Onkyo TX-RZ920 vs Onkyo TX-RZ1100 review

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Onkyo TX-RZ920 vs Onkyo TX-RZ1100 review

Onkyo TX-RZ920
vs
Onkyo TX-RZ1100

Onkyo TX-RZ920 vs Onkyo TX-RZ1100 – that is a question.

Amplifier

AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the TX-RZ920 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 135/8, 175/6, while the TX-RZ1100 has a power of 200/6. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.04%.

Audio features

Competitive models use the same DAC. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Onkyo TX-RZ920 and Onkyo TX-RZ1100 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. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Onkyo TX-RZ920 works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, but the Onkyo TX-RZ1100 works with Deezer, TIDAL, TuneIn Radio.

Video features

The HDR10 function is present in each of the rivals. 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 TX-RZ920 and the TX-RZ1100. Video scaling is only possible with the TX-RZ920. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs is the same - 8/2.Onkyo TX-RZ920 connectionsOnkyo TX-RZ1100 connections HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the TX-RZ920. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. TX-RZ920 and TX-RZ1100 support the standard HDCP 2.2. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.

Additional features

Ability to create 3 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. There is an ECO mode in neither AV receiver. The Onkyo TX-RZ920 and the Onkyo TX-RZ1100 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.

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General

Item

Onkyo TX-RZ920
Onkyo TX-RZ1100

Model

TX-RZ920
TX-RZ1100

Brand

Onkyo
Onkyo

Reviews

24
17

Amplifier

Channels

9.2
9.2

Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm

135/8, 175/6
200/6

Output impedance, Ohm

8, 6
6

Frequency response

5Hz-100KHz
10Hz-100KHz

THD in stereo, %

0.04
0.04

Audio features

Digital to analog converter (DAC)

AK4490 384 KHz/32-bit
AK4490 384 KHz/32-bit

Bi-amping

Pure direct (straight)

Auto speaker calibration

AccuEQ
AccuEQ

Speaker A/B switching

Other audio features

Theater-Dimensional, Hi-Res audio, Dynamic Audio Amplification
Hi-Res audio, Theater-Dimensional

Connectivity

Wi-Fi

2.4/5GHz

USB

1 (USB 2.0)
1 (USB 2.0)

Bluetooth

Ethernet (RJ45)

1
1

DLNA

MHL

Streaming services

Apple Music (AirPlay)

AirPlay, AirPlay 2
AirPlay

Amazon Music

Spotify

Other streaming services

Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, TuneIn Radio
Deezer, TIDAL, TuneIn Radio

Extensive connection

HDMI input/output

8/2
8/2

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
2

Headphone output

1 x 6.3
1 x 6.3

Optical digital input

2
3

Coaxial digital input

2
2

Composite input

2
2

Component input/output

2/0
2/1

Phono (MM) input

Front panel connectors

HDMI, phones, setup mic
HDMI, phones, setup mic

Multi channel preamp output

Video features

HDR (High Dynamic Range)

HDR10
HDR10

4K signal pass-through

4K/60Hz
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 scaling

HDMI to HDMI scaling

Dolby Vision

Other video features

HLG, BT.2020
DeepColor, x.v.Color, BT.2020

Additional features

Voice control

Google Assistant

App control

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

Display

colour OSD
fluorescent

Tuner

AM, FM
AM, FM

Sleep timer

Auto power off

ECO mode

Graphical user interface (GUI)

Setup assistant

Firmware update

network, USB
network, USB

Other additional features

has not
has not

Multi-room

Multi-room zones

3
3

Zone audio output

speaker, preout
speaker, preout

Zone HDMI output

Multi-room control

Onkyo Controller app, FlareConnect
FlareConnect

RS-232

1
1

Remote control input/output (IR)

1/0
1/0

DC trigger output (12V)

2
1

Multichannel surround

Dolby Atmos

Dolby TrueHD

Dolby Surround

Dolby (other)

Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Digital Plus

DTS:X

DTS HD Master

DTS Virtual:X

DTS Neural:X

DTS (other)

DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESS
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-EXPRESS

Auro-3D

IMAX Enhanced

Multichannel stereo

Audio file formats

MP3

WMA

AAC

WAV

FLAC

ALAC

Other audio file formats

AIFF
has not

Power

Operational power consumption, W

310
320

Standby consumption, W

0.1
0.15

Removable power cord

User manual

Manual

Dimensions

Size W x H x D, cm/inches

43.5 x 20 x 45.3/17 x 7.8 x 17.8
43.5 x 20.1 x 45.3/17 x 7.8 x 17.7

Weight, kg/lbs

16.3/35.9
22.5/48.5

Other

Release year

2017
2016
Onkyo TX-RZ920
Onkyo TX-RZ1100
Onkyo TX-RZ920
Onkyo TX-RZ1100

AV receivers SoundInspiration comparison rating

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  • 8.4
  • 7.7
  • 8.4Onkyo TX-RZ920
  • 7.7Onkyo TX-RZ1100