Sony STR-DN1050 vs Onkyo TX-SR343 review

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The Sony STR-DN1050 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 - 7.2 versus 5.1, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the STR-DN1050 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 120/6, while the TX-SR343 has a power of 100/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the STR-DN1050 it is 0.09%, but for the TX-SR343 it is 0.08%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the STR-DN1050 received the model 96 KHz/24-bit, but the TX-SR343 is equipped with TI Burr-Brown 192 KHz/24-bit. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Sony STR-DN1050. The model STR-DN1050 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

Wireless Internet connection via WIFI is only possible with STR-DN1050. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The STR-DN1050 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 STR-DN1050 and the TX-SR343. Video scaling is only possible with the STR-DN1050. Review participants do not have the Dolby Vision feature.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the STR-DN1050 has 6/3, and the TX-SR343 has 4/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the STR-DN1050. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Onkyo TX-SR343 has HDMI CEC. STR-DN1050 and TX-SR343 support the standard HDCP 2.2. Unlike most receivers, our models do not have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. There is an ECO mode in neither AV receiver. The Sony STR-DN1050 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the STR-DN1050. Only in the STR-DN1050 realized a DTS:X surround technology.