Anthem MRX 1140 8K vs Integra DRX-8.4

       
       

      Highlights

      • 11.2 Channels
      • 15.2 Channel Processing
      • 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 11.4 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • THX™Select™ Certified
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Auro 3D
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough, 8K Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Anthem MRX 1140 8K to Integra DRX-8.4 to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. The Anthem MRX 1140 8K has 11 channel and the Integra DRX-8.4 has 11 channel amplifiers.


      Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K was introduced in 2021 and represents a current flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 11 channel amplifier with 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 15.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video signal.

      Integra DRX-8.4 was introduced in 2023 and represents a current flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 11 channel amplifier with 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales from 1080p and 4K up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 50/60Hz video signal.


      We evaluated Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Integra DRX-8.4 and gave them scores of 91 and 95 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      Integra DRX-8.4

      Amplifier
      92
      Amplifier
      96
      Audio Features
      94
      Audio Features
      92
      Video Features
      100
      Video Features
      100
      Connectivity
      89
      Connectivity
      93
      Zones
      77
      Zones
      92
      Radio
      73
      Radio
      92
      OVERALL
      91
      OVERALL
      95

      For more details about the ranking please go to    Evaluations section.

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Integra DRX-8.4.

      PROS

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      Integra DRX-8.4

      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   15.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Spotify
      •   Toroidal Transformer
      •   Many Channels - 11.4
      •   High Power Output - 150 W
      •   THX™ Certification
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   8K Upscaling
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   6 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   XLR Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   XLR Pre-outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      CONS

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      Integra DRX-8.4

      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   No USB Input
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Tidal
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Digital Radio


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      Integra DRX-8.4

      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   2 Zones
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      3. Advantage of Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Anthem MRX 1140 8K over Integra DRX-8.4.

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      Anthem MRX 1140 8K vs Integra DRX-8.4
      Front Wide Channel Support vs
      More Channel Processing 15.2 vs 11.2
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      More 8K Inputs 7 vs 6
      More Optical Outputs 1 vs
      More RCA Line Outputs 1 vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 15.2 vs 11.4
      Zone 2 Outs HDMI, Pre Out vs HDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out (shared with Zone B Line out)
      Toroidal Transformer vs
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 110 dB vs 107 dB
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      4. Advantage of Integra DRX-8.4

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Integra DRX-8.4 over Anthem MRX 1140 8K.

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      Anthem MRX 1140 8K vs Integra DRX-8.4
      More Channels 11.2 vs 11.4
      Higher Power Output 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      THX™ Certification vs Select™ (previously known as Select2)
      Bi-amp capability vs Front L/R and Center Channels
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer vs
      DSD via HDMI vs 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD via USB vs 2-ch Input
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      Google Assistant vs
      Apple Siri vs
      Works with SONOS vs
      DTS Play-Fi vs via Integra Music Control App
      USB Input for factory service vs 1
      XLR Line Inputs vs 1
      XLR Pre-outs vs Front L/R, Center and 2 subwoofers
      More Composite Video Inputs vs 2
      More Component Video Inputs vs 1
      Front A/V Inputs vs HDMI
      More Zones 2 vs 3
      More Powered Zones vs 2 and 3
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 0 vs 2 / 1
      Pandora vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      More Speaker Terminals 11 vs 15
      More Large Speaker Terminals 11 vs 15
      Bigger Power Supply 570 W vs 1095 W
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      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
        Many Channels11.211.4
        High Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Channel Processing15.211.2
        Dolby Atmos up to 9.1.6 with external amp
        DTS:X Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.Anthem Room Correction (ARC Genesis)Dirac Live™ Premium Licence
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dolby Vision
        HDMI Version2.12.1
        eARC
        New HDCP Version2.32.3
        Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        VRR
        QFT
        8K Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 8K 48/50/60Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit and 4K 100/120Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
        Chromecast Built-In
        Many HDMI Inputs77 (1 front)
        Many HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2)
        Many 8K Inputs76
        Phono Input
        RCA Pre-Outs15.211.4
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM
        Spotify
      WEAKNESSES Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4

      11 channel Class A/B Amplifier: Anthem MRX 1140 8K features 11 channel power amplifier with Class A/B design on Channels 1-5 and Class D design on the rest. It is rated at 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      11 channel All new symmetric Class AB Amplifier: Integra DRX-8.4 features 11 channel power amplifier with All new symmetric Class AB design. It is rated at 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      • Toroidal Transformer: Anthem MRX 1140 8K has a toroidal transformer which in general costs several times more than a regular C-core transformer and radiates less electromagnetic noise outside its donut shaped core.

