Denon AVR-X6800H vs Denon AVR-X8500HA

Here we are comparing Denon AVR-X6800H to Denon AVR-X8500HA 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-X6800H has 11 channel and the Denon AVR-X8500HA has 13 channel amplifiers with Denon AVR-X6800H's being less powerful.

Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Denon AVR-X6800H was introduced in 2024. 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 13.4 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro 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.	Denon AVR-X8500HA was introduced in 2021 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 13 channel amplifier with 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 13.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro and Auro-3D, passes 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-X6800H and Denon AVR-X8500HA and gave them scores of 95 and 96 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

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

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVR-X6800H over Denon AVR-X8500HA.

	Denon AVR-X6800H	vs	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Dolby Atmos Music		vs
More Advanced Auto Speaker Calibration System	Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and Dirac Live (upgrade)	vs	Audyssey MultEQ XT32
More 8K Inputs	7	vs	1
+12V Trigger Output	3	vs	2
Lower THD (Digital)	0.005% (1 kHz, at 0 dB)	vs	0.008% (1 kHz, at 0 dB)
Lower Analog Distortion	0.004% (20 Hz-20 kHz, Direct mode)	vs	0.005% (20 Hz-20 kHz, Direct mode)
Higher S/N Ratio (digital)	104 dB	vs	102 dB
Higher Dynamic Range (digital)	104 dB	vs	100 dB
Wi-Fi Standard	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac	vs	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
Newer Bluetooth Version	5․4	vs	4․2

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVR-X8500HA over Denon AVR-X6800H.

	Denon AVR-X6800H	vs	Denon AVR-X8500HA
More Channels	11.4	vs	13.2
Higher Power Output	140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	vs	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
More HDMI Inputs	7	vs	8
Multi-Channel Input		vs	7.1
More RCA Pre-Outs	13.4	vs	15.2
More Composite Video Inputs	2	vs	4
More Composite Video Outputs		vs	1
More Component Video Inputs	1	vs	3
More Component Video Outputs		vs	1
Front A/V Inputs	USB	vs	HDMI, USB
Zone 2 Outs	HDMI, Pre Out	vs	HDMI, Composite, Pre Out
Zone 3 Outs	Pre Out	vs	Pre Out, Composite
Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display	/ /	vs	/ /
Denon Link HD		vs
More Speaker Terminals	13	vs	15
More Large Speaker Terminals	13	vs	15
Bigger Power Supply	750 W	vs	900 W
Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	140 W (0.05% THD)	vs	150 W (0.05% THD)
Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	175 W (0.7% THD)	vs	190 W (0.7% THD)
Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA)	250 W (10% THD)	vs	260 W (10% THD)
Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)	205 W (1% THD)	vs	210 W (1% THD)
Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 4 Ω, Front)	250 W x 2-channel	vs	280 W x 2-channel
Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 8 Ω, Front)	160 W x 2-channel	vs	170 W x 2-channel

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-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Many Channels	11.4	13.2
High Power Output	140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Front Wide Channel Support
Channel Processing	13.4	13.2
Dolby Atmos	up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4	up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4	Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
IMAX Enhanced
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer	13.1-ch (Built-In)	13.1-ch (Built-In)
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)	Audyssey MultEQ XT32
HDR10
HDR10+
Dolby Vision
HDMI Version	2.1	2.1
eARC
New HDCP Version	2.3	2.3
Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
VRR
QFT
8K Passthrough	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4	up 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
Analog To HDMI Upconversion	Component**, Composite	Component, Composite
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth	SBC	SBC
Works with Amazon Alexa
Google Assistant
HEOS
Many HDMI Inputs	7	8
Many HDMI Outputs	3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)	3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	1 Front for USB memory
Many RCA Line Inputs	6	6
Phono Input
RCA Pre-Outs	13.4	15.2
Composite Video Inputs	2	4
Component Video Inputs	1	3
Ethernet
Zones	3	3
Analog Tuner	FM/AM	FM/AM
Pandora
Spotify
Tidal

WEAKNESSES	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
No Digital Radio

Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
11 channel Monolithic Amplifier: Denon AVR-X6800H features 11 channel power amplifier with Monolithic design. It is rated at 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.	13 channel Monolithic Amplifier: Denon AVR-X8500HA features 13 channel power amplifier with Monolithic design. It is rated at 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

AMPLIFIER	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Channels	11.4	13.2
Power Output	140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Front Wide Channel Support
Amplifier Design	Monolithic	Monolithic
Discrete Amplification
THX™ Certification
Continuous 6 Ω Rated
Certified 4 Ω Performance
Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction		L/R separated
Bi-amp Capability	5-ch (assignable)	5-ch (assignable)

Denon AVR-X6800H's and Denon AVR-X8500HA's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

• Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
Denon AVR-X6800H: 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 5.4.6, 7.4.2, 7.4.4, 9.4.2 with internal amplifier and 7.4.6, 9.4.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
Denon AVR-X8500HA: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.6, 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 7.2.6, 9.2.2, 9.2.4 with internal amplifier.
• DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
Denon AVR-X6800H: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 5.4.6, 7.4.2, 7.4.4, 9.4.2 with internal amplifier and 7.4.6, 9.4.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
Denon AVR-X8500HA: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.6, 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 7.2.6, 9.2.2, 9.2.4 with internal amplifier.
• Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
Denon AVR-X6800H: 5.4, 7.4, 9.4 with internal amplifier.
Denon AVR-X8500HA: 5.2, 7.2, 9.2 with internal amplifier.
• Front Wide Channel support: With the presence of two front wide speakers you can enhance the front surround stage. The following speaker configurations are available for front wide channels:
Denon AVR-X6800H: 9.4, 9.4.2, 9.4.4.
Denon AVR-X8500HA: 9.2, 9.2.2, 9.2.4.
• 5-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are able to bi-amp up to 5 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

Dolby Atmos

Denon AVR-X6800H and Denon AVR-X8500HA 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-X6800H and Denon AVR-X8500HA support DTS:X.

• DTS:X Pro: Both models also support DTS:X Pro which is an upgraded version of DTS:X and is no longer limited with 11 channel processing.
• DTS Neural:X: Both models feature DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
• DTS Virtual:X: Both models feature DTS Virtual:X which bridges the gap between DTS:X codec and the reality of so many consumers' homes, allowing you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound regardless of room size, layout, or speaker configuration. If you have a limited speaker setup you will miss a full immersive potential of your entertainment system. DTS Virtual:X adds height and surround audio effect to your system without adding height speakers. It works with multiple configurations and delivers immersive sound experience out of 5.1 or even 2.1 speaker layouts.
• DTS Dialog Control: 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

Denon AVR-X6800H and Denon AVR-X8500HA support Auro-3D.

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

IMAX Enhanced

Denon AVR-X6800H and Denon AVR-X8500HA 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-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Dolby Atmos	up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4	up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Digital EX
Surround EX
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4	Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
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	13.1-ch (Built-In)	13.1-ch (Built-In)

Denon AVR-X6800H comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 3 outputs - 2 x 8K for MAIN and 1 x 4K for ZONE2.

Denon AVR-X8500HA comes with 1 HDMI 2.1 input with 8K support and 7 inputs with 4K support. It has 3 outputs - 2 x 8K for MAIN and 1 x 4K for ZONE2.

• 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Denon AVR-X6800H: All inputs pass up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
  8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Denon AVR-X8500HA: 1 out of 8 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 Upscaling: Both receivers can upscale up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
• Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Both receivers support analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
• BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on both models).
• HDCP 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-X6800H and Denon AVR-X8500HA 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-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
HDR10
HDR10+
Dynamic HDR
BT.2020 color space
Dolby Vision
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
HDMI Version	2.1	2.1
HDBaseT Compatible
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
HDCP Version	2.3	2.3
QMS (Quick Media Switching)
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
QFT (Quick Frame transport)
3-D Ready
Video Signal Passthrough	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4	up 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

