Marantz AV7706
Score: 86/100
Denon AVR-X2800H
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Marantz AV7706 is a high-end 11.2-channel AV pre-processor offering audiophile-grade sound, extensive format support, and future-proof 8K/VRR video. It excels in connectivity and build quality but lacks built-in amplification and has some software quirks.
The Denon AVR-X2800H is a 7.2-channel mid-tier AV receiver offering high-current discrete amplification, extensive Dolby Atmos/DTS:X support, and full HDMI 2.1 8K/4K120 video capabilities, combined with HEOS multi-room streaming and a built-in phono stage.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 95 wattsbest | |
11.2best | 7.2 | |
| ↓ lower better | 12.845 kg | 0.011 kgbest |
8 countbest | 6 count | |
3 countbest | 2 count | |
| ↓ lower better | 60 wattsbest | 500 watts |
3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest | |
1 countbest | 1 countbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Physical Specs(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 12.845 kg | 0.011 kg |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Consumption (watts) | 60 watts | 500 watts |
Connectivity(2) | ||
HDMI Inputs (count) | 8 count | 6 count |
HDMI Outputs (count) | 3 count | 2 count |
Audio Performance(2) | ||
Channels | 11.2 | 7.2 |
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Surround, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X, DTS Neural:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS 96/24, Auro-3D, IMAX Enhanced, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, DSD5.6 | Dolby Atmos, Atmos Height Virtualization, Atmos Music, TrueHD, Surround, Digital Plus, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS Neural:X |
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Professional reviewers laud the AV7706 for its audiophile-grade sound, exhaustive format support, and reference-class 8K/VRR video processing, while noting HEOS UI latency and the absence of Dirac Live room correction.
Everyday users praise the immersive, detailed audio and seamless integration with Marantz amplifiers, as well as the 8K gaming capabilities and robust build; common complaints involve HDMI handshake glitches, over-aggressive Audyssey calibration, a clunky HEOS app, and unreliable USB drive detection.
Professional reviewers gave the AVR-X2800H a five-star rating, highlighting its refined sound, strong build, effective Audyssey calibration, and superior gaming features, while noting the inconvenience of lacking front-panel HDMI/USB inputs.
Everyday users consistently commend the receiver for its immersive audio, reliable HEOS streaming, useful phono stage, and smooth 8K/4K120 video handling, though some report firmware/Wi-Fi reliability issues and a steep learning curve for Audyssey tweaks.
“Immersive, detailed audio and seamless integration with Marantz amplifiers.”
“8K gaming capabilities and robust build.”
“HDMI handshake glitches can be frustrating.”
