Denon AVR-X8500H vs Sony STR-ZA3000ES

Here we are comparing Denon AVR-X8500H to Sony STR-ZA3000ES 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-X8500H has 13 channel and the Sony STR-ZA3000ES has 7 channel amplifiers with Denon AVR-X8500H's being more powerful.

Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Denon AVR-X8500H was introduced in 2018 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 13 channel amplifier with 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 13.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro and Auro-3D, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.	Sony STR-ZA3000ES was introduced in 2016. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K/60p video signal.

We evaluated Denon AVR-X8500H and Sony STR-ZA3000ES and gave them scores of 95 and 75 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-X8500H over Sony STR-ZA3000ES.

	Denon AVR-X8500H	vs	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
More Channels	13.2	vs	7.2
Higher Power Output	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	vs	80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Front Wide Channel Support		vs
Certified 4 Ω Performance		vs
Bi-amp capability	5-ch (assignable)	vs
More Channel Processing	13.2	vs	7.1
Dolby Atmos	up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4	vs
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization		vs
Dolby Surround Upmixer		vs
Dolby Digital EX		vs
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4	vs
DTS Neural:X		vs
DTS Virtual:X	via firmware update	vs
IMAX Enhanced		vs
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer	13.1-ch (Built-In)	vs
Music Playback via USB	MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD	vs
DSD via USB	2-ch Input	vs
DTS Dialog Control		vs
Audyssey Dynamic EQ		vs
Audyssey Dynamic Volume		vs
Audyssey LFC		vs
Audyssey Sub EQ HT		vs
HDR10		vs
BT.2020 color space		vs
Dolby Vision		vs
HLG		vs
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)		vs
Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through		vs
isf Certified Calibration Control		vs
Wi-Fi		vs
Bluetooth	SBC	vs
Works with Amazon Alexa		vs
DLNA 1.5		vs
AirPlay	AirPlay 2	vs
More HDMI Inputs	8 (1 front)	vs	6 (1 front)
More HDMI Outputs	3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)	vs	2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
USB DC Out Port		vs
More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs	2	vs	1
More RCA Line Inputs	6	vs	4
Phono Input		vs
Multi-Channel Input	7.1	vs
More RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	vs	7.2
More Composite Video Inputs	4	vs	2
More Component Video Inputs	3	vs	2
Headphone Out	6.3 mm (1/4")	vs
More Powered Zones	2 and 3	vs	2
Zone 2 Outs	HDMI, Composite, Pre Out	vs	HDMI, Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out
Zone 3 Outs	Pre Out, Composite	vs	RCA Pre/Line Out
Internet Radio	TuneIn	vs
Pandora		vs
Spotify		vs
Tidal		vs
Deezer		vs
Napster		vs
SiriusXM		vs
More Speaker Terminals	15	vs	7
More Large Speaker Terminals	15	vs	7
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals		vs
Gold plated RCA terminals		vs
Bigger Power Supply	900 W	vs	290 W
Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	150 W (0.05% THD)	vs	80 W (0.09% THD)
Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	190 W (0.7% THD)	vs	120 W (0.9% THD)
Higher S/N Ratio (digital)	102 dB	vs	96 dB (20 kHz LPF)
Wider AM Frequency Range	520 kHz - 1710 kHz	vs	530 kHz - 1710 kHz

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony STR-ZA3000ES over Denon AVR-X8500H.

	Denon AVR-X8500H	vs	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Dolby Pro Logic		vs	PLIIx
Surround EX		vs
DTS Neo		vs	Neo:6
Dialogue Lift		vs	Center Speaker Lift Up
Ethernet Switch		vs	8-Port Gigabit
+12V Trigger Output	2	vs	3 (80 mA)
Remote (IR) Input/Output	1 / 1	vs	1 / 2
Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)	102 dB	vs	105 dB (20 kHz LPF, 500 mV)
Longer Warranty	3 Years	vs	5 Years

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

STRENGTHS	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
DSD via HDMI	2-ch/Multi-ch Input	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.	Audyssey MultEQ XT32	Advanced D.C.A.C.
New HDCP Version	2.2	2.2 (2 inputs / 2 outputs)
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	1 (Front) for update and setting
RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	7.2
Composite Video Inputs	4	2
Component Video Inputs	3	2
Ethernet
Zones	3	3
Analog Tuner	FM/AM	FM/AM

WEAKNESSES	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
No HDR10+
No 8K Passthrough	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
Few 8K Inputs
No Digital Radio

Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
13 channel Amplifier: Denon AVR-X8500H features 13 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.	7 channel Amplifier: Sony STR-ZA3000ES features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).

