Arcam AVR11 vs Onkyo TX-RZ50

      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Auro 3D
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet

      Highlights

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

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      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Arcam AVR11 to Onkyo TX-RZ50 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 Arcam AVR11 has 7 channel and the Onkyo TX-RZ50 has 9 channel amplifiers with Arcam AVR11's being less powerful.


      Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50

      Arcam AVR11 was introduced in 2022. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 80 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 video signal.

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 was introduced in 2021. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 120 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 and DTS:X, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K video signal.


      We evaluated Arcam AVR11 and Onkyo TX-RZ50 and gave them scores of 88 and 93 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.

      Arcam AVR11

      Onkyo TX-RZ50

      Amplifier
      83
      Amplifier
      92
      Audio Features
      91
      Audio Features
      91
      Video Features
      99
      Video Features
      100
      Connectivity
      88
      Connectivity
      91
      Zones
      70
      Zones
      91
      Radio
      86
      Radio
      92
      OVERALL
      88
      OVERALL
      93

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Arcam AVR11 and Onkyo TX-RZ50.

      PROS

      Arcam AVR11

      Onkyo TX-RZ50

      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   MQA Decoding
      •   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
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Digital Radio
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Bluetooth 5․0
      •   High Power Output - 120 W
      •   THX™ Certification
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   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
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      CONS

      Arcam AVR11

      Onkyo TX-RZ50

      •   Low Power Output - 80 W
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Zones
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No Digital Radio


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

      AVERAGE

      Arcam AVR11

      Onkyo TX-RZ50

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      3. Advantage of Arcam AVR11

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Arcam AVR11 over Onkyo TX-RZ50.

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      Arcam AVR11 vs Onkyo TX-RZ50
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 11.1-ch (Built-In) vs
      More Optical Inputs 2 vs 1
      More Optical Outputs 1 vs
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 4 vs 1
      More RCA Line Inputs 7 (1 front) vs 6
      More RCA Line Outputs 1 vs
      +12V Trigger Output 2 vs 1 (MAIN, 100 mA)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 2 / 0 vs 1 / 0
      More Presets 50 vs 40
      Digital Radio DAB/DAB+ vs
      Universal Power Supply AC 110-120 V or 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz via switch vs AC 120 V, 60 Hz
      Bigger Power Supply 1500 W vs 850 W
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 93 dB (normal)
      110 dB (stereo direct)
      vs 106 dB
      Newer Bluetooth Version 5․0 vs 4․2
      Longer Warranty 5 Years vs 3 Years
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      4. Advantage of Onkyo TX-RZ50

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-RZ50 over Arcam AVR11.

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      Arcam AVR11 vs Onkyo TX-RZ50
      More Channels 7.2 vs 9.2
      Higher Power Output 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      THX™ Certification vs Select™ (previously known as Select2)
      Music Playback via USB vs FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC
      DSD via USB vs 2-ch Input
      QMS vs
      QFT vs
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      Works with SONOS vs
      DTS Play-Fi vs via Onkyo Music Control app
      More HDMI Outputs 2 x 8K (simultaneous) vs 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
      Phono Input vs
      More Composite Video Inputs vs 2
      More Component Video Inputs vs 1
      Front A/V Inputs AUX (3.5 mm Audio) vs HDMI
      More Zones 1 vs 3
      Analog Tuner FM with RDS vs FM/AM
      Deezer vs
      More Speaker Terminals 7 vs 11
      More Large Speaker Terminals 7 vs 11
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 80 W (0.02% THD) vs 120 W (0.08% THD)
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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 Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
        Channel Processing11.211.2
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 with external amp
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        DTS:X up to 7.1.4 with external amp
        IMAX Enhanced
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Dirac Live™ Dirac Live™ and AccuEQ Room Corrections
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dolby Vision
        HDMI Version2.12.1
        eARC
        New HDCP Version2.32.3
        Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        VRR
        8K Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 8K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth aptX HD SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
        Google Assistant
        Chromecast Built-In
        Many HDMI Inputs77 (1 front)
        Many 8K Inputs77
        USB Input for factory service1 (Rear)
        Many RCA Line Inputs7 (1 front)6
        RCA Pre-Outs11.211.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM with RDS FM/AM
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
      WEAKNESSES Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
        No Front Wide Channel Support

