What is better - Marantz NR1710 vs Sony STR-DN1040?
AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the NR1710 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 50/8, 70/6, while the STR-DN1040 has a power of 100/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the NR1710 it is 0.08%, but for the STR-DN1040 it is 0.09%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the NR1710 received the model 192 KHz/32-bit, but the STR-DN1040 is equipped with 96 KHz/24-bit. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Marantz NR1710 and Sony STR-DN1040 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The contenders have differences in the supported services from Apple - AirPlay, AirPlay 2 versus AirPlay respectively. The NR1710 has access to the Spotify service. 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 NR1710 and the STR-DN1040. Each of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the NR1710.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the NR1710 has 8/1, and the STR-DN1040 has 8/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the NR1710. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. The NR1710 has support for the standard HDCP 2.3, compared to the STR-DN1040, which supports the standard HDCP 2.2. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Marantz NR1710.
Ability to create 2 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. There is an ECO mode in NR1710. The Marantz NR1710 and the Sony STR-DN1040 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the NR1710. Only in the NR1710 realized a DTS:X surround technology.