Denon AVR-S960H vs Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB

      Denon AVR-S960H

      Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
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      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 90 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

      • 5.2 Channels
      • 5.1 Channel Processing
      • 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1a
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Bluetooth

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Denon AVR-S960H
      4. Advantage of Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
      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 AVR-S960H to Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB 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 AVR-S960H has 7 channel and the Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB has 5 channel amplifiers.


      Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB

      Denon AVR-S960H was introduced in 2020. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 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 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB was introduced in 2023. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 5.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K video signal.

      We evaluated Denon AVR-S960H and Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB and gave them scores of 89 and 80 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 AVR-S960H

      Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB

      Amplifier
      87
      Amplifier
      82
      Audio Features
      85
      Audio Features
      83
      Video Features
      99
      Video Features
      99
      Connectivity
      87
      Connectivity
      66
      Zones
      77
      Zones
      64
      Radio
      96
      Radio
      50
      OVERALL
      89
      OVERALL
      80

      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 AVR-S960H and Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB.

      PROS

      Denon AVR-S960H

      Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB

      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   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
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   HEOS
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1a
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   Bluetooth
      •   4 8K Inputs
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Digital Radio
      •   Bluetooth 5․0

      CONS

      Denon AVR-S960H

      Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      •   1 8K Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   Few Channels - 5.2
      •   Low Power Output - 80 W
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   5.1 Channel Processing
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   4 HDMI Inputs
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   No USB Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Ethernet
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal


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

      AVERAGE

      Denon AVR-S960H

      Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 90 W
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   2 Zones
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      •   2 Zones

      3. Advantage of Denon AVR-S960H

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVR-S960H over Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB.

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      Denon AVR-S960H vs Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
      More Channels 7.2 vs 5.2
      Higher Power Output 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      More Channel Processing 7.1 vs 5.1
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs
      Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB up to 192 kHz vs
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 vs 1080p to 4K
      Wi-Fi vs
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs
      Remote Controll App Denon 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices and Kindle Fire vs
      More HDMI Inputs 6 vs 4
      More HDMI Outputs 2 x 8K (simultaneous) vs 1
      USB Input 1 Front for USB memory vs
      More Optical Inputs 2 vs 1
      More RCA Line Inputs 5 vs 3
      Phono Input vs
      More Composite Video Inputs 2 vs
      More Composite Video Outputs 1 vs
      More Component Video Inputs 2 vs
      More Component Video Outputs 1 vs
      Ethernet vs
      Front A/V Inputs USB vs
      More Powered Zones 2 vs
      Analog Tuner FM/AM vs FM with RDS
      Internet Radio TuneIn vs
      Pandora vs
      Spotify vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Napster vs
      SiriusXM vs
      More Speaker Terminals 7 vs 5
      More Large Speaker Terminals 7 vs 2
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) 185 W (10% THD) vs 155 W (10% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC) 145 W (1% THD) vs 135 W (1% THD)
      Wider AM Frequency Range 520 kHz - 1710 kHz vs []
      Longer Warranty 3 Years vs 2 Years
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      7.2 channel

      90 W

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      7.2 channel

      75 W

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      7.2 channel

      100 W

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      7.2 channel

      100 W

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      7.2 channel

      80 W

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      7.2 channel

      95 W

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      7.2 channel

      95 W

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      5.2 channel

      80 W

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      7.2 channel

      80 W

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      7.2 channel

      110 W

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      7.2 channel

      100 W

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      9.2 channel

      150 W

      4. Advantage of Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB over Denon AVR-S960H.

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      Denon AVR-S960H vs Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
      DSD via HDMI vs 2-ch
      More 8K Inputs 1 vs 4
      USB DC Out Port vs
      Zone 2 Outs vs Zone B Line Out
      More GUI Languages 3 vs 9
      Digital Radio vs DAB/DAB+
      Bigger Power Supply 460 W vs 465 W
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 100 dB vs 106 dB
      Newer Bluetooth Version 4․2 vs 5․0
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      11.2 channel