      6. Amplifier

      Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50

      7 channel Class A/B Amplifier: Arcam AVR11 features 7 channel power amplifier with Class A/B design. It is rated at 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      9 channel Linear Class A/B Amplifier: Onkyo TX-RZ50 features 9 channel power amplifier with Linear Class A/B design. It is rated at 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      • Dynamic Audio Amplification: Onkyo TX-RZ50 features Dynamic Audio Amplification which is Onkyo’s amplification philosophy that focuses on capturing the energy and dynamism contained in the audio signal and reproducing it without loss. Audio signals are not static like a test tone, but rather a countless collection of constantly moving waves. While static measurements such as S/N ratio and Total Harmonic Distortion are important, Onkyo believes that excellent dynamic and transient response is the key to emotionally involving sound. Dynamism - the “life” in music - is achieved when the amp can respond to changes in the signal instantaneously, so notes start and stop naturally and the nuances in attack, decay, sustain, and release are voiced with conviction. Onkyo home theater receivers represent the culmination of almost 70 years’ experience in amplifier design. The unique elements of their amplification system comprise high-current, low-impedance architecture to accurately control large speaker cones while enabling instantaneous response to dynamic changes, and discrete wide-range amplifier circuit topology to eliminate phase shift for clear and accurate audio imaging.

      THX™ Select™ (previously known as Select2) certification

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 is THX™ Select™ (previously known as Select2) certified. This means that it is for medium sized rooms, up to 2,000 cubic feet in size, with a 10-12 foot viewing distance from the screen.

      AMPLIFIER Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      Channels7.29.2
      Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Amplifier DesignClass A/BLinear Class A/B
      THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2)
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      Arcam AVR11's and Onkyo TX-RZ50's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
      • Arcam AVR11: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier and 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 4 channel amplifier.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
      • Arcam AVR11: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier and 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 4 channel amplifier.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
      • Arcam AVR11: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are able to bi-amp up to 2 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

      Arcam AVR11 and Onkyo TX-RZ50 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: Both models support 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

      Arcam AVR11 and Onkyo TX-RZ50 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: Arcam AVR11 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

      Arcam AVR11 supports Auro-3D.

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

      IMAX Enhanced

      Arcam AVR11 and Onkyo TX-RZ50 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 Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 with external amp
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic
      Dolby Digital EX
      DTS:X up to 7.1.4 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
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 11.1-ch (Built-In)

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      9. HDMI 2.1

      Arcam AVR11 comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

      • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
      • 8K Upscaling on Onkyo TX-RZ50: It can upscale 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K from HDMI and analog sources.
      • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Onkyo TX-RZ50 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 Onkyo TX-RZ50 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)

      Arcam AVR11 and Onkyo TX-RZ50 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

      Arcam AVR11 supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) Onkyo TX-RZ50 supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



      VIDEO FEATURES Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      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
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      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/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Onkyo TX-RZ50 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: Arcam AVR11 and Onkyo TX-RZ50 have 11.2 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, Arcam AVR11 has 11 channel processing but has only 7 channel amplifier and Onkyo TX-RZ50 has 11 channel processing but has only 7 channel amplifier, so they need external amplifiers connected to their analog pre-outs in order to reach their maximum speaker configurations.
      • Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 7 pair of line inputs on Arcam AVR11 and 6 pair of line inputs on Onkyo TX-RZ50 for connecting sources with analog outputs. There is also 1 pair of line outputs on Arcam AVR11.
      • Digital Inputs and Outputs: 2 optical inputs, 1 optical output and 4 coaxial inputs are available on Arcam AVR11 and 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Onkyo TX-RZ50 for digital audio connections.
      • Headphone Output: There is a 3.5 mm (1/8") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

      Video

      • HDMI:
      • Arcam AVR11
        Inputs:
        7   Outputs: 2 x 8K (simultaneous)
        8K Inputs: 7.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50
        Inputs:
        7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
        8K Inputs: 7.
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Arcam AVR11
        Inputs:
        0   Outputs: 0.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50
        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.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50 supports up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Arcam AVR11
        Inputs:
        0   Outputs: 0.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50
        Inputs:
        1   Outputs: 0.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Arcam AVR11: AUX (3.5 mm Audio)
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50: HDMI

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      TERMINALS Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      HDMI Inputs77 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 x 8K (simultaneous)2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
      8K Inputs77
      USB Input for factory service1 (Rear)
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs21
      Optical Outputs1
      Coaxial Inputs41
      RCA Line Inputs7 (1 front)6
      RCA Line Outputs1
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs11.211.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)
      XLR Pre-outs
      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 Arcam AVR11 and Onkyo TX-RZ50 and gave them scores of 88 and 93 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.


