Denon AVC-X3700H vs Onkyo TX-NR509

      Denon AVC-X3700H

      Onkyo TX-NR509
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      Highlights

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

      Highlights

      • 5.1 Channels
      • 5.1 Channel Processing
      • 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Ethernet

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Denon AVC-X3700H
      4. Advantage of Onkyo TX-NR509
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Amplifier
      7. Speaker Configurations
      8. Immersive Audio Formats
      9. HDMI
      10. Inputs and Outputs
      11. Evaluations
      12. Specifications

      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Denon AVC-X3700H to Onkyo TX-NR509 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 Denon AVC-X3700H has 9 channel and the Onkyo TX-NR509 has 5 channel amplifiers with Denon AVC-X3700H's being more powerful.


      Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509

      Denon AVC-X3700H was introduced in 2020. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 105 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 up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      Onkyo TX-NR509 was introduced in 2011. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 5.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 1080/60p video signal.

      We evaluated Denon AVC-X3700H and Onkyo TX-NR509 and gave them scores of 91 and 67 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.

      Denon AVC-X3700H

      Onkyo TX-NR509

      Amplifier
      89
      Amplifier
      75
      Audio Features
      92
      Audio Features
      67
      Video Features
      99
      Video Features
      46
      Connectivity
      90
      Connectivity
      73
      Zones
      85
      Zones
      64
      Radio
      82
      Radio
      91
      OVERALL
      91
      OVERALL
      67

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Denon AVC-X3700H and Onkyo TX-NR509.

      PROS

      Denon AVC-X3700H

      Onkyo TX-NR509

      •   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
      •   HEOS
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Digital Radio
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify

      CONS

      Denon AVC-X3700H

      Onkyo TX-NR509

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   1 8K Input
      •   No Analog Tuner
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   Few Channels - 5.1
      •   Low Power Output - 80 W
      •   5.1 Channel Processing
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   4 HDMI Inputs
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No Tidal


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

      AVERAGE

      Denon AVC-X3700H

      Onkyo TX-NR509

      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 105 W
      •   2 Zones
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   2 Zones

      3. Advantage of Denon AVC-X3700H

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVC-X3700H over Onkyo TX-NR509.

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      Denon AVC-X3700H vs Onkyo TX-NR509
      More Channels 9.2 vs 5.1
      Higher Power Output 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Certified 4 Ω Performance vs
      Bi-amp capability assignable vs
      Higher DAC Specs 384 kHz/32 Bit vs 192 kHz/24 Bit
      More Channel Processing 11.2 vs 5.1
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 vs
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      DTS:X up to 7.1.4 vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      IMAX Enhanced vs
      Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB up to 192 kHz vs up to 96 kHz
      Gapless Playback vs
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input vs
      DTS Dialog Control vs
      Dialog Level Adjustment vs
      Dialog Normalization vs
      Audyssey LFC vs
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT vs
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs vs
      More Advanced Auto Speaker Calibration System Audyssey MultEQ XT32 vs Audyssey 2EQ
      Audyssey App Support vs
      HDR10 vs
      HDR10+ vs
      Dynamic HDR vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
      Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through vs
      VRR vs
      QFT vs
      Video Signal Passthrough up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 vs up to 1080p
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 vs
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite vs
      isf Certified Calibration Control vs
      Wi-Fi vs via Front USB (optional UWF-1 sold separately)
      Bluetooth SBC vs
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs
      More HDMI Inputs 7 vs 4
      More HDMI Outputs 3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2) vs 1
      More 8K Inputs 1 vs
      Phono Input vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 11.2 vs 2.1 (Surround Back and Sub)
      Speaker A/B assignable vs
      Detachable Power Cord vs
      More Powered Zones 2 vs
      Zone 2 Outs HDMI, Component, Pre Out vs RCA Line Out
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output 1 vs
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 1 vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      More Speaker Terminals 11 vs 5
      More Large Speaker Terminals 11 vs 5
      Bigger Power Supply 660 W vs 370 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 105 W (0.08% THD) vs 80 W (0.7% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 135 W (0.7% THD) vs 110 W (0.9% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC) 180 W (1% THD) vs 130 W (1% THD)
      Higher Rated Lineout Level 1.2 V vs 200 mV/2.2 kΩ (REC OUT)
      Longer Warranty 3 Years vs 2 Years
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      4. Advantage of Onkyo TX-NR509

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-NR509 over Denon AVC-X3700H.