      140 W

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      5.2 channel

      75 W

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      7.2 channel

      80 W

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      7.2 channel

      75 W

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      9.2 channel

      100 W

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      7.2 channel

      100 W

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      7.2 channel

      100 W

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      7.2 channel

      100 W

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      5.2 channel

      70 W

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      5.2 channel

      80 W

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      11.2 channel

      150 W

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      5.2 channel

      80 W

      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 AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        DTS:X up to 5.1.2
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ AccuEQ
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dolby Vision
        HDMI Version2.12.1a
        eARC
        New HDCP Version2.32.3
        Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        VRR
        QFT
        8K Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 8K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)
        Bluetooth SBC SBC, AAC
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM with RDS
      WEAKNESSES Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No IMAX Enhanced
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No RCA Pre-Outs0.20.2

      6. Amplifier

      Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB

      7 channel Amplifier: Denon AVR-S960H features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      5 channel Linear Class A/B Amplifier: Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB features 5 channel power amplifier with Linear 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.


        AMPLIFIER Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        Channels7.25.2
        Power Output90 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
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Denon AVR-S960H's and Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Denon AVR-S960H: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB: 3.1.2 with internal amplifier.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Denon AVR-S960H: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 3.1.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Denon AVR-S960H: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB: 5.2 with internal amplifier.

        8. Immersive Audio Formats

        Dolby Atmos

        Denon AVR-S960H and Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB 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 AVR-S960H and Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB 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: 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: 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.
        AUDIO DECODING Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2
        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 5.1.2
        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

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        9. HDMI 2.1

        Denon AVR-S960H comes with 1 HDMI 2.1 input with 8K support and 5 inputs with 4K support. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

        Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB comes with 4 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 1 output.

        • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Denon AVR-S960H: 1 out of 6 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.
          8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB: All inputs pass up to 8K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4) video signal.
        • 8K Upscaling on Denon AVR-S960H: It can upscale up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI sources.
          4K Upscaling on Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB: It can upscale 1080p to 4K from HDMI sources.
        • 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.
        • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

        HDR (High Dynamic Range)

        Both receivers support HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dynamic HDR 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 AVR-S960H and Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB support Audio Return Channel (ARC) which allows the compatible TV to send audio signal to the a/v receiver through the same HDMI cable which is used to send audio and video signals to the TV. So one HDMI cable is used to transfer audio signal in both directions. New Enhanced ARC will support uncompressed audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio whereas the previous ARC could support only Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS HD, and PCM.


        Gaming Features

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



        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDMI Version2.12.1a
        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)
        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 up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 1080p to 4K

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Denon AVR-S960H with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 5 pair of line inputs on Denon AVR-S960H and 3 pair of line inputs on Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 1 coaxial input are available on Denon AVR-S960H and 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB for digital audio connections.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • Denon AVR-S960H
          Inputs:           6   Outputs: 2 x 8K (simultaneous)
          8K Inputs: 1.
        • Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 4.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Denon AVR-S960H
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.
        • Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
          Inputs:           0   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. resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Denon AVR-S960H
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.
        • Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Denon AVR-S960H: USB
        • Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB: None

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        TERMINALS Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        HDMI Inputs64
        HDMI Outputs2 x 8K (simultaneous)1
        8K Inputs14
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs21
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs11
        RCA Line Inputs53
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.20.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs2
        Component Video Outputs1

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Denon AVR-S960H and Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB and gave them scores of 89 and 80 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 AVR-S960H

        Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB

        OVERALL
        89
        OVERALL
        80

        Amplifier

        EXCELLENT
        87
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Power Output - 90 W
        GOOD
        82
        •   Few Channels - 5.2
        •   Low Power Output - 80 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        85
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   No DSD via HDMI
        GOOD
        83
        •   Few Channels - 5.2
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   5.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   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
        EXCELLENT
        99
        •   HDR10
        •   HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   HDMI 2.1a
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   VRR
        •   QFT
        •   8K Passthrough

        Connectivity

        EXCELLENT
        87
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   HEOS
        •   6 HDMI Inputs
        •   2 HDMI Outputs
        •   1 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2
        AVERAGE
        66
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   No Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   4 HDMI Inputs
        •   1 HDMI Outputs
        •   4 8K Inputs
        •   No USB Input
        •   Few RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   No Composite Video Inputs
        •   No Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 5․0

