Denon AVC-X8500H vs Onkyo TX-NR717

Here we are comparing Denon AVC-X8500H to Onkyo TX-NR717 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-X8500H has 13 channel and the Onkyo TX-NR717 has 7 channel amplifiers with Denon AVC-X8500H's being more powerful.

Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
Denon AVC-X8500H was introduced in 2018 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 13 channel amplifier with 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 13.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro and Auro-3D, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.	Onkyo TX-NR717 was introduced in 2012. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 1080/60p and upscales up to 4K/30p (Marvell Qdeo) video signal.

We evaluated Denon AVC-X8500H and Onkyo TX-NR717 and gave them scores of 94 and 79 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.

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

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVC-X8500H over Onkyo TX-NR717.

	Denon AVC-X8500H	vs	Onkyo TX-NR717
More Channels	13.2	vs	7.2
Higher Power Output	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	vs	110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Bi-amp capability	5-ch (assignable)	vs
Higher DAC Specs	384 kHz/32 Bit	vs	192 kHz/24 Bit
More Channel Processing	13.2	vs	7.1
Dolby Atmos	up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4	vs
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization		vs
Dolby Surround Upmixer		vs
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4	vs
DTS Neural:X		vs
DTS Virtual:X	via firmware update	vs
IMAX Enhanced		vs
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer	13.1-ch (Built-In)	vs
Gapless Playback		vs
DTS Dialog Control		vs
Dialog Enhancement		vs
Dialog Level Adjustment		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
BT.2020 color space		vs
Dolby Vision		vs
HLG		vs
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)		vs
Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through		vs
Video Signal Passthrough	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	vs	up to 1080p
Video Signal Upscaling	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	vs	up to 4K/30p (Marvell Qdeo)
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 Outputs	3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)	vs	2 (simultaneous)
USB DC Out Port		vs
More RCA Line Inputs	7	vs	6
Multi-Channel Input	7.1	vs
More RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	vs	7.2
More Component Video Inputs	3	vs	2
Speaker A/B	assignable	vs
Zone 2 Outs	HDMI, Composite, Pre Out	vs	RCA Line Out
Zone 3 Outs	Pre Out, Composite	vs	RCA Line Out
RS-232C Interface		vs
+12V Trigger Output	2	vs	1 (Zone2)
Remote (IR) Input/Output	1 / 1	vs	1 / 0
Tidal		vs
Deezer		vs
Napster		vs
More Speaker Terminals	15	vs	11
More Large Speaker Terminals	15	vs	11
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals		vs
Gold plated RCA terminals		vs
Bigger Power Supply	900 W	vs	640 W
Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	150 W (0.05% THD)	vs	110 W (0.08% THD)
Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	190 W (0.7% THD)	vs	125 W (0.7% THD)
Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA)	260 W (10% THD)	vs	185 W
Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)	210 W (1% THD)	vs	170 W (1% THD)
Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 4 Ω, Front)	280 W x 2-channel	vs	220 W
Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 8 Ω, Front)	170 W x 2-channel	vs	130 W
Higher DSD Sampling Rate via USB	5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz	vs	2.8 MHz
Longer Warranty	3 Years	vs	2 Years

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-NR717 over Denon AVC-X8500H.

	Denon AVC-X8500H	vs	Onkyo TX-NR717
THX™ Certification		vs	Select™2 Plus
Dolby Pro Logic		vs	PLIIz
Surround EX		vs	also known as Dolby Digital Surround EX
DTS Neo		vs	Neo:6
Music Playback via USB	MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD	vs	FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, WMA Lossless, Ogg, MP3, DSD, Dolby TruHD, LPCM, AAC
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB	Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD	vs	FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, WMA Lossless, LPCM, AAC, Dolby TrueHD
Audyssey DSX		vs
MHL Input		vs	Front HDMI
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue		vs
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	vs	1 Front (for iPod/iPhone) and 1 Rear
More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs	2	vs	3
More Composite Video Inputs	4	vs	5 (1 front)
PC In		vs
Front A/V Inputs	HDMI, USB	vs	HDMI/MHL, USB, Composite Video
Analog Tuner		vs	FM/AM with RDS
Pandora		vs
Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)	102 dB	vs	106 dB
Higher S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)	74 dB	vs	80 dB

