Sony STRDH590 Black
Score: 78/100
Pyle Home Theater Receiver
Score: 71/100Rankings
The Sony STR-DH590 is an entry-level 5.2-channel AV receiver delivering strong 145 W per-channel power and full-stack 4K 60p HDR including Dolby Vision. Its main drawbacks are the lack of Wi-Fi/Ethernet and limited HDMI inputs, which can restrict network streaming and device connectivity. Ideal for budget-conscious beginners setting up a small-to-medium home theater.
The Pyle PT696BT offers a budget-friendly 5.2-channel receiver with 1000 W peak power and Bluetooth 5.0, plus karaoke mic inputs and 4K video pass-through. It lacks advanced formats like Dolby Atmos and has a noisy cooling fan. Best suited for cost-conscious users wanting high volume and versatile connectivity.
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| ↓ lower better | 432 mm | 430 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 133 mmbest | 141.9 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 298 mmbest | 350.1 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 8.283 kgbest | — |
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Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution, DSD | WMA |
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Bluetooth Version | yes | 5.0 |
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Video Support (e.g., 4K/8K) | 4K 60p HDR | 4K/3D |
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Width (mm) | 432 mm | 430.0 mm |
Height (mm) | 133 mm | 141.9 mm |
Depth (mm) | 298 mm | 350.1 mm |
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Professional reviewers praise the STR-DH590 for delivering strong power and full-stack 4K HDR (including Dolby Vision) at a beginner-friendly price, noting its discrete 5-channel amp, easy DCAC calibration, and robust Bluetooth and Hi-Res audio support. However, they also flag the lack of Wi-Fi/Ethernet and limited HDMI inputs as drawbacks for users seeking more networked or multi-device flexibility.
Everyday owners generally like the straightforward Bluetooth streaming, easy 4K setup, and useful FM tuner, but many express disappointment over the limited HDMI ports, absence of a companion app, and missing Wi-Fi/airplay capabilities, describing the interface as dated.
“solid 4K HDR passthrough (full 4K/60p 4:4:4, Dolby Vision)”
“Great budget amp/receiver... gets the job done. The Bluetooth feature really helped”
Professional reviewers commend the PT865BT for its high power output, versatile connectivity and value-for-money proposition, calling it a powerful, affordable home-theater solution, while noting its sound lacks the refinement of premium hi-fi models and its construction is more budget-oriented.
Everyday buyers praise the receiver for delivering strong volume, reliable Bluetooth streaming and convenient karaoke features, but repeatedly mention the audible cooling fan as a nuisance, with a few isolated low ratings tied to that issue.