        Zones

        GOOD
        77
        •   2 Zones
        AVERAGE
        64
        •   2 Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        96
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        POOR
        50
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   No Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        BrandDenonOnkyo
        ModelAVR-S960HTX-SR3100DAB
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryUSAEurope
        Release Year20202023
        PredecessorDenon AVR-S950H Onkyo TX-SR393
        SuccessorDenon AVR-S970H
        AMPLIFIER Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        Channels7.25.2
        Power Output90 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
        Amplifier DesignLinear Class A/B
        Discrete Amplification
        Dynamic Audio Amplification
        Non-Phase Shift Amplifier
        VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry)
        Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Discrete Output Stage Circuitry
        Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction
        Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)
        Bi-amp Capability
        BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging)
        AUDIO FEATURES Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine32-bit Digital Signal Processing Engines
        DACAKM
        Maximum Channel Processing7.15.1
        D.D.S.C. HD Digital
        Alpha Processing
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic
        Dolby Digital EX
        THX Listening Modes
        Surround EX
        DTS:X up to 5.1.2
        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
        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, DSD
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch
        DSD via USB 2-ch Input
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter Reduction
        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 Mode
        Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ AccuEQ
        Audyssey App Support
        Optimized Bass Redirection
        Bass Sync
        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDMI Version2.12.1a
        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)
        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 up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 1080p to 4K
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC SBC, AAC
        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
        Remote App Denon 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices and Kindle Fire
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        HDMI Inputs64
        HDMI Outputs2 x 8K (simultaneous)1
        8K Inputs14
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs21
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs11
        RCA Line Inputs53
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.20.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs2
        Component Video Outputs1
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsUSB
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        uport
        ZONES Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        Number of Zones22
        Powered Zones 2
        Zone 2 OutsZone B Line Out
        Whole House Mode
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output0
        Remote (IR) Input/Output0 / 00 / 0
        MISCELLANEOUS Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User Interface
        GUI Languages39
        Web Control
        IP Control
        Control4 SDDP
        Display 1 line
        Remote ControllerRC-1239
        Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
        Denon Link HD
        Setup Assistant
        Quick Select plus / Quick Select /
        RADIO Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM with RDS
        Presets40
        Digital Radio DAB/DAB+
        Internet Radio TuneIn
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        Front Panelnot Metal
        Speaker Terminals75
        Large Speaker Terminals72
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        High Grade Audio Components
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
        H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply)
        Toroidal Transformer
        Power Consumption460 W465 W
        No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 35 W/75 W
        Standby Power0.1 W0.3 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power off
        PHYSICAL Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        Dimensions (W x H x D)434 mm x 167 mm x 341 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 237 mm x 341 mm)
        17 1/8" x 6 5/8" x 13 1/2" (with antenna: 17 1/8" x 9 3/8" x 13 1/2")        		435 mm x 160 mm x 328 mm
        17-1/8" x 6-5/16" x 12-15/16"
        Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)520 mm x 243 mm x 429 mm
        20.5" x 9.6" x 16.9"        		19.8" x 15.2" x 8.7"
        Weight9.5 kg (20 lbs 15 oz)8.4 kg (18.5 lbs)
        Weight of Package11.5 kg (25.4 lbs)21.32 lbs
        SPECIFICATIONS Denon AVR-S960H Onkyo TX-SR3100DAB
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)90 W (0.08% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)125 W (0.7% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)185 W (10% THD)155 W (10% THD)
        Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)145 W (1% THD)135 W (1% THD)
        THD0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)
        Phono Distortion0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ (1 kHz, 100 W/8 Ω)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)2.5 mV
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance1 V/470 Ω (subwoofer)
        Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance8 Ω - 600 Ω
        Rated Headphone Power Output80 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)100 dB106 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 dB
        Phono RIAA Deviation±1 dB (20-20 kHz)
        Frequency Response (Analog In)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct)
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 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)
        Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 10 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Composite)
        5 Hz to 60 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Component)
        Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version4․25․0
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 A5 V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)
        FM Effective Sensitivity1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
        FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB
        FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%
        AM Frequency520 kHz - 1710 kHz
        AM Effective Sensitivity18 µV
        DAB Freq174.928 MHz - 239.200 MHz (Band III)
        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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