      Arcam AVR11

      Onkyo TX-RZ50

      OVERALL
      88
      OVERALL
      93

      Amplifier

      GOOD
      83
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Low Power Output - 80 W
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   High Power Output - 120 W
      •   THX™ Certification

      Audio Features

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   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
      •   MQA Decoding
      •   DSD via HDMI
      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI

      Video Features

      EXCELLENT
      99
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   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
      88
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 5․0
      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      Zones

      GOOD
      70
      •   No Zones
      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   3 Zones

      Radio

      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      BrandArcamOnkyo
      SeriesHDA
      ModelAVR11TX-RZ50
      TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
      CountryAllNorth America
      Release Year20222021
      PredecessorArcam AVR10 Onkyo TX-RZ840
      AMPLIFIER Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      Channels7.29.2
      Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Amplifier DesignClass A/BLinear Class A/B
      Dynamic Audio Amplification
      Non-Phase Shift Amplifier Original 2-stage
      VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) Front L/R Channels
      THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2)
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Discrete Output Stage Circuitry
      Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)
      Bi-amp Capability
      BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging)
      AUDIO FEATURES Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine32-bit Digital Signal Processing Engines
      DACDual ESS 9026PRO
      DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing11.211.2
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 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 up to 7.1.4 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
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 11.1-ch (Built-In)
      MQA Decoding
      PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, MQAFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, LPCM
      Music Playback via USBFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC
      High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz 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 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input
      DSD to PCM Converter
      USB DAC
      Jitter Reduction PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF Audio
      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 Stereo Direct, CD Direct
      Pure Audio Mode
      Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs
      CALIBRATION Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Dirac Live™ Dirac Live™ and AccuEQ Room Corrections
      VIDEO FEATURES Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      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/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite
      Component Video Upscaling
      Analog to Analog Video conversion
      Component Video Maximum Resolution480i/576i
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth aptX HD SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Google Assistant
      Chromecast Built-In
      Apple Siri
      Works with SonoS
      DTS Play-Fi via Onkyo Music Control app
      MHL Input
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay 2
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad
      Remote App Arcam control appOnkyo Controller and Music Control apps
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      HDMI Inputs77 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 x 8K (simultaneous)2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
      8K Inputs77
      USB Input for factory service1 (Rear)
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs21
      Optical Outputs1
      Coaxial Inputs41
      RCA Line Inputs7 (1 front)6
      RCA Line Outputs1
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs11.211.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)
      XLR Pre-outs
      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 InputsAUX (3.5 mm Audio)HDMI
      Speaker A/B
      Headphone Out3.5 mm (1/8")6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      ZONES Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      Number of Zones13
      Powered Zones 2 and 3
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out (shared with Zone B Line out)
      Zone 3 OutsRCA Pre/Line Out
      Whole House Mode
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output21 (MAIN, 100 mA)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output2 / 01 / 0
      MISCELLANEOUS Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      On-Screen Display Graphical User Interface with Overlaid On-Screen Display (OSD) via HDMI
      GUI Languages7
      IP Control
      PreAmp Mode
      DisplayLarge front-panel LCD display
      RADIO Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      Analog Tuner FM with RDS FM/AM
      Presets5040
      Digital Radio DAB/DAB+
      Internet Radio TuneIn TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      Solid Aluminum Front
      Speaker Terminals711
      Large Speaker Terminals711
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      Power SupplyAC 110-120 V or 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz via switchAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Custom High-Current Low-Noise Power Transformer
      Toroidal Transformer
      Power Consumption1500 W850 W
      No Sound Power75 W
      Standby Power0.5 W0.1 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      PHYSICAL Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      Dimensions (W x H x D)433 mm x 171 mm x 425 mm
      17.06" x 6.69" x 18.56"
      435 mm x 201.5 mm x 398 mm
      17-1/8" x 7-15/16" x 15-11/16"
      Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)570 mm x 335 mm x 490 mm
      22-7/16" x 13-3/16" x 19-5/16"
      Weight16.5 kg (36.4 lbs)14 kg (30.9 lbs)
      Weight of Package19.8 kg17.0 kg (37.5 lbs)
      SPECIFICATIONS Arcam AVR11 Onkyo TX-RZ50
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)80 W (0.02% THD)120 W (0.08% THD)
      Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)85 W (0.2% THD)
      Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)250 W (10% THD)
      Power Output (4 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel Driven)100 W (0.2% THD)
      Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven)120 W (0.2% THD)
      Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive60 W (7 channels driven, 1kHz, 8 Ω, 0.2% THD)
      85 W (7 channels driven, 1kHz, 4 Ω, 0.2% THD)
      Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)250 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)220 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)130 W
      THD0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)1V, 2V, 4V (user adjustable)/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ
      Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)4.5 Vrms
      Rated Preout Level and Impedance0.8 Vrms/560 Ω1 V/470 Ω
      Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance5 Vrms/100 Ω
      Rated Headphone Power Output85 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
      Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)93 dB (normal)
      110 dB (stereo direct)
      106 dB
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)80 dB
      Frequency Response (Analog In)±0.2 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)5 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)
      Residual noise (IHF-A Network)0.15 mV
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
      DSD Sampling Rates via USB2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 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 acIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
      Bluetooth Version5․04․2
      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
      Warranty5 Years3 Years

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

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