 2.3. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Marantz SR5015. There is an ECO mode in SR5015. The Sony STR-DH790 and the Marantz SR5015 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available both models. A DTS:X surround technology is supported by devices from our comparison.