Denon AVR-X8500H vs Onkyo TX-SR343 review

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The Denon AVR-X8500H vs Onkyo TX-SR343 comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.

Amplifier

The number of channels for receivers is different - 13.2 versus 5.1, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the AVR-X8500H has such a ratio W/Ohm - 150/8, 250/6, while the TX-SR343 has a power of 100/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the AVR-X8500H it is 0.05%, but for the TX-SR343 it is 0.08%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the AVR-X8500H received the model AK4490EQ 768 KHz/32-bit, but the TX-SR343 is equipped with TI Burr-Brown 192 KHz/24-bit. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Denon AVR-X8500H. The model AVR-X8500H can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

Wireless Internet connection via WIFI is only possible with AVR-X8500H. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The AVR-X8500H has access to the Spotify service.

Video features

Support for the HDR function can only boast of the AVR-X8500H. 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 AVR-X8500H and the TX-SR343. Video scaling is only possible with the AVR-X8500H. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the AVR-X8500H.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the AVR-X8500H has 8/3, and the TX-SR343 has 4/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the AVR-X8500H. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. AVR-X8500H and TX-SR343 support the standard HDCP 2.2. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Denon AVR-X8500H. There is an ECO mode in AVR-X8500H. The Denon AVR-X8500H can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the AVR-X8500H. Only in the AVR-X8500H realized a DTS:X surround technology.