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      Denon AVC-X3700H vs Onkyo TX-NR509
      Dolby Pro Logic vs PLIIx
      DTS Neo vs Neo:6
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs FLAC, WAV, WMA, WMA Lossless, Ogg, MP3, LPCM, AAC
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs FLAC, WAV, WMA Lossless, LPCM, AAC
      Jitter Reduction vs PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF Audio
      More RCA Line Outputs vs 1
      More Composite Video Inputs 3 vs 5 (1 front)
      More Composite Video Outputs 1 vs 2
      Front A/V Inputs USB vs USB, Composite Video, RCA Audio
      Analog Tuner vs FM/AM with RDS
      Digital Radio vs DAB/DAB+ Radio via optional UP-DT1 Tuner (sold separately)
      Pandora vs

      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 Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 Audyssey 2EQ
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 Front
        Many RCA Line Inputs66 (1 front)
        RCA Pre-Outs11.22.1 (Surround Back and Sub)
        Composite Video Inputs35 (1 front)
        Component Video Inputs22
        Ethernet
        Spotify
      WEAKNESSES Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        Few 8K Inputs1

      6. Amplifier

      Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509

      9 channel Amplifier: Denon AVC-X3700H features 9 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      5 channel Amplifier: Onkyo TX-NR509 features 5 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).


        AMPLIFIER Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        Channels9.25.1
        Power Output105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability assignable

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Denon AVC-X3700H's and Onkyo TX-NR509's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Denon AVC-X3700H: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • Onkyo TX-NR509: Not supported.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Denon AVC-X3700H: 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.
        • Onkyo TX-NR509: Not supported.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Denon AVC-X3700H: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Onkyo TX-NR509: 5.1 with internal amplifier.
        • Bi-Amp: Denon AVC-X3700H is 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

        Denon AVC-X3700H supports Dolby Atmos.

        • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Denon AVC-X3700H supports 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: Denon AVC-X3700H 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

        Denon AVC-X3700H supports DTS:X.

        • DTS Neural:X: Denon AVC-X3700H supports 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: Denon AVC-X3700H 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: Denon AVC-X3700H supports 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.

        IMAX Enhanced

        Denon AVC-X3700H is 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 Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLIIx
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X up to 7.1.4
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6
        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

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        9. HDMI

        Denon AVC-X3700H comes with 1 HDMI 2.1 input with 8K support and 6 inputs with 4K support. It has 3 outputs - 2 x 8K for MAIN and 1 x 4K for ZONE2.

        Onkyo TX-NR509 comes with 4 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

        • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Denon AVC-X3700H: 1 out of 7 inputs passes up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 and the rest of the inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
          1080/60p Passthrough on Onkyo TX-NR509: All inputs pass up to 1080p video signal.
        • 8K Upscaling on Denon AVC-X3700H: It can upscale up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
        • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Denon AVC-X3700H 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 Denon AVC-X3700H only).
        • HDCP 2.3 Copy Protection: Denon AVC-X3700H is HDCP 2.3 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
        • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

        HDR (High Dynamic Range)

        Denon AVC-X3700H supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dynamic HDR and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

        Onkyo TX-NR509 does not support HDR. 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)