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-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
High Power Output	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Front Wide Channel Support
DSD via HDMI	2-ch/Multi-ch Input	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.	Audyssey MultEQ XT32	Audyssey 2EQ
New HDCP Version	2.2	2.2
Analog To HDMI Upconversion	Component, Composite	Component, Composite, PC
Many HDMI Inputs	8 (1 front)	8 (1 front)
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	1 Front (for iPod/iPhone) and 1 Rear
Many RCA Line Inputs	7	6
Phono Input
RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	7.2
Composite Video Inputs	4	5 (1 front)
Component Video Inputs	3	2
Ethernet
Zones	3	3
Spotify

WEAKNESSES	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
No HDR10+
No 8K Passthrough	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	up to 1080p
Few 8K Inputs
No Digital Radio

Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
13 channel Amplifier: Denon AVC-X8500H features 13 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.	7 channel Amplifier: Onkyo TX-NR717 features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

• WRAT (Wide Range Amp Technology): Onkyo TX-NR717 features Onkyo’s Wide Range Amp Technology (WRAT) circuit layout that prevents phase shifting by pushing the roll-off point higher than the listening-level frequency. Amplifying sound without phase shift creates an uncommonly well-focused and realistic audio image. If phase shift occurs and signal timing is not accurate, then neither is the resulting audio image.
• 3-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry: Onkyo TX-NR717 features 3-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry. Standard amplifiers employ a negative feedback (NFB) design that counters distortion by feeding back the opposite phase of the output signal into the input stage. Unfortunately, NFB is easily affected by inverse electromotive forces from the speakers, leading to an increase in circuit noise. Three-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry is a core Onkyo technology incorporating a low-NFB design that makes the sound more natural. Sensitive to oscillations, this circuitry requires very advanced control technology in order to be incorporated into the amplifier.

THX™ Select™2 Plus certification

Onkyo TX-NR717 is THX™ Select™2 Plus 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	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
Channels	13.2	7.2
Power Output	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Front Wide Channel Support
THX™ Certification		Select™2 Plus
Continuous 6 Ω Rated
Certified 4 Ω Performance
Bi-amp Capability	5-ch (assignable)

Denon AVC-X8500H's and Onkyo TX-NR717's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

• Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
Denon AVC-X8500H: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.6, 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 7.2.6, 9.2.2, 9.2.4 with internal amplifier.
Onkyo TX-NR717: Not supported.
• DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
Denon AVC-X8500H: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.6, 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 7.2.6, 9.2.2, 9.2.4 with internal amplifier.
Onkyo TX-NR717: Not supported.
• Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
Denon AVC-X8500H: 5.2, 7.2, 9.2 with internal amplifier.
Onkyo TX-NR717: 5.2, 7.2 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:
Denon AVC-X8500H: 9.2, 9.2.2, 9.2.4.
Onkyo TX-NR717: 7.2.
• Bi-Amp: Denon AVC-X8500H is able to bi-amp up to 5 and Onkyo TX-NR717 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.

Dolby Atmos

Denon AVC-X8500H supports Dolby Atmos.

• Dolby Surround Upmixer: Denon AVC-X8500H 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-X8500H 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-X8500H supports DTS:X.

• DTS:X Pro: Denon AVC-X8500H supports DTS:X Pro which is an upgraded version of DTS:X and is no longer limited with 11 channel processing.
• DTS Neural:X: Denon AVC-X8500H 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-X8500H 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-X8500H 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.

Auro-3D

Denon AVC-X8500H supports Auro-3D.

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

Audyssey DSX

Onkyo TX-NR717 supports Audyssey DSX which allows you to augment a standard five-channel home theater with either two Front Wide or two Front High speakers. The Wide channels create an expansive soundstage and bring out convincing directional effects. Alternatively, Height channels can add a vertical dimension to movie and game soundtracks.

IMAX Enhanced

Denon AVC-X8500H 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-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
Dolby Atmos	up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic		PLIIz
Dolby Digital EX
Surround EX		also known as Dolby Digital Surround EX
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
DTS Neural:X
DTS Virtual:X	via firmware update
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	13.1-ch (Built-In)

Denon AVC-X8500H comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2.

Onkyo TX-NR717 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

• 4K/60Hz Passthrough on Denon AVC-X8500H: All inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
  1080/60p Passthrough on Onkyo TX-NR717: All inputs pass up to 1080p video signal.
• 4K Upscaling on Denon AVC-X8500H: It can upscale up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
  4K Upscaling on Onkyo TX-NR717: It can upscale up to 4K/30p (Marvell Qdeo) from HDMI and analog sources.
• Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Both receivers support 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-X8500H only).
• HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection: Both receivers are HDCP 2.2 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-X8500H supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

Onkyo TX-NR717 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-X8500H 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-X8500H supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) for lag-free and smooth gaming.

