Onkyo TX-NR5100
Score: 86/100
Klipsch Reference Cinema Bundle
Score: 91/100Rankings
The Klipsch Reference Cinema bundle with an Onkyo TX-RZ30 receiver offers a premium 5.1.4 Dolby Atmos experience, combining high-efficiency speakers, a powerful subwoofer, and advanced 8K-ready video and room-correction features. Its size, weight, and complex calibration may deter casual users.
The Onkyo TX-NR5100 is a feature-rich 7.2-channel AV receiver delivering high power, Dolby Atmos immersion and future-ready HDMI 2.1 video. It excels in streaming options and Sonos integration, though its remote and app stability can be frustrating.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
150 watts | 170 wattsbest | |
— | 92 dBbest | |
106 dBbest | 103 dB | |
10 Hz | 28 Hzbest | |
100,000 Hzbest | 20,000 Hz | |
7.2 | 9.2best | |
| ↓ lower better | 8.5 kgbest | 53 kg |
4 count | 7 countbest |
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Physical Specs(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 8.5 kg | 53 kg |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 2 years | 5 years |
Connectivity(2) | ||
HDMI Inputs (count) | 4 count | 7 count |
HDMI Outputs (count) | 2 count | 3 count |
Audio Performance(6) | ||
Power Output (watts) | 150 watts | 170 watts |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (dB) | 106 dB | 103 dB |
Frequency Response (Low) (Hz) | 10 Hz | 28 Hz |
Frequency Response (High) (Hz) | 100000 Hz | 20000 Hz |
Channels | 7.2 | 9.2 |
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X, IMAX Enhanced | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced, Auro-3D |
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Professional reviewers praise the TX-NR5100 as a feature-packed, future-ready AV receiver that bridges the gap between audiophile performance and modern connectivity, highlighting its robust HDMI 2.1 support and comprehensive codec list.
Everyday users love the immersive Atmos sound, AccuEQ ease of setup and wide streaming services, but complain about a finicky remote, occasional app crashes and Bluetooth dropouts.
“Incredible soundstage and clarity-feels like a real theater”
“Easy setup with Klipsch Optimize Mode”
“Bass is deep and tight, even in large rooms”
Professional reviewers highlight the bundle's ultra-wide 5 Hz-100 kHz receiver bandwidth, Dirac Live full-bandroom correction, and the efficiency of Klipsch's Tractrix horn design, while cautioning that the system's size, calibration complexity, and basic remote may deter some users.
Everyday users rave about the immersive soundstage, deep tight bass, and easy Optimize Mode setup, but complain about the heavy package, time-consuming Dirac calibration, and limited remote functionality.