      THX™ Select™ (previously known as Select2) certification

      Integra DRX-8.4 is THX™ Select™ (previously known as Select2) certified. This means that it is ideally suited for a room where the screen-to-seat viewing distance is approximately 3 to 4 meters, and the room size is approximately 56 cubic meters.

      AMPLIFIER Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      Channels11.211.4
      Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Amplifier DesignClass A/B on Channels 1-5 and Class D on the restAll new symmetric Class AB
      THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2)
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability Front L/R and Center Channels

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K's and Integra DRX-8.4's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.6, 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 9.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.6, 9.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier and 9.2.6 with addition of external 4 channel amplifier.
      • Integra DRX-8.4: 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 7.4.2, 7.4.4 with internal amplifier.
      • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K: This model supports DTS:X but not DTS:X Pro. Since DTS:X is limited with 11 channel processing some of the speaker configurations for Dolby Atmos are not supported here. The supported configurations are 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.6, 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 9.2.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Integra DRX-8.4: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 7.4.2, 7.4.4 with internal amplifier.
      • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K: 5.2, 7.2, 9.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Integra DRX-8.4: 5.4, 7.4 with internal amplifier.
      • Front Wide Channel support: With the presence of two front wide speakers you can enhance the front surround stage. The following speaker configurations are available for front wide channels:
      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K: 9.2, 9.2.2, 9.2.4, 9.2.6.
      • Integra DRX-8.4: Does not support.
      • Bi-Amp: Anthem MRX 1140 8K is able to bi-amp up to 2 and Integra DRX-8.4 is able to bi-amp up to 3 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

      8. Immersive Audio Formats

      Dolby Atmos

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Integra DRX-8.4 support Dolby Atmos.

      • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Both models support Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.
      • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Integra DRX-8.4 supports Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization which is a digital signal processing solution that leverages Dolby's deep understanding of human audio perception to create the sensation of overhead sound from the listener-level speakers.

      DTS:X

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Integra DRX-8.4 support DTS:X.

      • DTS Neural:X: Both models feature DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
      • DTS Virtual:X: Anthem MRX 1140 8K supports DTS Virtual:X which bridges the gap between DTS:X codec and the reality of so many consumers' homes, allowing you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound regardless of room size, layout, or speaker configuration. If you have a limited speaker setup you will miss a full immersive potential of your entertainment system. DTS Virtual:X adds height and surround audio effect to your system without adding height speakers. It works with multiple configurations and delivers immersive sound experience out of 5.1 or even 2.1 speaker layouts.
      • DTS Dialog Control: Both models have DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.

      Auro-3D

      Integra DRX-8.4 supports Auro-3D.

      • Auro-Matic upmixer: Auro-Matic upmixer takes non Auro-3D sound and upmixes to the current speaker configuration.

      IMAX Enhanced

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Integra DRX-8.4 are IMAX Enhanced certified. To qualify for IMAX Enhanced certification, 4K HDR televisions, projectors, sound bars, a/v receivers, loudspeakers, powered subwoofers and other premium home entertainment devices must meet carefully prescribed performance requirements established by IMAX, DTS and Hollywood's leading experts.

      • What makes an IMAX Enhanced A/V receiver different from an A/V receiver with DTS:X technology? DTS:X technology is commonly found in most multi-channel A/V receivers on the market today. All IMAX Enhanced A/V receivers include DTS:X technology and deliver additional features, such as auto-sensing of IMAX Enhanced content, via IMAX Mode. IMAX Mode indicates that your A/V receiver supports fully immersive IMAX signature sound.
      AUDIO DECODING Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      Dolby Atmos up to 9.1.6 with external amp
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic
      DTS:X Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo
      DTS-HD Master Audio
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
      DTS 96/24
      DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

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      9. HDMI 2.1

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2.

      Integra DRX-8.4 comes with 6 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support and 1 inputs with 4K support. It has 3 outputs - 1 MAIN and 1 SUB and 1 ZONE 2.

      • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Anthem MRX 1140 8K: All inputs pass up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
        8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Integra DRX-8.4: 6 out of 7 inputs pass up to 8K 48/50/60Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit and 4K 100/120Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit and the rest of the inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
      • 8K Upscaling on Integra DRX-8.4: It can upscale from 1080p and 4K up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 50/60Hz from HDMI and analog sources.
      • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Integra DRX-8.4 supports analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
      • BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on both models).
      • HDCP 2.3 Copy Protection: Both receivers are HDCP 2.3 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
      • Quick Media Switching (QMS): With HDMI 2.1a, Quick Media Switching for movies and video uses the HDMI VRR mechanism to eliminate the blackout period when an HDMI Source device switches its video mode. As long as the resolution remains the same and only the frame rate changes, QMS will instantly switch between frame rates. QMS eliminates A/V blackouts by using VRR technology to change frame rates, allowing instant changes from 24Hz to 60Hz frame rate, and anywhere in-between. The viewer never sees blank screens and gets a seamless experience (available on Integra DRX-8.4 only).
      • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

      HDR (High Dynamic Range)

      Both receivers support HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma. High dynamic range video has greater dynamic range than standard dynamic range (SDR) video with brighter whites and deeper blacks. The result is greater contrast and more details in dark and bright areas, better color and depth.


