Denon AVR-X3800H vs Sony STR-AZ1000ES

      Denon AVR-X3800H

      Sony STR-AZ1000ES
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      Highlights

      • 9.4 Channels
      • 11.4 Channel Processing
      • 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Auro 3D
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough, 8K Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

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

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Denon AVR-X3800H
      4. Advantage of Sony STR-AZ1000ES
      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-X3800H to Sony STR-AZ1000ES 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-X3800H has 9 channel and the Sony STR-AZ1000ES has 7 channel amplifiers with Denon AVR-X3800H's being more powerful.


      Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES

      Denon AVR-X3800H was introduced in 2022. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.4 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      Sony STR-AZ1000ES was introduced in 2023. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 9.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      We evaluated Denon AVR-X3800H and Sony STR-AZ1000ES and gave them scores of 92 and 88 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-X3800H

      Sony STR-AZ1000ES

      Amplifier
      89
      Amplifier
      84
      Audio Features
      93
      Audio Features
      89
      Video Features
      100
      Video Features
      99
      Connectivity
      89
      Connectivity
      83
      Zones
      84
      Zones
      85
      Radio
      98
      Radio
      86
      OVERALL
      92
      OVERALL
      88

      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-X3800H and Sony STR-AZ1000ES.

      PROS

      Denon AVR-X3800H

      Sony STR-AZ1000ES

      •   11.4 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   8K Upscaling
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   HEOS
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   6 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   9.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   360 Reality Audio
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   8K Upscaling
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   USB Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Bluetooth 5․0

      CONS

      Denon AVR-X3800H

      Sony STR-AZ1000ES

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   Low Power Output - 70 W
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Digital Radio


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

      AVERAGE

      Denon AVR-X3800H

      Sony STR-AZ1000ES

      •   9.4 Channels
      •   Power Output - 105 W
      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   2 Zones
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   2 8K Inputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs

      3. Advantage of Denon AVR-X3800H

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVR-X3800H over Sony STR-AZ1000ES.

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      Denon AVR-X3800H vs Sony STR-AZ1000ES
      More Channels 9.4 vs 7.2
      Higher Power Output 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Higher DAC Specs 384 kHz/32 Bit vs 192 kHz/32 Bit
      More Channel Processing 11.4 vs 9.2
      Dolby Atmos Music vs
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS Express vs
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer Built-In vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      Audyssey LFC vs
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT vs
      HDR10+ vs
      Dynamic HDR vs
      isf Certified Calibration Control vs
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs AirPlay 2
      More HDMI Outputs 3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2) vs 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
      More 8K Inputs 6 vs 2
      More Optical Inputs 2 vs 1
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 2 vs 1
      More RCA Line Inputs 5 vs 4
      Phono Input vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 11.4 vs 0.2
      Zone 2 Outs HDMI, Pre Out vs HDMI
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output 1 vs
      Analog Tuner FM/AM vs FM
      Napster vs
      SiriusXM vs
      More Speaker Terminals 11 vs 7
      More Large Speaker Terminals 11 vs 7
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Bigger Power Supply 660 W vs 240 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 105 W (0.08% THD) vs 70 W (0.09% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 135 W (0.7% THD) vs 110 W (0.9% THD)
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      9.2 channel

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      9.4 channel

      125 W

      Marantz Cinema 50
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      9.4 channel

      110 W

      Onkyo TX-NR7100
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      9.2 channel

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      7.2 channel

      95 W

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      120 W

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      9.4 channel

      105 W

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      7.2 channel

      100 W

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      9.2 channel

      105 W

      4. Advantage of Sony STR-AZ1000ES

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony STR-AZ1000ES over Denon AVR-X3800H.

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      Denon AVR-X3800H vs Sony STR-AZ1000ES
      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, MPEG-4 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
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      Works with SONOS vs
      More Composite Video Inputs vs 2
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 1
      More Zones 2 vs 3
      Newer Bluetooth Version 4․2 vs 5․0
      Longer Warranty 3 Years vs 5 Years
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      7.2 channel

      100 W

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      7.2 channel

      110 W

      Sony STR-AZ3000ES
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      9.2 channel

      110 W

      Yamaha RX-A2A
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      7.2 channel

      100 W

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      7.2 channel

      100 W

      Denon AVR-X2800H
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      7.2 channel