        Denon AVC-X3700H supports 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

        Denon AVC-X3700H supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        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 1080p
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Denon AVC-X3700H with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Denon AVC-X3700H has 11.2 and Onkyo TX-NR509 has 2.1 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, Denon AVC-X3700H has 11 channel processing but has only 9 channel amplifier, so it needs external amplifier connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach its maximum speaker configuration.
        • Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 6 pair of line inputs on both receivers for connecting sources with analog outputs. There is also 1 pair of line outputs on Onkyo TX-NR509.
        • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available for digital audio connections on both receivers.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • Denon AVC-X3700H
          Inputs:           7   Outputs: 3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
          8K Inputs: 1.
        • Onkyo TX-NR509
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Denon AVC-X3700H
          Inputs:           3   Outputs: 1.
        • Onkyo TX-NR509
          Inputs:           5   Outputs: 2.
        • 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. resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Denon AVC-X3700H
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.
        • Onkyo TX-NR509
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Denon AVC-X3700H: USB
        • Onkyo TX-NR509: USB, Composite Video, RCA Audio

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        TERMINALS Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        HDMI Inputs74
        HDMI Outputs3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)1
        8K Inputs1
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 Front
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs22
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs22
        RCA Line Inputs66 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs1
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.22.1 (Surround Back and Sub)
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs35 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs12
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs22
        Component Video Outputs11

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Denon AVC-X3700H and Onkyo TX-NR509 and gave them scores of 91 and 67 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.


        Denon AVC-X3700H

        Onkyo TX-NR509

        OVERALL
        91
        OVERALL
        67

        Amplifier

        EXCELLENT
        89
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   Power Output - 105 W
        GOOD
        75
        •   Few Channels - 5.1
        •   Low Power Output - 80 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   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
        AVERAGE
        67
        •   Few Channels - 5.1
        •   5.1 Channel Processing
        •   No Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   No DTS:X
        •   No 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
        •   QFT
        •   8K Passthrough
        •   8K Upscaling
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        POOR
        46
        •   No HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   No Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough

        Connectivity

        EXCELLENT
        90
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   HEOS
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   4 HDMI Outputs
        •   1 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Many RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2
        GOOD
        73
        •   No eARC
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   No Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   4 HDMI Inputs
        •   1 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Many RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet

        Zones

        EXCELLENT
        85
        •   2 Zones
        AVERAGE
        64
        •   2 Zones