      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Integra DRX-8.4 support Audio Return Channel (ARC) which allows the compatible TV to send audio signal to the a/v receiver through the same HDMI cable which is used to send audio and video signals to the TV. So one HDMI cable is used to transfer audio signal in both directions. New Enhanced ARC will support uncompressed audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio whereas the previous ARC could support only Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS HD, and PCM.


      Gaming Features

      Both receivers support Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



      VIDEO FEATURES Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDMI Version2.12.1
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.32.3
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 8K 48/50/60Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit and 4K 100/120Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Integra DRX-8.4 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: Anthem MRX 1140 8K has 15.2 and Integra DRX-8.4 has 11.4 preamplifier outputs which allow you to connect the receivers to the external power amplifiers. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the receiver to power the rest. Also, Anthem MRX 1140 8K has 15 channel processing but has only 11 channel amplifier, so it needs external amplifier connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach its maximum speaker configuration.
      • XLR Inputs and Outputs: There is one pair of XLR inputs on Integra DRX-8.4. If your CD player, Blu-Ray player or other source have XLR outputs you can connect them to the receiver's XLR Inputs for higher quality balanced connection. Besides unbalanced RCA pre-outs Integra DRX-8.4 also has XLR outputs. In case your external power amplifier has XLR inputs you can use the balanced connection for higher audio quality.
      • Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 4 pair of line inputs on both receivers for connecting sources with analog outputs. There is also 1 pair of line outputs on Anthem MRX 1140 8K.
      • Digital Inputs and Outputs: 3 optical inputs, 1 optical output and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Anthem MRX 1140 8K and 3 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Integra DRX-8.4 for digital audio connections.
      • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

      Video

      • HDMI:
      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K
        Inputs:
        7   Outputs: 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs: 7.
      • Integra DRX-8.4
        Inputs:
        7 (1 front)   Outputs: 3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2)
        8K Inputs: 6.
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K
        Inputs:
        0   Outputs: 0.
      • Integra DRX-8.4
        Inputs:
        2   Outputs: 0.
      • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one. resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Integra DRX-8.4 supports up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K
        Inputs:
        0   Outputs: 0.
      • Integra DRX-8.4
        Inputs:
        1   Outputs: 0.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K: None
      • Integra DRX-8.4: HDMI

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K

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      TERMINALS Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      HDMI Inputs77 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2)
      8K Inputs76
      USB Input for factory service1
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs33
      Optical Outputs1
      Coaxial Inputs22
      RCA Line Inputs44
      RCA Line Outputs1
      XLR Line Inputs1
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs15.211.4
      XLR Pre-outsFront L/R, Center and 2 subwoofers
      Composite Video Inputs2
      Composite Video Outputs
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs1
      Component Video Outputs

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Integra DRX-8.4 and gave them scores of 91 and 95 out of 100 recpectively. We also gave separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new receiver is added to the database.


      Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      Integra DRX-8.4

      OVERALL
      91
      OVERALL
      95

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   Toroidal Transformer
      EXCELLENT
      96
      •   Many Channels - 11.4
      •   High Power Output - 150 W
      •   THX™ Certification

      Audio Features

      EXCELLENT
      94
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   15.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   Many Channels - 11.4
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI

      Video Features

      EXCELLENT
      100
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      EXCELLENT
      100
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   8K Upscaling
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

      Connectivity

      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   No USB Input
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      EXCELLENT
      93
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   6 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   XLR Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   XLR Pre-outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      Zones

      GOOD
      77
      •   2 Zones
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   3 Zones

