Denon AVR-X1700H
Score: 81/100
JBL MA7100HP White
Score: 86/100Rankings
The JBL MA7100HP is a 7.2-channel AV receiver delivering strong power and 8K video support, with extensive wireless streaming options. Its drawbacks include the absence of an Ethernet port, a short 1-year warranty, and a relatively heavy build. Ideal for home-theater enthusiasts seeking high performance and future-ready video capabilities.
The Denon AVR-X1700H is a 7.2-channel receiver delivering 80 W per channel, HDMI 2.1 8K/60 Hz and 4K/120 Hz support, Audyssey calibration and HEOS streaming. It lacks a full-featured USB port and may be under-powered for large spaces. Ideal for gamers and home-theater enthusiasts who value advanced video and streaming features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6best | 6best | |
1 | 2best | |
80 W | 125 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 700 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | — | 0.5 Wbest |
3 yearsbest | 1 years | |
| ↓ lower better | 434.34 mm | 432 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 152.4 mm | 135 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Ports(1) | ||
HDMI Outputs | 1 | 2 |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, PCM | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, DTS:MA, MP3, MPEG-4 AAC, WMA, Pure Analog |
Power(1) | ||
Power Output (per channel, 8 Ω) (W) | 80 W | 125 W |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth | 5.3 |
Features(1) | ||
Video Support (e.g., 4K/8K) | 8K | 8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Width (mm) | 434.34 mm | 432 mm |
Height (mm) | 152.4 mm | 135 mm |
Depth (mm) | 337.82 mm | 396 mm |
Weight (kg) | 8.618 kg | 7.4 kg |
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Professional reviewers describe the AVR-X1700H as an entry-level powerhouse that delivers room-filling 80 W/8 Ω sound and robust 8K video support. They commend its comprehensive HDMI 2.1 gaming features (VRR, ALLM, QFT) and the effective Audyssey MultEQ XT calibration that creates immersive Atmos without height speakers, while noting the power is best suited for modest-sized rooms and the USB functionality is limited.
Everyday users praise the receiver's easy setup, clear 8K video pass-through, and immersive Atmos/DTS:X virtualization, especially appreciating HEOS multi-room streaming and the built-in phono input. Recurring complaints focus on insufficient power for larger spaces, occasional HDMI handshake glitches with 8K sources, and the limited USB port functionality.
Professional reviewers are not cited in the available sources; the information consists mainly of manufacturer specifications, so no independent expert assessments are provided.
No everyday user feedback or reviews are present in the data, indicating a lack of publicly shared consumer sentiment for this model.