        Radio

        GOOD
        82
        •   No Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        EXCELLENT
        91
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        BrandDenonOnkyo
        ModelAVC-X3700HTX-NR509
        TypeA/V AmplifierA/V Receiver
        CountryUKEurope and Australia
        Release Year20202011
        PredecessorDenon AVR-X3600H
        SuccessorDenon AVC-X3800H Onkyo TX-NR515
        AMPLIFIER Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        Channels9.25.1
        Power Output105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Discrete Amplification
        WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology)
        VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry)
        Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Discrete Output Stage Circuitry
        3-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry
        PUSH-PULL Design
        Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction
        Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)
        Bi-amp Capability assignable
        BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging)
        AUDIO FEATURES Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        Digital Processing Crossover Network
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineTwo sets of powerful DSP chipsAdvanced 32-Bit Processing DSP Chip
        DACAKMBurr-Brown
        DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing11.25.1
        D.D.S.C. HD Digital
        Alpha Processing
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLIIx
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X up to 7.1.4
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6
        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 FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDFLAC, WAV, WMA, WMA Lossless, Ogg, MP3, LPCM, AAC
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz up to 96 kHz
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDFLAC, WAV, WMA Lossless, LPCM, 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 Level Adjustment
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift
        Tone Control Front L/R 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
        Phase-Matching Bass Boost
        Direct Mode
        Pure Audio Mode
        Pure Direct Analog Path Mode
        Pure Direct Mode
        Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 Audyssey 2EQ
        Audyssey App Support
        Optimized Bass Redirection
        Bass Sync
        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDMI Version2.1
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.3
        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 1080p
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        Wi-Fi via Front USB (optional UWF-1 sold separately)
        Bluetooth SBC
        Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Google Assistant
        Chromecast Built-In
        Apple Siri
        Works with SonoS
        HEOS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        AirPlay AirPlay 2
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod and iPhone via USB or optional UP-A1 Dock (sold separately)
        Remote App Denon 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices and Kindle Fire iPod touch/iPhone
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        HDMI Inputs74
        HDMI Outputs3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)1
        8K Inputs1
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 Front
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs22
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs22
        RCA Line Inputs66 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs1
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.22.1 (Surround Back and Sub)
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs35 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs12
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs22
        Component Video Outputs11
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsUSBUSB, Composite Video, RCA Audio
        Speaker A/B assignable
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        uport
        ZONES Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        Number of Zones22
        Powered Zones 2
        Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Component, Pre OutRCA Line Out
        Whole House Mode
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output1
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 1
        MISCELLANEOUS Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User Interface Basic Overlay
        GUI Languages9
        Web Control
        IP Control
        Control4 SDDP
        PreAmp Mode
        Display 1 line
        Remote ControllerRC-1239
        Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
        ONKYO-RI System Control
        RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI)
        Pre-Pro/Learning Remote /
        On Screen Remote Programming
        Bi-directional Remote Setup via GUI
        Activity Based Remote
        Smart Grid-Ready
        Denon Link HD
        Setup Assistant
        Quick Select plus / Quick Select /
        RADIO Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS
        Presets40
        Digital Radio DAB/DAB+ Radio via optional UP-DT1 Tuner (sold separately)
        Internet Radio TuneIn vTuner
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        Front Panelnot Metal
        Solid Aluminum Front
        Speaker Terminals115
        Large Speaker Terminals115
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        High Grade Audio Components
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        Power SupplyAC 230 V, 50/60 HzAC 230 V, 50 Hz
        Independent Power Supply
        H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Massive High Power Transformer
        Toroidal Transformer
        Power Consumption660 W370 W
        No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 45 W/80 W45 W (230 V)/50 W (240 V)
        Standby Power0.1 W0.3 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power off
        PHYSICAL Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        Dimensions (W x H x D)434 mm x 167 mm x 389 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 236 mm x 389 mm)
        17 1/8" x 6 5/8" x 15 3/8" (with antenna: 17 1/8" x 9 3/8" x 15 3/8")        		435 mm x 173.5 mm x 328 mm
        17-1/8" x 6-13/16" x 12-15/16"
        Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)519 mm x 242 mm x 478 mm
        21.2" x 10.1" x 19.0"
        Weight12.5 kg (27.6 lbs)9.2 kg (20.3 lbs)
        Weight of Package15.1 kg (33.3 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS Denon AVC-X3700H Onkyo TX-NR509
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)105 W (0.08% THD)80 W (0.7% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)135 W (0.7% THD)110 W (0.9% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)160 W
        Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)180 W (1% THD)130 W (1% THD)
        Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)180 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)160 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)100 W
        THD0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)
        THD (Digital)0.008% (1 kHz, at 0 dB)
        Analog Distortion0.008% (20 Hz-20 kHz, Direct mode)
        Phono Distortion0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
        Damping Factor60 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ (Line)
        Rated Lineout Level and Impedance1.2 V200 mV/2.2 kΩ (REC OUT)
        Rated Output digital2 V (at 0 dB playback)
        Maximum Lineout Level and Impedance2 V/2.2 kΩ (REC OUT)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)100 dB100 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 dB
        S/N Ratio (digital)102 dB
        Dynamic Range (digital)100 dB
        Phono RIAA Deviation±1 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
        Frequency Response (Analog In)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)20 Hz - 50 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (DSP bypass)
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 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)        		1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
        1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 60 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Component)5 Hz - 100 MHz/+0 dB, -3 dB (Component)
        Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version4․2
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
        AM Frequency522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz
        Warranty3 Years2 Years

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

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