Denon AVC-X8500H vs Sony STR-AZ7000ES

Here we are comparing Denon AVC-X8500H to Sony STR-AZ7000ES 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. Both receivers have 13 channel amplifiers with Denon AVC-X8500H's being more powerful.

Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
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.	Sony STR-AZ7000ES was introduced in 2023 and represents a current flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 13 channel amplifier with 140 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 and DTS:X Pro, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

We evaluated Denon AVC-X8500H and Sony STR-AZ7000ES and gave both of them the score of 94 out of 100. 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 Sony STR-AZ7000ES.

	Denon AVC-X8500H	vs	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
Higher Power Output	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	vs	140 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/32 Bit
Dolby Digital EX		vs
DTS Express		vs
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer	13.1-ch (Built-In)	vs
Audyssey Dynamic EQ		vs
Audyssey Dynamic Volume		vs
Audyssey LFC		vs
Audyssey Sub EQ HT		vs
isf Certified Calibration Control		vs
Works with Amazon Alexa		vs
AirPlay	AirPlay 2	vs	AirPlay 2
More HDMI Inputs	8 (1 front)	vs	7 (1 front)
More HDMI Outputs	3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)	vs	2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
USB DC Out Port		vs
More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs	2	vs	1
More RCA Line Inputs	7	vs	4
Phono Input		vs
Multi-Channel Input	7.1	vs
More RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	vs	13.2
More Composite Video Inputs	4	vs	2
More Component Video Inputs	3	vs
More Component Video Outputs	1	vs
Headphone Out	6.3 mm (1/4")	vs
Zone 2 Outs	HDMI, Composite, Pre Out	vs	HDMI, Composite video, Pre Out
Zone 3 Outs	Pre Out, Composite	vs	Pre/Line Out
More GUI Languages	9	vs	3
Napster		vs
More Speaker Terminals	15	vs	13
More Large Speaker Terminals	15	vs	13
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals		vs
Bigger Power Supply	900 W	vs	540 W
Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	150 W (0.05% THD)	vs	140 W (0.09% THD)

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony STR-AZ7000ES over Denon AVC-X8500H.

	Denon AVC-X8500H	vs	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
Network Audio Formats	MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD	vs	FLAC, AIFF, WAV, DSD, ALAC, MP3, WMA, AAC
Music Playback via USB	MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD	vs	FLAC, AIFF, WAV, DSD, ALAC, MP3, WMA, AAC
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB	Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD	vs	FLAC, AIFF, WAV, DSD, ALAC
Dialogue Lift		vs	Center Speaker Lift Up
High-resolution Music Enhancer		vs	DSEE Ultimate
Newer HDCP Version	2.2	vs	2.3
VRR		vs
Video Signal Passthrough	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	vs	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
Video Signal Upscaling	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	vs	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
Bluetooth Headphone Transmission		vs
Chromecast Built-In		vs
Works with SONOS		vs
More 8K Inputs		vs	4
+12V Trigger Output	2	vs	3
Remote (IR) Input/Output	1 / 1	vs	1 / 2
Analog Tuner		vs	FM
Pandora		vs
Wi-Fi Standard	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n	vs	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Newer Bluetooth Version	3․0 + EDR	vs	5․0
Longer Warranty	3 Years	vs	5 Years

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	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
Many Channels	13.2	13.2
High Power Output	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Front Wide Channel Support
Channel Processing	13.2	13.2
Dolby Atmos	up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4	up to 7.1.6 of 9.1.4
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4	Pro up to 7.1.6 of 9.1.4
IMAX Enhanced
DSD via HDMI	2-ch/Multi-ch Input	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.	Audyssey MultEQ XT32	D.C.A.C. IX
HDR10
Dolby Vision
eARC
New HDCP Version	2.2	2.3
Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
Analog To HDMI Upconversion	Component, Composite	Composite
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth	SBC	SBC, AAC, LDAC
Many HDMI Inputs	8 (1 front)	7 (1 front)
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	1 Front for USB memory
RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	13.2
Composite Video Inputs	4	2
Ethernet
Zones	3	3
Spotify
Tidal

WEAKNESSES	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
No HDR10+
No Digital Radio

Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
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.	13 channel Amplifier: Sony STR-AZ7000ES features 13 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

AMPLIFIER	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
Channels	13.2	13.2
Power Output	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Front Wide Channel Support
THX™ Certification
Continuous 6 Ω Rated
Certified 4 Ω Performance
Bi-amp Capability	5-ch (assignable)

Denon AVC-X8500H's and Sony STR-AZ7000ES'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.
Sony STR-AZ7000ES: 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.
• 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.
Sony STR-AZ7000ES: 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.
• 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.
Sony STR-AZ7000ES: 5.2, 7.2, 9.2 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.
Sony STR-AZ7000ES: 9.2, 9.2.2, 9.2.4.
• Bi-Amp: Denon AVC-X8500H is able to bi-amp up to 5 and Sony STR-AZ7000ES 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 and Sony STR-AZ7000ES 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

Denon AVC-X8500H and Sony STR-AZ7000ES support DTS:X.