      95 W

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      7.2 channel

      100 W

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      7.2 channel

      100 W

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      9.2 channel

      100 W

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      9.2 channel

      150 W

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      5.2 channel

      80 W

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      7.2 channel

      50 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-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        Channel Processing11.49.2
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 up to 7.1.2 with external amp
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        DTS:X up to 7.1.4 up to 7.1.2 with external amp
        IMAX Enhanced
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and Dirac Live (upgrade) D.C.A.C. IX
        HDR10
        Dolby Vision
        HDMI Version2.12.1
        eARC
        New HDCP Version2.32.3
        Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        VRR
        8K Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
        8K Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC SBC, AAC, LDAC
        Google Assistant
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 Front for USB memory
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
      WEAKNESSES Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES

      9 channel Amplifier: Denon AVR-X3800H features 9 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      7 channel Amplifier: Sony STR-AZ1000ES features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.


        AMPLIFIER Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        Channels9.47.2
        Power Output105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)70 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 assignable

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Denon AVR-X3800H's and Sony STR-AZ1000ES's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Denon AVR-X3800H: 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 7.4.2 with internal amplifier and 7.4.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • Sony STR-AZ1000ES: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier and 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Denon AVR-X3800H: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 7.4.2 with internal amplifier and 7.4.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • Sony STR-AZ1000ES: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier and 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Denon AVR-X3800H: 5.4, 7.4 with internal amplifier.
        • Sony STR-AZ1000ES: 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-X3800H and Sony STR-AZ1000ES 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-X3800H and Sony STR-AZ1000ES 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: Denon AVR-X3800H 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 AVR-X3800H supports Auro-3D.

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

        IMAX Enhanced

        Denon AVR-X3800H and Sony STR-AZ1000ES 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 AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 up to 7.1.2 with external amp
        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 7.1.4 up to 7.1.2 with external amp
        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 2.1

        Denon AVR-X3800H comes with 6 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 3 outputs - 2 x 8K for MAIN and 1 x 4K for ZONE2.

        Sony STR-AZ1000ES comes with 2 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support and 4 inputs with 4K support. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

        • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Denon AVR-X3800H: All inputs pass up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
          8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Sony STR-AZ1000ES: 2 out of 6 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.
        • 8K Upscaling: Both receivers can upscale up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 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)

        Denon AVR-X3800H supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dynamic HDR and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

        Sony STR-AZ1000ES supports 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 AVR-X3800H and Sony STR-AZ1000ES 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 AVR-X3800H supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) Sony STR-AZ1000ES supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDMI Version2.12.1
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.32.3
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Denon AVR-X3800H with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Denon AVR-X3800H has 11.4 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. Also, Denon AVR-X3800H has 11 channel processing but has only 9 channel amplifier and Sony STR-AZ1000ES has 9 channel processing but has only 9 channel amplifier, so they need external amplifiers connected to their analog pre-outs in order to reach their maximum speaker configurations.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 5 pair of line inputs on Denon AVR-X3800H and 4 pair of line inputs on Sony STR-AZ1000ES for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Denon AVR-X3800H and 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Sony STR-AZ1000ES 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-X3800H
          Inputs:           6   Outputs: 3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
          8K Inputs: 6.
        • Sony STR-AZ1000ES
          Inputs:           6   Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
          8K Inputs: 2.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Denon AVR-X3800H
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Sony STR-AZ1000ES
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Denon AVR-X3800H: USB
        • Sony STR-AZ1000ES: USB

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        TERMINALS Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        HDMI Inputs66
        HDMI Outputs3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
        8K Inputs62
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 Front for USB memory
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs21
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs21
        RCA Line Inputs54
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.40.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs
        Component Video Outputs

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Denon AVR-X3800H and Sony STR-AZ1000ES and gave them scores of 92 and 88 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-X3800H

        Sony STR-AZ1000ES

        OVERALL
        92
        OVERALL
        88

        Amplifier

        EXCELLENT
        89
        •   9.4 Channels
        •   Power Output - 105 W
        GOOD
        84
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Low Power Output - 70 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        93
        •   9.4 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   11.4 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   IMAX Enhanced
        •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI
        EXCELLENT
        89
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   9.2 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   360 Reality Audio
        •   DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        100
        •   HDR10
        •   HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   HDMI 2.1
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   VRR
        •   QFT
        •   8K Passthrough
        •   8K Upscaling
        EXCELLENT
        99
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   HDMI 2.1
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   VRR
        •   8K Passthrough
        •   8K Upscaling