      Radio

      GOOD
      73
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   No Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   No Tidal
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      BrandAnthemIntegra
      ModelMRX 1140 8KDRX-8.4
      TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
      CountryNorth AmericaNorth America
      Release Year20212023
      PredecessorIntegra DRX-7.3
      AMPLIFIER Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      Channels11.211.4
      Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Amplifier DesignClass A/B on Channels 1-5 and Class D on the restAll new symmetric Class AB
      THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2)
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability Front L/R and Center Channels
      AUDIO FEATURES Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineNext-Generation DSP Platform
      DACTwo precision 32-bit ESS ES9026PRO Hyperstream II
      DAC Specs768 kHz/32 Bit768 kHz/32 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing15.211.2
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos up to 9.1.6 with external amp
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic
      Dolby Digital EX
      THX Listening Modes
      DTS:X Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo
      DTS-HD Master Audio
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
      DTS 96/24
      DTS Express
      DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Network Audio FormatsFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, MPEG-4 AAC, LPCM
      Music Playback via USBFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, LPCM
      High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USBFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC
      Gapless Playback
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input
      DSD to PCM Converter
      USB DAC
      DTS Dialogue Control
      Dialog Enhancement
      Dialog normalization
      Dialogue Lift
      Tone Control All Channels
      Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Music Optimizer
      High-resolution Music Enhancer
      THX Processing Mode
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume
      Audyssey LFC
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT
      Audyssey DSX
      Direct Mode
      Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs 2 independent + 2 parallel
      CALIBRATION Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.Anthem Room Correction (ARC Genesis)Dirac Live™ Premium Licence
      Calibration MicrophoneSetup via Dirac PC/MAC app and optional USB mic (Advanced), OR free Integra mobile app and included wired mic (Basic)
      VIDEO FEATURES Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDMI Version2.12.1
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.32.3
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      DSC (Display Stream Compression)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 8K 48/50/60Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit and 4K 100/120Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 12-bit
      Video Signal Upscaling from 1080p and 4K up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 50/60Hz
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite
      Component Video Upscaling
      Analog to Analog Video conversion
      Component Video Maximum Resolution480i/576i
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Google Assistant
      Chromecast Built-In
      Apple Siri
      Works with SonoS
      DTS Play-Fi via Integra Music Control App
      Domotz Pro Compatible
      OvrC Compatible
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay 2
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad
      Remote App Anthem Remote App Integra Remote Control App
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      HDMI Inputs77 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2)
      8K Inputs76
      USB Input for factory service1
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs33
      Optical Outputs1
      Coaxial Inputs22
      RCA Line Inputs44
      RCA Line Outputs1
      XLR Line Inputs1
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs15.211.4
      XLR Pre-outsFront L/R, Center and 2 subwoofers
      Composite Video Inputs2
      Composite Video Outputs
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs1
      Component Video Outputs
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsHDMI
      Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      ZONES Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      Number of Zones23
      Powered Zones 2 and 3
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Pre OutHDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out (shared with Zone B Line out)
      Zone 3 OutsRCA Pre/Line Out
      Whole House Mode
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output33 (A:100 mA, B:25 mA, C:25 mA)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 02 / 1
      MISCELLANEOUS Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      On-Screen Display High-definition GUI over HDMI
      GUI Languages9
      IP Control
      Control4 SDDP
      Display
      RADIO Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      Analog Tuner FM/AM
      Presets40
      Digital Radio
      Internet Radio TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      Front PanelAudiophile Grade Anti-Resonant Aluminum Front Panel
      Solid Aluminum Front
      Speaker Terminals1115
      Large Speaker Terminals1115
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      Rack Mount Kit AvailableIRK-180-4C
      POWER Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Massive Custom Transformer
      Toroidal Transformer
      Power Consumption570 W1095 W
      Standby Power0.3 W0.1 W
      PHYSICAL Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      Dimensions (W x H x D)431.8 mm x 152.4 mm x 364 mm
      17" x 6" x 14-1/2" x
      435 mm x 198 mm x 470 mm
      17-1/8" x 7-13/16" x 18-1/2"
      Weight15.2 kg (33.6 lbs)22.5 kg (49.6 lbs)
      SPECIFICATIONS Anthem MRX 1140 8K Integra DRX-8.4
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)150 W (0.08% THD)
      Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)140 W (1% THD) on Channels 1-5, 60 W (1% THD) on Remaining Channels
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)170 W (1% THD) on Channels 1-5, 75 W (1% THD) on Remaining Channels
      Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)260 W (10% THD)
      THD0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, half power)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ
      Rated Preout Level and Impedance1 V/470 Ω
      Maximum Preout Level and Impedance5.2 VRMS, 7.1 VRMS
      Rated XLR Output Level and Impedance2 V/220 Ω
      Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance32 Ω - 600 Ω8 Ω - 600 Ω
      Rated Headphone Power Output75 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
      Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)110 dB107 dB
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)78 dB
      Frequency Response (Analog In)20 Hz - 30 kHz +/-0.2 dB10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
      DSD Sampling Rates via USB11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
      Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
      0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
      1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
      Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
      Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
      Bluetooth Version4․2
      Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
      USB TerminalVer. 2.0, 5 V, 1 A
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
      FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)
      AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz
      Warranty3 Years

      * - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
      ** - 480i/576i only
      *** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
      **** - 1080p signal is not converted

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