TERMINALS	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
HDMI Inputs	7	8
HDMI Outputs	3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)	3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
8K Inputs	7	1
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	1 Front for USB memory
USB DC Out Port	5 V, 1.5 A
Optical Inputs	2	2
Optical Outputs
Coaxial Inputs	2	2
RCA Line Inputs	6	6
RCA Line Outputs
XLR Line Inputs
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input		7.1
RCA Pre-Outs	13.4	15.2
XLR Pre-outs
Composite Video Inputs	2	4
Composite Video Outputs		1
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs	1	3
Component Video Outputs		1

GENERAL	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Brand	Denon	Denon
Model	AVR-X6800H	AVR-X8500HA
Type	A/V Receiver	A/V Receiver
Country	USA	USA
Release Year	2024	2021
Predecessor	Denon AVR-X6700H	Denon AVR-X8500H
Successor		Denon AVR-A1H

AMPLIFIER	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Channels	11.4	13.2
Power Output	140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Front Wide Channel Support
Amplifier Design	Monolithic	Monolithic
Discrete Amplification
THX™ Certification
Continuous 6 Ω Rated
Certified 4 Ω Performance
Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction		L/R separated
Bi-amp Capability	5-ch (assignable)	5-ch (assignable)

AUDIO FEATURES	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine		Two dual SHARC+ core 32-bit DSP
DAC		AKM AK4490EQ
DAC Specs		384 kHz/32 Bit
Maximum Channel Processing	13.4	13.2
D.D.S.C. HD Digital	32 bit	32 bit
Alpha Processing	AL32 Processing Multichannel	AL32 Processing Multichannel
Air Studios Monitor Certification
Dolby Atmos	up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4	up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Digital EX
Surround EX
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4	Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
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	13.1-ch (Built-In)	13.1-ch (Built-In)
360 Reality Audio
PCM	2-ch/Multi-ch Input	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
Network Audio Formats	MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD	MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
Music Playback via USB	MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD	MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 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 USB	Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD	Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
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
Compressed Music Enhancer
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-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.	Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and Dirac Live (upgrade)	Audyssey MultEQ XT32
Audyssey App Support
Optimized Bass Redirection
Bass Sync

VIDEO FEATURES	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
HDR10
HDR10+
Dynamic HDR
BT.2020 color space
Dolby Vision
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
HDMI Version	2.1	2.1
HDBaseT Compatible
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
HDCP Version	2.3	2.3
QMS (Quick Media Switching)
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
QFT (Quick Frame transport)
3-D Ready
Video Signal Passthrough	up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4	up 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	Component**, Composite	Component, Composite
Component Video Upscaling
Analog to Analog Video conversion
Component Video Maximum Resolution	480i/576i	1080p
isf Certified Calibration Control

CONNECTIVITY	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth	SBC	SBC
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	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
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue

TERMINALS	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
HDMI Inputs	7	8
HDMI Outputs	3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)	3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
8K Inputs	7	1
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	1 Front for USB memory
USB DC Out Port	5 V, 1.5 A
Optical Inputs	2	2
Optical Outputs
Coaxial Inputs	2	2
RCA Line Inputs	6	6
RCA Line Outputs
XLR Line Inputs
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input		7.1
RCA Pre-Outs	13.4	15.2
XLR Pre-outs
Composite Video Inputs	2	4
Composite Video Outputs		1
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs	1	3
Component Video Outputs		1
Ethernet
Ethernet Switch
PC In
Front A/V Inputs	USB	HDMI, USB
Speaker A/B	assignable	assignable
Headphone Out	6.3 mm (1/4")	6.3 mm (1/4")
Detachable Power Cord

ZONES	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Number of Zones	3	3
Powered Zones	2 and 3	2 and 3
Zone 2 Outs	HDMI, Pre Out	HDMI, Composite, Pre Out
Zone 3 Outs	Pre Out	Pre Out, Composite
RS-232C Interface
+12V Trigger Output	3	2
Remote (IR) Input/Output	1 / 1	1 / 1

