Onkyo TX-NR545 vs Sony STR-DH830 review

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Onkyo TX-NR545 vs Sony STR-DH830 review

Onkyo TX-NR545
vs
Sony STR-DH830

What is better - Onkyo TX-NR545 vs Sony STR-DH830?

Amplifier

The number of channels for receivers is different - 7.2 versus 7.1, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the TX-NR545 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 100/6, while the STR-DH830 has a power of 105/8. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the TX-NR545 it is 0.08%, but for the STR-DH830 it is 0.09%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the TX-NR545 received the model Hi-Grade 384 KHz/32-bit, but the STR-DH830 is equipped with 96 KHz/24-bit. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Onkyo TX-NR545. The model TX-NR545 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. There is a Bluetooth protocol at the TX-NR545. The TX-NR545 has access to the Spotify service.

Video features

Support for the HDR function can only boast of the TX-NR545. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the TX-NR545 and the STR-DH830. None of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Review participants do not have the Dolby Vision feature.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the TX-NR545 has 6/1, and the STR-DH830 has 5/1.Onkyo TX-NR545 connectionsSony STR-DH830 connections HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the TX-NR545 and the STR-DH830. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. TX-NR545 and STR-DH830 support the standard HDCP 2.2. Unlike most receivers, our models do not have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. Voice control of the basic functions of the receiver is not realized in both models. There is an ECO mode in neither AV receiver. The Onkyo TX-NR545 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the TX-NR545. A DTS:X surround technology is not supported by devices from our comparison.

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General

Item

Onkyo TX-NR545
Sony STR-DH830

Model

TX-NR545
STR-DH830

Brand

Onkyo
Sony

Reviews

0
62

Amplifier

Channels

7.2
7.1

Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm

100/6
105/8

Output impedance, Ohm

6
8

Frequency response

10Hz-100KHz
10Hz-70KHz

THD in stereo, %

0.08
0.09

Audio features

Digital to analog converter (DAC)

Hi-Grade 384 KHz/32-bit
96 KHz/24-bit

Bi-amping

Pure direct (straight)

Auto speaker calibration

AccuEQ
DCAC

Speaker A/B switching

Other audio features

Theater-Dimensional, CinemaFILTER
has not

Connectivity

Wi-Fi

2.4/5GHz

USB

1 (USB 2.0)
1 (USB 2.0)

Bluetooth

Ethernet (RJ45)

1

DLNA

MHL

Streaming services

Apple Music (AirPlay)

AirPlay

Amazon Music

Spotify

Other streaming services

Tunein Radio
has not

Extensive connection

HDMI input/output

6/1
5/1

HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)

HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)

HDMI CEC

Digital content protection (HDCP)

HDCP 2.2
HDCP 2.2

Subwoofer output (LFE)

2
1

Headphone output

1 x 6.3
1 x 6.3

Optical digital input

2
2

Coaxial digital input

1
1

Composite input

4
2

Component input/output

2/0
2/1

Phono (MM) input

Front panel connectors

phones, setup mic, AUX
USB, phones, setup mic, AUX

Multi channel preamp output

Video features

HDR (High Dynamic Range)

4K signal pass-through

4K/60Hz

8K signal pass-through

HDMI signal pass-through

3D signal pass-through

HDMI pass-through in standby mode

Video conversion

analog to HDMI
analog to HDMI

Analog to HDMI scaling

HDMI to HDMI scaling

Dolby Vision

Other video features

DeepColor, x.v.Color
x.v.Color

Additional features

Voice control

App control

iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android
iPhone, iPod, Android

Display

fluorescent
fluorescent

Tuner

AM, FM
AM, FM

Sleep timer

Auto power off

ECO mode

Graphical user interface (GUI)

Setup assistant

Firmware update

network, USB
USB

Other additional features

has not
has not

Multi-room

Multi-room zones

2
has not

Zone audio output

speaker, preout
has not

Zone HDMI output

has not

Multi-room control

Onkyo Remote App
has not

RS-232

0
0

Remote control input/output (IR)

1/0
0/0

DC trigger output (12V)

0
0

Multichannel surround

Dolby Atmos

Dolby TrueHD

Dolby Surround

Dolby (other)

Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic

DTS:X

DTS HD Master

DTS Virtual:X

DTS Neural:X

DTS (other)

DTS-ES, DTS Neo:6 Cinema, DTS 96/24, DTS-EXPRESS
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24

Auro-3D

IMAX Enhanced

Multichannel stereo

Audio file formats

MP3

WMA

AAC

WAV

FLAC

ALAC

Other audio file formats

has not
has not

Power

Operational power consumption, W

430
240

Standby consumption, W

0.15
0.3

Removable power cord

User manual

Manual

Dimensions

Size W x H x D, cm/inches

57 x 28.7 x 42.3/22.4 x 11 x 16.5
43 x 15.8 x 32.2/17 x 5.9 x 12.6

Weight, kg/lbs

11.5/24.2
8.2/17.6

Other

Release year

2015
2012
Onkyo TX-NR545
Sony STR-DH830
Onkyo TX-NR545
Sony STR-DH830

AV receivers SoundInspiration comparison rating

  • better
  • worse
  • 7.2
  • 4.1
  • 7.2Onkyo TX-NR545
  • 4.1Sony STR-DH830