Denon AVR-X2300W vs Marantz SR8012

      Denon AVR-X2300W

      Marantz SR8012
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      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 95 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet

      Highlights

      • 11.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Auro 3D
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Denon AVR-X2300W
      4. Advantage of Marantz SR8012
      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-X2300W to Marantz SR8012 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-X2300W has 7 channel and the Marantz SR8012 has 11 channel amplifiers with Denon AVR-X2300W's being less powerful.


      Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012

      Denon AVR-X2300W was introduced in 2016. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 95 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 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4 video signal.

      Marantz SR8012 was introduced in 2017 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 11 channel amplifier with 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      We evaluated Denon AVR-X2300W and Marantz SR8012 and gave them scores of 86 and 94 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-X2300W

      Marantz SR8012

      Amplifier
      87
      Amplifier
      94
      Audio Features
      84
      Audio Features
      93
      Video Features
      95
      Video Features
      95
      Connectivity
      80
      Connectivity
      92
      Zones
      78
      Zones
      93
      Radio
      87
      Radio
      96
      OVERALL
      86
      OVERALL
      94

      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-X2300W and Marantz SR8012.

      PROS

      Denon AVR-X2300W

      Marantz SR8012

      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Spotify
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   HEOS
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   Multi-Channel Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Toroidal Transformer

      CONS

      Denon AVR-X2300W

      Marantz SR8012

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Tidal
      •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR


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

      AVERAGE

      Denon AVR-X2300W

      Marantz SR8012

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 95 W
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   2 Zones

      3. Advantage of Denon AVR-X2300W

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVR-X2300W over Marantz SR8012.

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      Denon AVR-X2300W vs Marantz SR8012
      Network Audio Formats MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD vs MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD vs MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD vs Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through vs
      More GUI Languages 9 vs 3
      Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS vs FM/AM

      4. Advantage of Marantz SR8012

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Marantz SR8012 over Denon AVR-X2300W.

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      Denon AVR-X2300W vs Marantz SR8012
      More Channels 7.2 vs 11.2
      Higher Power Output 95 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Higher DAC Specs 192 kHz/24 Bit vs 768 kHz/32 Bit
      More Channel Processing 7.1 vs 11.2
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      IMAX Enhanced vs
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer vs Built-In
      DSD via HDMI vs 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Jitter Reduction vs
      Audyssey LFC vs
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT vs
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs vs
      More Advanced Auto Speaker Calibration System Audyssey MultEQ XT vs Audyssey MultEQ XT32
      Bass Sync vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4 vs up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      HEOS vs
      AirPlay AirPlay vs AirPlay 2
      More HDMI Outputs 2 (simultaneous) vs 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs vs 2
      More RCA Line Inputs 4 vs 7 (1 front)
      Phono Input vs
      Multi-Channel Input vs 7.1
      More RCA Pre-Outs 0.2 vs 11.2
      More Composite Video Inputs 2 vs 5 (1 front)
      More Component Video Inputs 2 vs 3
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI, USB vs HDMI, USB, Composite, L/R Audio
      More Zones 2 vs 3
      More Powered Zones 2 vs 2 and 3
      Zone 2 Outs Pre Out vs HDMI, Component, Composite, Pre Out
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output vs 2
      Display 1 line vs 2 lines + port hole
      Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / / vs / /
      Pandora vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Napster vs
      More Speaker Terminals 7 vs 11
      More Large Speaker Terminals 7 vs 11
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals vs
      Gold plated RCA terminals vs
      Bigger Power Supply 500 W vs 780 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 95 W (0.08% THD) vs 140 W (0.05% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 125 W (0.7% THD) vs 175 W (0.7% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC) 150 W (1% THD) vs 205 W (1% THD)
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 100 dB vs 102 dB
      Wi-Fi Standard IEEE 802.11 b/g/n vs IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
      Newer Bluetooth Version 2․1 + EDR vs 3․0 + EDR
      Wider AM Frequency Range 522 kHz - 1611 kHz vs 520 kHz - 1710 kHz

      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-X2300W Marantz SR8012
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2 up to 7.1.4
        DTS:X up to 5.1.2 up to 7.1.4
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT Audyssey MultEQ XT32
        HDR10
        Dolby Vision
        New HDCP Version2.22.2
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite Component, Composite
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC SBC
        Many HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        USB Input1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory1 (Front) for USB memory
        Composite Video Inputs25 (1 front)
        Component Video Inputs23
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM
        Spotify
      WEAKNESSES Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        No HDR10+
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Digital Radio
        Old Bluetooth Version2․1 + EDR3․0 + EDR