        Connectivity

        EXCELLENT
        89
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   HEOS
        •   6 HDMI Inputs
        •   4 HDMI Outputs
        •   6 8K Inputs
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   No Composite Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2
        GOOD
        83
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   Chromecast Built-In
        •   6 HDMI Inputs
        •   3 HDMI Outputs
        •   2 8K Inputs
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 5․0

        Zones

        GOOD
        84
        •   2 Zones
        EXCELLENT
        85
        •   3 Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        98
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        EXCELLENT
        86
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        BrandDenonSony
        SeriesES
        ModelAVR-X3800HSTR-AZ1000ES
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryUSAUSA
        Release Year20222023
        PredecessorDenon AVR-X3700H Sony STR-ZA1100ES
        AMPLIFIER Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        Channels9.47.2
        Power Output105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)70 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
        Bi-amp Capability assignable
        AUDIO FEATURES Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        DACAKM
        DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit192 kHz/32 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing11.49.2
        D.D.S.C. HD Digital
        Alpha Processing
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 up to 7.1.2 with external amp
        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 7.1.4 up to 7.1.2 with external amp
        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
        360 Reality Audio
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDFLAC, AIFF, WAV, DSD, ALAC, MP3, WMA, AAC
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDFLAC, 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 USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDFLAC, 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 AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and Dirac Live (upgrade) D.C.A.C. IX
        Calibration MicrophoneStereo
        Speaker Relocation
        Automatic Phase Matching
        Audyssey App Support
        Optimized Bass Redirection
        Bass Sync
        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDMI Version2.12.1
        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 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC SBC, AAC, LDAC
        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
        Music Connect
        Remote Monitoring with ihiji
        OvrC Compatible
        AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay 2
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad
        Remote App
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        HDMI Inputs66
        HDMI Outputs3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
        8K Inputs62
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 Front for USB memory
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs21
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs21
        RCA Line Inputs54
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.40.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs
        Component Video Outputs
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsUSBUSB
        Speaker A/B assignable
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        ZONES Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        Number of Zones23
        Powered Zones 2 3
        Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Pre OutHDMI
        Zone 3 OutsPre/Line Out
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output1
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 11 / 1
        MISCELLANEOUS Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User Interface Graphical User Interface
        GUI Languages33
        Web Control
        IP Control
        Control4 SDDP
        PreAmp Mode
        Display 1 line
        Remote ControllerRC-1253RMT-AA511U
        Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
        Denon Link HD
        Setup Assistant
        Quick Select plus / Quick Select /
        RADIO Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM
        Presets30
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio TuneIn TuneIn & iHeart Radio
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        Front Panelnot Metal
        Speaker Terminals117
        Large Speaker Terminals117
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        High Grade Audio Components
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Power Consumption660 W240 W
        No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 60 W/100 W
        Standby Power0.1 W0.5 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power off
        PHYSICAL Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        Dimensions (W x H x D)434 mm x 167 mm x 389 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 236 mm x 389 mm)
        17 1/8" x 6 5/8" x 15 3/8" (with antenna: 17 1/8" x 9 3/8" x 15 3/8")        		430 mm x 156 mm x 331 mm
        17" x 6-1/4" x 13-1/8"
        Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)519 mm x 242 mm x 478 mm
        21.2" x 10.1" x 19.0"
        Weight12.5 kg (27.6 lbs)9.3 kg (20 lb 9 oz)
        Weight of Package15.1 kg (33.3 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS Denon AVR-X3800H Sony STR-AZ1000ES
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)105 W (0.08% THD)70 W (0.09% THD)
        Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)100 W (0.9% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)90 W (0.09% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)135 W (0.7% THD)110 W (0.9% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)215 W (10% THD)
        Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)180 W (1% THD)
        THD0.09%
        THD (Digital)0.008% (1 kHz, at 0 dB)
        Analog Distortion0.008% (20 Hz-20 kHz, Direct mode)
        Phono Distortion0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ
        Rated Lineout Level and Impedance1.2 V
        Rated Output digital2 V (at 0 dB playback)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)100 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 HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX1000BASE-T
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/acIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version4․25․0
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 AType A, Ver. 2.0, 5 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)
        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
        Warranty3 Years5 Years

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

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