Denon AVR-X3800H
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-X3800H is a high-power 9.4-channel receiver featuring 105 W per channel, HDMI 2.1 8K video and a built-in tuner. Its elevated DAC noise and heavy weight are notable trade-offs for the premium feature set. Best for enthusiasts building medium-large home-theater systems who value extensive audio/video capabilities.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6best | 6best | |
3best | 2 | |
105 W | 125 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 660 Wbest | 700 W |
| ↓ lower better | — | 0.5 Wbest |
3 yearsbest | 1 years | |
| ↓ lower better | 434.34 mm | 432 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 167.64 mm | 135 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Ports(1) | ||
HDMI Outputs | 3 | 2 |
Audio(2) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | AAC; FLAC; WAV; DSD; MP3 | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, DTS:MA, MP3, MPEG-4 AAC, WMA, Pure Analog |
Channel Configuration | 9.4 | 7.2 |
Power(2) | ||
Power Output (per channel, 8 Ω) (W) | 105 W | 125 W |
Power Consumption (Operating) (W) | 660 W | 700 W |
Connectivity(2) | ||
HDMI Version | 2.1 | HDMI 2.1 |
Bluetooth Version | 4.0 | 5.3 |
Features(1) | ||
Video Support (e.g., 4K/8K) | 8K/60Hz; 4K/120Hz; HDR10+; Dolby Vision; HLG | 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) | 167.64 mm | 135 mm |
Depth (mm) | 378.46 mm | 396 mm |
Weight (kg) | 12.518 kg | 7.4 kg |
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Professional reviewers commend the AVR-X3800H for its robust analog amplification, flexible channel configuration, and strong 8K video handling, while consistently pointing out the DAC's elevated noise and jitter as the primary drawback. ASR recommends using pure mode to mitigate DAC issues, and overall the unit is seen as a solid step forward despite minor regressions in measurement scores.
Everyday users generally praise the ease of HEOS multi-room streaming, the inclusion of a phono input for vinyl enthusiasts, and the quick Audyssey room-calibration. Recurring complaints focus on DAC-related noise in digital playback and the unit's substantial weight making installation harder.
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.
