Integra DRX-5.4
Score: 85/100
Marantz Cinema 50 Silver
Score: 84/100Rankings
The Integra DRX-5.4 is a premium 9.2-channel AV receiver offering THX certification, Dirac Live room correction, and HDMI 2.1 8K/60 Hz support. Its high power consumption and large footprint may be drawbacks for smaller setups. Ideal for enthusiasts seeking top-tier performance and extensive warranty.
The Marantz Cinema 50 is a powerful 9.4-channel AV receiver offering 110 W per channel, 8K video, Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and extensive connectivity for immersive home-theater setups. Its high power draw and substantial weight make installation more demanding, and the warranty is only three years. Best suited for medium-to-large rooms where full surround sound is desired.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 7best | |
2 | 3best | |
130 Wbest | 110 W | |
| ↓ lower better | 860 W | 680 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 0.125 Wbest | 0.2 W |
5 yearsbest | 3 years | |
| ↓ lower better | 435 mmbest | 441.96 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 198 mm | 165.1 mmbest |
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Ports(1) | ||
HDMI Outputs | 2 | 3 |
Audio(2) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | WAV, WMA, DSD, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF | MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC HD, WAV, ALAC, DSD, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Auro‑3D, IMAX |
Channel Configuration | 9.2 | 9.4 |
Power(3) | ||
Power Output (per channel, 8 Ω) (W) | 130 W | 110 W |
Power Consumption (Operating) (W) | 860 W | 680 W |
Standby Power Consumption (W) | 0.125 W | 0.2 W |
Connectivity(2) | ||
HDMI Version | HDMI 2.1 | 2.1 |
Bluetooth Version | v4.2 | Bluetooth |
Features(1) | ||
Video Support (e.g., 4K/8K) | 8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz | 8K/60Hz,HDR10+,Dolby Vision,HLG |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | 3 years |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Width (mm) | 435 mm | 441.96 mm |
Height (mm) | 198 mm | 165.1 mm |
Depth (mm) | 389 mm | 393.7 mm |
Weight (kg) | 14.0 kg | 16.63 kg |
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Professional commentary emphasizes the DRX-5.4's THX certification and Dirac Live integration as hallmarks of reference-grade sound, while noting the use of hand-selected components that yield low distortion and robust dynamic power. Reviewers also point out the generous five-year warranty as a differentiator in the premium AV receiver market.
Professional reviewers commend the Cinema 50 for its warm Marantz sound signature, robust HDAM amplification, and future-ready 8K HDMI infrastructure, while also highlighting the ease of calibration with Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and the convenience of HEOS multi-room streaming. The build quality and five-year warranty are repeatedly noted as strong selling points.
Consumers repeatedly praise the receiver's straightforward setup process, the breadth of connectivity options, and the ability to stream high-resolution music throughout the house via HEOS. The remote and voice-assistant integration are also frequently mentioned as convenient features.