• DTS:X Pro: Both models also support DTS:X Pro which is an upgraded version of DTS:X and is no longer limited with 11 channel processing.
• 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: Both models feature 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.

IMAX Enhanced

Denon AVC-X8500H and Sony STR-AZ7000ES 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	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
Dolby Atmos	up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4	up to 7.1.6 of 9.1.4
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Digital EX
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4	Pro up to 7.1.6 of 9.1.4
DTS Neural:X
DTS Virtual:X	via firmware update
DTS Neo
DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
DTS 96/24
DTS Express
DTS-ES	Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1	Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
IMAX Enhanced
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer	13.1-ch (Built-In)

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

Sony STR-AZ7000ES comes with 4 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support and 3 inputs with 4K support. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

• 4K/60Hz Passthrough on Denon AVC-X8500H: All inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
  8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Sony STR-AZ7000ES: 4 out of 7 inputs pass 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.
• 4K Upscaling on Denon AVC-X8500H: It can upscale up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
  8K Upscaling on Sony STR-AZ7000ES: It can upscale up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 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 both models).
• HDCP Copy Protection: Denon AVC-X8500H is HDCP 2.2 and Sony STR-AZ7000ES 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)

Both receivers support 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)

Denon AVC-X8500H and Sony STR-AZ7000ES 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

Denon AVC-X8500H supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) Sony STR-AZ7000ES supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) for lag-free and smooth gaming.

VIDEO FEATURES	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
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	2.3
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
3-D Ready
Video Signal Passthrough	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
Video Signal Upscaling	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4

TERMINALS	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
HDMI Inputs	8 (1 front)	7 (1 front)
HDMI Outputs	3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)	2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
8K Inputs		4
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	1 Front for USB memory
USB DC Out Port
Optical Inputs	2	2
Optical Outputs
Coaxial Inputs	2	1
RCA Line Inputs	7	4
RCA Line Outputs
XLR Line Inputs
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input	7.1
RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	13.2
XLR Pre-outs
Composite Video Inputs	4	2
Composite Video Outputs	1	1
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs	3
Component Video Outputs	1

GENERAL	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
Brand	Denon	Sony
Series		ES
Model	AVC-X8500H	STR-AZ7000ES
Type	A/V Amplifier	A/V Receiver
Country	UK	USA
Release Year	2018	2023
Predecessor	Denon AVR-X7200WA
Successor	Denon AVC-X8500HA

AMPLIFIER	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
Channels	13.2	13.2
Power Output	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Front Wide Channel Support
Discrete Amplification
THX™ Certification
Continuous 6 Ω Rated
Certified 4 Ω Performance
Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction	L/R separated
Bi-amp Capability	5-ch (assignable)

AUDIO FEATURES	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine	Four powerful high speed 4th generation SHARC DSP processors with 32-bit floating point
DAC	AKM AK4490EQ
DAC Specs	384 kHz/32 Bit	192 kHz/32 Bit
Maximum Channel Processing	13.2	13.2
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	up to 7.1.6 of 9.1.4
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Digital EX
Surround EX
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4	Pro up to 7.1.6 of 9.1.4
DTS Neural:X
DTS Virtual:X	via firmware update
DTS Neo
DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
DTS 96/24
DTS Express
DTS-ES	Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1	Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
IMAX Enhanced
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer	13.1-ch (Built-In)
360 Reality Audio
PCM	2-ch/Multi-ch Input	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
Network Audio Formats	MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD	FLAC, AIFF, WAV, DSD, ALAC, MP3, WMA, AAC
Music Playback via USB	MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD	FLAC, AIFF, WAV, DSD, ALAC, MP3, WMA, AAC
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network	up to 192 kHz	192 kHz/24 bit
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB	Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD	FLAC, AIFF, WAV, DSD, ALAC
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
DTS Dialogue Control
Dialog Enhancement
Dialog Level Adjustment
Dialog normalization
Dialogue Lift		Center Speaker Lift Up
In-Ceiling Speaker Mode
Tone Control		All Channels
Compressed Music Enhancer
High-resolution Music Enhancer		DSEE Ultimate
Audyssey Dynamic EQ
Audyssey Dynamic Volume
Audyssey LFC
Audyssey Sub EQ HT
Audyssey DSX
Direct Mode
Pure Direct Mode
Independent Subwoofer Outputs