VIDEO FEATURES	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
HDR10
HDR10+
Dynamic HDR
BT.2020 color space
Dolby Vision
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
HDBaseT Compatible
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
HDCP Version	2.2	2.2
QMS (Quick Media Switching)
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
QFT (Quick Frame transport)
3-D Ready
Video Signal Passthrough	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	up to 1080p
Video Signal Upscaling	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	up to 4K/30p (Marvell Qdeo)

TERMINALS	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
HDMI Inputs	8 (1 front)	8 (1 front)
HDMI Outputs	3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)	2 (simultaneous)
8K Inputs
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	1 Front (for iPod/iPhone) and 1 Rear
USB DC Out Port
Optical Inputs	2	2
Optical Outputs
Coaxial Inputs	2	3
RCA Line Inputs	7	6
RCA Line Outputs
XLR Line Inputs
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input	7.1
RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	7.2
XLR Pre-outs
Composite Video Inputs	4	5 (1 front)
Composite Video Outputs	1	1
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs	3	2
Component Video Outputs	1	1

GENERAL	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
Brand	Denon	Onkyo
Model	AVC-X8500H	TX-NR717
Type	A/V Amplifier	A/V Receiver
Country	UK	Others
Release Year	2018	2012
Predecessor	Denon AVR-X7200WA	Onkyo TX-NR709
Successor	Denon AVC-X8500HA	Onkyo TX-NR727

AMPLIFIER	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
Channels	13.2	7.2
Power Output	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	110 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		Linear
THX™ Certification		Select™2 Plus
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	L/R separated
Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)
Bi-amp Capability	5-ch (assignable)
BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging)

AUDIO FEATURES	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
Digital Processing Crossover Network
Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine	Four powerful high speed 4th generation SHARC DSP processors with 32-bit floating point	Advanced 32-Bit Processing DSP Chip
DAC	AKM AK4490EQ	Burr-Brown
DAC Specs	384 kHz/32 Bit	192 kHz/24 Bit
Maximum Channel Processing	13.2	7.1
D.D.S.C. HD Digital	32 bit
Alpha Processing	AL32 Processing Multichannel
Air Studios Monitor Certification
Dolby Atmos	up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic		PLIIz
Dolby Digital EX
Surround EX		also known as Dolby Digital Surround EX
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
DTS Neural:X
DTS Virtual:X	via firmware update
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	13.1-ch (Built-In)
PCM	2-ch/Multi-ch Input	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
Network Audio Formats	MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
Music Playback via USB	MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD	FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, WMA Lossless, Ogg, MP3, DSD, Dolby TruHD, LPCM, AAC
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network	up to 192 kHz	up to 192 kHz
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB	Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD	FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, WMA Lossless, LPCM, AAC, Dolby TrueHD
Gapless Playback
DSD via HDMI	2-ch/Multi-ch Input	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
DSD via USB	2-ch Input	2-ch Input
DSD to PCM Converter
USB DAC
Jitter Reduction		PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology
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-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.	Audyssey MultEQ XT32	Audyssey 2EQ
Audyssey App Support
Optimized Bass Redirection
Bass Sync

VIDEO FEATURES	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
HDR10
HDR10+
Dynamic HDR
BT.2020 color space
Dolby Vision
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
HDBaseT Compatible
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
HDCP Version	2.2	2.2
QMS (Quick Media Switching)
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
QFT (Quick Frame transport)
3-D Ready
Video Signal Passthrough	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	up to 1080p
Video Signal Upscaling	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	up to 4K/30p (Marvell Qdeo)
Analog To HDMI Upconversion	Component, Composite	Component, Composite, PC
Component Video Upscaling
Analog to Analog Video conversion
Component Video Maximum Resolution	1080p	1080p
isf Certified Calibration Control

CONNECTIVITY	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
Wi-Fi		via Front USB (optional UWF-1 sold separately)
Bluetooth	SBC
Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
Works with Amazon Alexa
Chromecast Built-In
Works with SonoS
HEOS
DTS Play-Fi
MHL Input		Front HDMI
DLNA 1.5
AirPlay	AirPlay 2
Apple Product Connection	iPod, iPhone and iPad	iPod and iPhone via front USB
Remote App	Denon 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices and Kindle Fire	iPod touch/iPhone and Android-Powered Devices
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue

TERMINALS	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
HDMI Inputs	8 (1 front)	8 (1 front)
HDMI Outputs	3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)	2 (simultaneous)
8K Inputs
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	1 Front (for iPod/iPhone) and 1 Rear
USB DC Out Port
Optical Inputs	2	2
Optical Outputs
Coaxial Inputs	2	3
RCA Line Inputs	7	6
RCA Line Outputs
XLR Line Inputs
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input	7.1
RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	7.2
XLR Pre-outs
Composite Video Inputs	4	5 (1 front)
Composite Video Outputs	1	1
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs	3	2
Component Video Outputs	1	1
Ethernet
Ethernet Switch
PC In
Front A/V Inputs	HDMI, USB	HDMI/MHL, USB, Composite Video
Speaker A/B	assignable
Headphone Out	6.3 mm (1/4")	6.3 mm (1/4")
Detachable Power Cord
uport

ZONES	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
Number of Zones	3	3
Powered Zones	2 and 3	2 and 3
Zone 2 Outs	HDMI, Composite, Pre Out	RCA Line Out
Zone 3 Outs	Pre Out, Composite	RCA Line Out
Whole House Mode
RS-232C Interface
+12V Trigger Output	2	1 (Zone2)
Remote (IR) Input/Output	1 / 1	1 / 0

MISCELLANEOUS	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
On-Screen Display	Advanced Graphic User Interface	Advanced "Home" GUI
GUI Languages	9
Web Control
IP Control
Control4 SDDP
PreAmp Mode
Display	2 lines
Remote Controller	RC-1221
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-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
Analog Tuner		FM/AM with RDS
Presets		40
Digital Radio
Internet Radio	TuneIn	vTuner
Pandora
Spotify
Tidal
Deezer
Napster
SiriusXM

CONSTRUCTION	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
Front Panel	Metal
Solid Aluminum Front
Speaker Terminals	15	11
Large Speaker Terminals	15	11
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
High Grade Audio Components
Gold plated RCA terminals

POWER	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
Power Supply	AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz	AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Independent Power Supply
H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply)		Massive High Power Transformer
Toroidal Transformer
Power Consumption	900 W	640 W
No Sound Power	ECO On/Off: 70 W/125 W	95 W
Standby Power	0.1 W	0.1 W
ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
Auto Power off

PHYSICAL	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
Dimensions (W x H x D)	434 mm x 195 mm x 482 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 259 mm x 482 mm) 17-1/8" x 7-3/4" x 18-3/4" (with antenna up: 17-1/8" x 10-1/4" x 18-3/4")	435 mm x 174 mm x 379 mm 17-1/8" x 6-7/8" x 14-15/16"
Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)	569 mm x 328 mm x 539 mm
Weight	23.3 kg (51 lbs 6 oz)	12.1 kg (26.7 lbs)

SPECIFICATIONS	Denon AVC-X8500H	Onkyo TX-NR717
Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	150 W (0.05% THD)	110 W (0.08% THD)
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)		125 W (0.7% THD)
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	190 W (0.7% THD)	125 W (0.7% THD)
Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)	260 W (10% THD)	185 W
Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)	210 W (1% THD)	170 W (1% THD)
Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)		250 W
Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)	280 W x 2-channel	220 W
Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)	170 W x 2-channel	130 W
THD		0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)
THD (Digital)	0.008% (1 kHz, at 0 dB)
Analog Distortion	0.005% (20 Hz-20 kHz, Direct mode)
Phono Distortion	0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
Damping Factor		60 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω)
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)	200 mV/47 kΩ	200 mV/47 kΩ (Line)
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)	2.5 mV	2.5 mV/47 kΩ
Rated Preout Level and Impedance		200 mV/470 Ω
Rated Lineout Level and Impedance	1.2 V
Rated Output digital	2 V (at 0 dB playback)
Maximum Preout Level and Impedance		4.6 V/470 Ω
Phono Overload		70 mV (MM 1 kHz 0.5%)
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)	102 dB	106 dB
S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)	74 dB	80 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)	5 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct Mode)
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI	2.8 MHz	2.8 MHz
DSD Sampling Rates via USB	5.6 MHz, 2.8 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 Response	5 Hz to 60 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Component) 5 Hz to 10 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Composite)	5 Hz - 100 MHz/+0 dB, -3 dB (Component)
Ethernet Standard	100BASE-TX	100BASE-TX
Wi-Fi Standard	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency	5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
Bluetooth Version	3․0 + EDR
Bluetooth Frequency	2.4 GHz
USB Terminal	USB2.0 5V, 1 A
FM Frequency		87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
AM Frequency		522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz
Warranty	3 Years	2 Years

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