Onkyo TX-NR7100 9.2-Channel AV Receiver
Score: 83/100
Onkyo TXNR6100M2BMMP
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Onkyo TX-NR7100 is a 9.2-channel AV receiver delivering 100 W per channel with full HDMI 2.1 support, Dirac Live room correction, and extensive codec and video features, aimed at immersive home theater and gaming setups.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
100 wattsbest | 100 wattsbest | |
— | 106 dBbest | |
9.2best | 7.2 | |
| ↓ lower better | 10.4 kg | 10.394 kgbest |
7 countbest | 6 count | |
2 countbest | 2 countbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 750 watts | 635 wattsbest |
2 yearsbest | 2 yearsbest |
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Physical Specs(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 10.4 kg | 10.394 kg |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Consumption (watts) | 750 watts | 635 watts |
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Inputs (count) | 7 count | 6 count |
Audio Performance(2) | ||
Channels | 9.2 | 7.2 |
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced, THX, PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital | FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, DSF, DSDIFF |
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Professional reviewers commend the TX-NR7100 for its abundant feature set, especially the inclusion of Dirac Live and robust HDMI 2.1 support, delivering a powerful nine-channel platform that rivals higher-priced models. However, they note shortcomings in build quality, the lack of a backlit remote, and limited HDMI bandwidth on some inputs, which may affect the most demanding 8K setups.
Everyday users rate the receiver highly for its sound quality, immersive Atmos performance, and future-proof video capabilities, often highlighting the transformative effect of Dirac Live. Recurring frustrations revolve around fan noise, a steep learning curve for setup, and a non-backlit remote, but most feel the audio performance outweighs these issues.
“Dirac Live transformed my room's acoustics.”
“Best AVR I've owned - the sound performance justifies the effort.”
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.