CALIBRATION	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.	Audyssey MultEQ XT32	D.C.A.C. IX
Calibration Microphone		Stereo
Speaker Relocation
Automatic Phase Matching
Audyssey App Support
Optimized Bass Redirection
Bass Sync

VIDEO FEATURES	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
HDR10
HDR10+
Dynamic HDR
BT.2020 color space
Dolby Vision
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
HDMI Version		2.1
HDBaseT Compatible
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
HDCP Version	2.2	2.3
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 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
Video Signal Upscaling	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
Analog To HDMI Upconversion	Component, Composite	Composite
Component Video Upscaling
Analog to Analog Video conversion
Component Video Maximum Resolution	1080p
isf Certified Calibration Control

CONNECTIVITY	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth	SBC	SBC, AAC, LDAC
Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
Works with Amazon Alexa
Google Assistant
Chromecast Built-In
Works with SonoS
HEOS
DTS Play-Fi
MHL Input
DLNA 1.5
Music Connect
Remote Monitoring with ihiji
OvrC Compatible
AirPlay	AirPlay 2	AirPlay 2
Apple Product Connection	iPod, iPhone and iPad
Remote App	Denon 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices and Kindle Fire
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue

TERMINALS	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
HDMI Inputs	8 (1 front)	7 (1 front)
HDMI Outputs	3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)	2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
8K Inputs		4
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	1 Front for USB memory
USB DC Out Port
Optical Inputs	2	2
Optical Outputs
Coaxial Inputs	2	1
RCA Line Inputs	7	4
RCA Line Outputs
XLR Line Inputs
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input	7.1
RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	13.2
XLR Pre-outs
Composite Video Inputs	4	2
Composite Video Outputs	1	1
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs	3
Component Video Outputs	1
Ethernet
Ethernet Switch
PC In
Front A/V Inputs	HDMI, USB	HDMI, USB
Speaker A/B	assignable
Headphone Out	6.3 mm (1/4")
Detachable Power Cord

ZONES	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
Number of Zones	3	3
Powered Zones	2 and 3	2 and 3
Zone 2 Outs	HDMI, Composite, Pre Out	HDMI, Composite video, Pre Out
Zone 3 Outs	Pre Out, Composite	Pre/Line Out
RS-232C Interface
+12V Trigger Output	2	3
Remote (IR) Input/Output	1 / 1	1 / 2

MISCELLANEOUS	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
On-Screen Display	Advanced Graphic User Interface	Graphical User Interface
GUI Languages	9	3
Web Control
IP Control
Control4 SDDP
PreAmp Mode
Display	2 lines
Remote Controller	RC-1221	RMT-AA511U
Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display	/ /
Denon Link HD
Setup Assistant
Quick Select plus / Quick Select	/

RADIO	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
Analog Tuner		FM
Presets		30
Digital Radio
Internet Radio	TuneIn	TuneIn & iHeart Radio
Pandora
Spotify
Tidal
Deezer
Napster
SiriusXM

CONSTRUCTION	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
Front Panel	Metal
Speaker Terminals	15	13
Large Speaker Terminals	15	13
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
High Grade Audio Components
Gold plated RCA terminals

POWER	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
Power Supply	AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz	AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption	900 W	540 W
No Sound Power	ECO On/Off: 70 W/125 W
Standby Power	0.1 W	0.5 W
ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
Auto Power off

PHYSICAL	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
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")	430 mm x 194 mm x 440 mm 17" x 7-3/4" x 17-3/8"
Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)	569 mm x 328 mm x 539 mm
Weight	23.3 kg (51 lbs 6 oz)	21.8 kg (48 lb)

SPECIFICATIONS	Denon AVC-X8500H	Sony STR-AZ7000ES
Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	150 W (0.05% THD)	140 W (0.09% THD)
Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)		150 W (0.9% THD)
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	190 W (0.7% THD)
Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)	260 W (10% THD)
Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)	210 W (1% THD)
Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)	280 W x 2-channel
Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)	170 W x 2-channel
THD		0.09%
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)
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)	200 mV/47 kΩ
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)	2.5 mV
Rated Lineout Level and Impedance	1.2 V
Rated Output digital	2 V (at 0 dB playback)
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)	102 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)	10 Hz - 100 kHz, ±3 dB (with sound field, equalizer and 360SSM bypassed)
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, 5.6 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 (Composite)
Video Frequency Response	5 Hz to 60 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Component) 5 Hz to 10 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Composite)
Ethernet Standard	100BASE-TX	1000BASE-T
Wi-Fi Standard	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency	5 GHz, 2.4 GHz	5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
Bluetooth Version	3․0 + EDR	5․0
Bluetooth Frequency	2.4 GHz	2.4 GHz
USB Terminal	USB2.0 5V, 1 A	Type A, Ver. 2.0, 5 V, 1 A
FM Frequency		87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
Warranty	3 Years	5 Years

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