Sony STRDH770
Score: 87/100
Onkyo TX-NR6050
Score: 87/100Rankings
The Sony STR-DH770 is a mid-tier 7.2-channel AV receiver that offers powerful amplification, full-stack 4K/HDR pass-through, and convenient Bluetooth/NFC pairing, making it a solid choice for home-theater beginners. Its lack of Wi-Fi, modern streaming protocols, and advanced room-correction features keep it from being future-proof.
The Onkyo TX-NR6050 is a powerful 7.2-channel AV receiver with full HDMI 2.1 support, strong amplification, and advanced room-calibration tools. It offers a rich streaming ecosystem and multi-zone capability, though it lacks a native voice assistant and IMAX certification.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
145 Wbest | 90 W | |
— | 10 Hzbest | |
— | 100,000 Hzbest | |
— | 106 dBbest | |
4 | 7best | |
1 | 2best | |
4.2best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.454 kgbest | 9.8 kg |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Support | false | true |
Video(3) | ||
HDMI Inputs | 4 | 7 |
HDMI Outputs | 1 | 2 |
HDMI eARC Support | false | true |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Overall Weight (kg) | 0.4536 kg | 9.8 kg |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 24 months |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Standby Power Consumption (W) | 0.3 W | 0.1 W |
Audio(1) | ||
Total Power Output (W) | 145 W | 90 W |
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Professional reviewers praise the STR-DH770 for its strong 145 W per-channel output, reliable 4K HDR pass-through, and user-friendly D.C.A.C. calibration, while noting the lack of Wi-Fi, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and advanced room-correction as drawbacks in 2026.
Everyday users appreciate the powerful sound, seamless Bluetooth/NFC pairing, effective D.C.A.C. calibration, and solid 4K video performance, but complain about missing Wi-Fi/app control, outdated remote, and occasional HDMI overheating.
Professional reviewers praise the TX-NR6050 for its audiophile-grade sound reproduction, robust power headroom, and the inclusion of HDMI 2.1 features that make it a top choice for next-gen gaming.
Everyday users consistently commend the receiver's clear, powerful sound and the ease of streaming from multiple services, while noting the lack of a built-in voice assistant and limited video capability in Zone 2.
“Powerful sound-easily drives my floor-standing speakers.”
“Bluetooth pairing with NFC is seamless.”
“D.C.A.C. calibration made a noticeable difference in soundstage.”
