Onkyo TX-NR5100 7.2-Channel AV Receiver
Score: 86/100
Onkyo TXNR6100M2BMMP
Score: 80/100Rankings
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.
The Onkyo TX-NR6100 is a THX Certified Select 7.2-channel AV receiver offering high-performance audio with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support, and robust HDMI 2.1 connectivity for 8K/60p and 4K/120Hz video. It combines extensive streaming options, bi-directional aptX HD Bluetooth, and flexible multi-zone playback for modern home-theater setups.
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150 wattsbest | 100 watts | |
106 dBbest | 106 dBbest | |
10 Hzbest | — | |
100,000 Hzbest | — | |
7.2best | 7.2best | |
| ↓ lower better | 8.5 kgbest | 10.394 kg |
4 count | 6 countbest | |
2 countbest | 2 countbest |
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Physical Specs(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 8.5 kg | 10.394 kg |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Consumption (watts) | 490 watts | 635 watts |
Connectivity(2) | ||
HDMI Inputs (count) | 4 count | 6 count |
USB Ports (count) | 1 count | 2 count |
Audio Performance(2) | ||
Power Output (watts) | 150 watts | 100 watts |
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 | FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, DSF, DSDIFF |
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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.
Professional reviewers praise the TX-NR6100 for delivering THX-level audio fidelity and future-proof HDMI 2.1 features that cater to gamers and high-resolution video enthusiasts. They note the solid soundstage and comprehensive streaming ecosystem, while critiquing the modest AccuEQ correction and the lack of a pre-amp output for audiophile-grade setups.
Everyday users consistently highlight the receiver's impressive sound quality, versatile zone capabilities, and reliable Bluetooth streaming. Common complaints revolve around the plastic front panel, the basic remote, and the hidden web UI login, but overall satisfaction remains high for its price-to-performance ratio.