MISCELLANEOUS	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
On-Screen Display	Advanced Graphic User Interface	Advanced Graphic User Interface
GUI Languages	3	3
Web Control
IP Control
Control4 SDDP
PreAmp Mode
Display	2 lines FLD	2 lines
Remote Controller	RC-1256	RC-1221
Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display	/ /	/ /
Denon Link HD
Setup Assistant
Quick Select plus / Quick Select	/	/

RADIO	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Analog Tuner	FM/AM	FM/AM
Digital Radio
Internet Radio	TuneIn	TuneIn
Pandora
Spotify
Tidal
Deezer
Napster
SiriusXM

CONSTRUCTION	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Front Panel	Metal	Metal
Speaker Terminals	13	15
Large Speaker Terminals	13	15
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
High Grade Audio Components
Gold plated RCA terminals

POWER	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Power Supply	AC 120 V, 60 Hz	AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption	750 W	900 W
No Sound Power	ECO On/Off: 65 W/110 W	ECO On/Off: 70 W/125 W
Standby Power	0.1 W	0.1 W
ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
Auto Power off

PHYSICAL	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Dimensions (W x H x D)	434 mm x 167 mm x 379 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 237 mm x 389 mm) 17.1" x 6.6" x 14.9" (with antenna: 17.1" x 9.3" x 15.3")	434 mm x 195 mm x 482 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 259 mm x 482 mm) 17-1/8" x 7-3/4" x 18-3/4" (with antenna up: 17-1/8" x 10-1/4" x 18-3/4")
Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)	531 mm x 303 mm x 465 mm 20.9" x 11.9" x 18.3"	22.4" x 12.9" x 21.2"
Weight	15.6 kg (34.4 lbs)	23.6 kg (52 lbs)
Weight of Package	18.2 kg (40.1 lbs)	26.9 kg

SPECIFICATIONS	Denon AVR-X6800H	Denon AVR-X8500HA
Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	140 W (0.05% THD)	150 W (0.05% THD)
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	175 W (0.7% THD)	190 W (0.7% THD)
Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)	250 W (10% THD)	260 W (10% THD)
Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)	205 W (1% THD)	210 W (1% THD)
Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)	250 W x 2-channel	280 W x 2-channel
Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)	160 W x 2-channel	170 W x 2-channel
THD (Digital)	0.005% (1 kHz, at 0 dB)	0.008% (1 kHz, at 0 dB)
Analog Distortion	0.004% (20 Hz-20 kHz, Direct mode)	0.005% (20 Hz-20 kHz, Direct mode)
Phono Distortion	0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)	0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)	200 mV/47 kΩ	200 mV/47 kΩ
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)	2.5 mV	2.5 mV
Rated Lineout Level and Impedance	1.2 V	1.2 V
Rated Output digital	2 V (at 0 dB playback)	2 V (at 0 dB playback)
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)	102 dB	102 dB
S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)	74 dB	74 dB
S/N Ratio (digital)	104 dB	102 dB
Dynamic Range (digital)	104 dB	100 dB
Phono RIAA Deviation	±1 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)	±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 HDMI	2.8 MHz	2.8 MHz
DSD Sampling Rates via USB	5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz	5.6 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)	1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y) 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR) 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
Video Frequency Response	5 Hz to 60 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Component)	5 Hz to 60 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Component) 5 Hz to 10 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Composite)
Ethernet Standard	100BASE-TX	100BASE-TX
Wi-Fi Standard	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency	5 GHz, 2.4 GHz	5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
Bluetooth Version	5․4	4․2
Bluetooth Frequency	2.4 GHz	2.4 GHz
USB Terminal	USB2.0 5V, 1 A	USB2.0 5V, 1 A
FM Frequency	87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz	87.5 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 Sensitivity	1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)	1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
FM S/N Ratio	Mono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB	Mono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB
FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)	Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%	Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%
AM Frequency	520 kHz - 1710 kHz	520 kHz - 1710 kHz
AM Effective Sensitivity	18 µV	18 µV
Warranty	3 Years	3 Years

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