      6. Amplifier

      Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012

      7 channel Amplifier: Denon AVR-X2300W features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 95 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      11 channel Amplifier: Marantz SR8012 features 11 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.
      • Current Feedback Topology: Marantz SR8012 features Current Feedback Topology which is a well known, Marantz’ original circuit technology. The Current Feedback amplifier technology fits perfectly with the high requirements set for Super Audio software providing wide-bandwidth, high-speed reproduction. The impedance at the Current Feedback point is limited resulting in a very low phase shift. Marantz receivers and amplifiers equipped with Current Feedback can keep the phase compensation via Negative FeedBack (NFB) to a minimum, resulting in high through-rate, excellent transient response and superb sonic transparency for the full bandwidth. Unlike conventional Voltage Feedback amplification, the Current Feedback amplification makes the power amplifier in-sensitive to difficult loudspeaker loads.
      • HDAM (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module): Marantz SR8012 features exclusive Marantz HDAM (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module) technology found on their Reference Series components. Marantz developed its own discrete circuit boards to replace standard IC's. These HDAM's consist of discrete surface mount components with short mirror image L/R signal paths. Those devices are doing exactly the same thing as the Op-Amps, but outperform the regular IC Op-amps dramatically in terms of the Slew Rate and reduced noise level, resulting in a much more dynamic, accurate and detailed sound. Over the years Marantz developed different types of the HDAM to improve quality and to fit to the special requirements of a product category like CD or amplifier.
      • Toroidal Transformer: Marantz SR8012 has a toroidal transformer which in general costs several times more than a regular C-core transformer and radiates less electromagnetic noise outside its donut shaped core.


      AMPLIFIER Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      Channels7.211.2
      Power Output95 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
      Bi-amp Capability assignable assignable

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      Denon AVR-X2300W's and Marantz SR8012's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
      • Denon AVR-X2300W: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Marantz SR8012: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
      • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
      • Denon AVR-X2300W: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Marantz SR8012: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
      • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
      • Denon AVR-X2300W: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Marantz SR8012: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are able to bi-amp up to 2 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

      8. Immersive Audio Formats

      Dolby Atmos

      Denon AVR-X2300W and Marantz SR8012 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.

      DTS:X

      Denon AVR-X2300W and Marantz SR8012 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: Denon AVR-X2300W supports DTS Virtual:X which bridges the gap between DTS:X codec and the reality of so many consumers' homes, allowing you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound regardless of room size, layout, or speaker configuration. If you have a limited speaker setup you will miss a full immersive potential of your entertainment system. DTS Virtual:X adds height and surround audio effect to your system without adding height speakers. It works with multiple configurations and delivers immersive sound experience out of 5.1 or even 2.1 speaker layouts.
      • DTS Dialog Control: Both models have DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.

      Auro-3D

      Marantz SR8012 supports Auro-3D.

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

      IMAX Enhanced

      Marantz SR8012 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 AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2 up to 7.1.4
      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 up to 5.1.2 up to 7.1.4
      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 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer Built-In

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      9. HDMI

      Denon AVR-X2300W comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

      Marantz SR8012 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2.

      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
      • 4K Upscaling on Denon AVR-X2300W: It can upscale up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
        4K Upscaling on Marantz SR8012: It can upscale up to 4K 50/60Hz 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 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)

      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)

      Marantz SR8012 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 AVR-X2300W supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



      VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.22.2
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4 up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Marantz SR8012 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
      • 7.1 Multichannel Input: In case you have a high quality Blu-Ray or a DVD player with multichannel analog outputs you may connect it to a 7.1 multichannel analog inputs of Marantz SR8012 and use high quality DACs of the player instead of the ones in the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: Marantz SR8012 has 11.2 preamplifier outputs which allows you to connect the receiver to the external power amplifier. 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.
      • Analog Line Inputs: There are 4 pair of line inputs on Denon AVR-X2300W and 7 pair of line inputs on Marantz SR8012 for connecting sources with analog outputs.
      • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs are available on Denon AVR-X2300W and 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Marantz SR8012 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-X2300W
        Inputs:         8 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (simultaneous)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Marantz SR8012
        Inputs:         8 (1 front)   Outputs: 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Denon AVR-X2300W
        Inputs:         2   Outputs: 1.
      • Marantz SR8012
        Inputs:         5   Outputs: 1.
      • 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.
      • Marantz SR8012 supports up to 1080p resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Denon AVR-X2300W
        Inputs:         2   Outputs: 1.
      • Marantz SR8012
        Inputs:         3   Outputs: 1.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Denon AVR-X2300W: HDMI, USB
      • Marantz SR8012: HDMI, USB, Composite, L/R Audio

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      TERMINALS Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)8 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 (simultaneous)3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory1 (Front) for USB memory
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs22
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs2
      RCA Line Inputs47 (1 front)
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs0.211.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs25 (1 front)
      Composite Video Outputs11
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs23
      Component Video Outputs11

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Denon AVR-X2300W and Marantz SR8012 and gave them scores of 86 and 94 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-X2300W

      Marantz SR8012

      OVERALL
      86
      OVERALL
      94

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 95 W
      EXCELLENT
      94
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   Toroidal Transformer

      Audio Features

      GOOD
      84
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      EXCELLENT
      93
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI

      Video Features

      EXCELLENT
      95
      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      EXCELLENT
      95
      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

      Connectivity

      GOOD
      80
      •   No eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   HEOS
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   Multi-Channel Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR

      Zones

      GOOD
      78
      •   2 Zones
      EXCELLENT
      93
      •   3 Zones

      Radio

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   No Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   No Tidal
      EXCELLENT
      96
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      BrandDenonMarantz
      ModelAVR-X2300WSR8012
      TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
      CountryUKUSA
      Release Year20162017
      PredecessorDenon AVR-X2200W
      SuccessorDenon AVR-X2400H Marantz SR8015
      AMPLIFIER Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      Channels7.211.2
      Power Output95 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
      Current Feedback Topology
      Discrete Amplification
      HDAM
      THX™ Certification
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction
      Bi-amp Capability assignable assignable
      AUDIO FEATURES Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineAdvanced quad-core 32-bit DSP processors
      DACAKM AK4458
      DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit768 kHz/32 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing7.111.2
      D.D.S.C. HD Digital
      Alpha Processing
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2 up to 7.1.4
      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 up to 5.1.2 up to 7.1.4
      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 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer Built-In
      PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSDMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSDMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz up to 192 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSDApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      Gapless Playback
      DSD via HDMI 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
      Compressed Music Enhancer MDAX2
      High-resolution Music Enhancer
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume
      Audyssey LFC
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT
      Audyssey DSX
      Direct Mode
      Pure Direct Mode
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs
      CALIBRATION Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT Audyssey MultEQ XT32
      Audyssey App Support
      Optimized Bass Redirection
      Bass Sync
      VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.22.2
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4 up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite Component, Composite
      Component Video Upscaling
      Analog to Analog Video conversion
      Component Video Maximum Resolution1080p
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth SBC, AAC SBC
      Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Chromecast Built-In
      Works with SonoS
      HEOS
      DTS Play-Fi
      MHL Input
      DLNA 1.5
      Domotz Pro Compatible
      Remote Monitoring with ihiji
      OvrC Compatible
      AirPlay AirPlay AirPlay 2
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad
      Remote App Denon 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices and Kindle Fire Marantz 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)8 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 (simultaneous)3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory1 (Front) for USB memory
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs22
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs2
      RCA Line Inputs47 (1 front)
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs0.211.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs25 (1 front)
      Composite Video Outputs11
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs23
      Component Video Outputs11
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsHDMI, USBHDMI, USB, Composite, L/R Audio
      Speaker A/B assignable assignable
      Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      Flasher In
      Remote Control In/Out1 / 1
      ZONES Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      Number of Zones23
      Powered Zones 2 2 and 3
      Zone 2 OutsPre OutHDMI, Component, Composite, Pre Out
      Zone 3 OutsPre Out
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output2
      Remote (IR) Input/Output0 / 0
      MISCELLANEOUS Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User Interface Advanced Graphic User Interface
      GUI Languages93
      Web Control
      IP Control
      Control4 SDDP
      Display 1 line 2 lines + port hole
      Remote ControllerRC-1192RC038SR
      Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / / / /
      Denon Link HD
      Setup Assistant
      Quick Select plus / Quick Select /
      RADIO Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM
      Digital Radio
      Internet Radio vTuner TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      ChassisCopper Platted
      Front Panelnot MetalMetal
      Speaker Terminals711
      Large Speaker Terminals711
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      High Grade Audio Components
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      Power SupplyAC 230 V, 50/60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      Toroidal Transformer
      Power Consumption500 W780 W
      No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 35 W/75 WECO On/Off: 65 W/110 W
      Standby Power0.1 W0.2 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power off
      PHYSICAL Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      Dimensions (W x H x D)434 mm x 167 mm x 339 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 235 mm x 339 mm)440 mm x 185 mm x 460 mm (with antenna: 440 mm x 248 mm x 460 mm)
      17-3/8" x 7-3/8" x 18-1/8" (with antenna: 17-3/8" x 9-7/8" x 18-1/8")
      Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)21" x 12" x 21"
      Weight9.4 kg (20 lbs 12 oz)17.4 kg (38 lbs 6 oz)
      Weight of Package45.35 lbs
      SPECIFICATIONS Denon AVR-X2300W Marantz SR8012
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)95 W (0.08% THD)140 W (0.05% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)125 W (0.7% THD)175 W (0.7% THD)
      Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)185 W (10% THD)
      Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)150 W (1% THD)205 W (1% THD)
      THD (Digital)0.008% (1 kHz, at 0 dB)
      Analog Distortion0.005% (20 Hz-20 kHz, Direct mode)
      Phono Distortion0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)2.5 mV
      Rated Preout Level and Impedance1.2 V
      Rated Output digital2 V (at 0 dB playback)
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)100 dB102 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)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
      DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz5.6 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 (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 - 60 MHz, 0, -3 dB (Component)
      5 Hz - 10 MHz, 0, -3 dB (Composite)
      Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX100BASE-TX
      Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 b/g/nIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
      Bluetooth Version2․1 + EDR3․0 + EDR
      Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
      USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 AUSB2.0 5V, 1 A
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz87.5 MHz - 107.9 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)1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
      FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dBMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB
      FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%
      AM Frequency522 kHz - 1611 kHz520 kHz - 1710 kHz
      AM Effective Sensitivity18 µV18 µV
      Warranty3 Years3 Years

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

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