AMPLIFIER	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Channels	13.2	7.2
Power Output	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Front Wide Channel Support
THX™ Certification
Continuous 6 Ω Rated
Certified 4 Ω Performance
Bi-amp Capability	5-ch (assignable)

Denon AVR-X8500H's and Sony STR-ZA3000ES's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

• Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
Denon AVR-X8500H: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.6, 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 7.2.6, 9.2.2, 9.2.4 with internal amplifier.
Sony STR-ZA3000ES: Not supported.
• DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
Denon AVR-X8500H: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.6, 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 7.2.6, 9.2.2, 9.2.4 with internal amplifier.
Sony STR-ZA3000ES: Not supported.
• Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
Denon AVR-X8500H: 5.2, 7.2, 9.2 with internal amplifier.
Sony STR-ZA3000ES: 5.2, 7.2 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-X8500H: 9.2, 9.2.2, 9.2.4.
Sony STR-ZA3000ES: Does not support.
• Bi-Amp: Denon AVR-X8500H is able to bi-amp up to 5 and Sony STR-ZA3000ES is able to bi-amp up to 2 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

Dolby Atmos

Denon AVR-X8500H supports Dolby Atmos.

• Dolby Surround Upmixer: Denon AVR-X8500H supports 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: Denon AVR-X8500H supports 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-X8500H supports DTS:X.

• DTS:X Pro: Denon AVR-X8500H supports DTS:X Pro which is an upgraded version of DTS:X and is no longer limited with 11 channel processing.
• DTS Neural:X: Denon AVR-X8500H supports 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-X8500H 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: Denon AVR-X8500H supports DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.

Auro-3D

Denon AVR-X8500H supports Auro-3D.

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

IMAX Enhanced

Denon AVR-X8500H 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-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Dolby Atmos	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		PLIIx
Dolby Digital EX
Surround EX
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
DTS Neural:X
DTS Virtual:X	via firmware update
DTS Neo		Neo:6
DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
DTS 96/24
DTS Express
DTS-ES	Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1	Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
IMAX Enhanced
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer	13.1-ch (Built-In)

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

Sony STR-ZA3000ES comes with 6 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

• 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
• 4K Upscaling: Both receivers can upscale up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI sources. Denon AVR-X8500H can also upscale from analog sources.
• Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Denon AVR-X8500H supports 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 Denon AVR-X8500H only).
• 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)

Denon AVR-X8500H supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

Sony STR-ZA3000ES does not support HDR. 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-X8500H 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-X8500H supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) for lag-free and smooth gaming.

VIDEO FEATURES	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
HDR10
HDR10+
Dynamic HDR
BT.2020 color space
Dolby Vision
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
HDBaseT Compatible
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
HDCP Version	2.2	2.2 (2 inputs / 2 outputs)
QMS (Quick Media Switching)
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
QFT (Quick Frame transport)
3-D Ready
Video Signal Passthrough	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
Video Signal Upscaling	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	up to 4K/60p

TERMINALS	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
HDMI Inputs	8 (1 front)	6 (1 front)
HDMI Outputs	3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)	2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
8K Inputs
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	1 (Front) for update and setting
USB DC Out Port
Optical Inputs	2	2
Optical Outputs
Coaxial Inputs	2	1
RCA Line Inputs	6	4
RCA Line Outputs
XLR Line Inputs
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input	7.1
RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	7.2
XLR Pre-outs
Composite Video Inputs	4	2
Composite Video Outputs	1	1
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs	3	2
Component Video Outputs	1	1

GENERAL	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Brand	Denon	Sony
Series		ES
Model	AVR-X8500H	STR-ZA3000ES
Type	A/V Receiver	A/V Receiver
Country	USA	USA and Canada
Release Year	2018	2016
Predecessor	Denon AVR-X7200WA
Successor	Denon AVR-X8500HA	Sony STR-ZA3100ES

AMPLIFIER	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Channels	13.2	7.2
Power Output	150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
Front Wide Channel Support
Discrete Amplification
THX™ Certification
Continuous 6 Ω Rated
Certified 4 Ω Performance
Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction	L/R separated
Bi-amp Capability	5-ch (assignable)

AUDIO FEATURES	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine	Four powerful high speed 4th generation SHARC DSP processors with 32-bit floating point
DAC	AKM AK4490EQ
DAC Specs	384 kHz/32 Bit
Maximum Channel Processing	13.2	7.1
D.D.S.C. HD Digital	32 bit
Alpha Processing	AL32 Processing Multichannel
Air Studios Monitor Certification
Dolby Atmos	up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic		PLIIx
Dolby Digital EX
Surround EX
DTS:X	Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
DTS Neural:X
DTS Virtual:X	via firmware update
DTS Neo		Neo:6
DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
DTS 96/24
DTS Express
DTS-ES	Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1	Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
IMAX Enhanced
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer	13.1-ch (Built-In)
360 Reality Audio
PCM	2-ch/Multi-ch Input	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
Network Audio Formats	MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
Music Playback via USB	MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network	up to 192 kHz
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB	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
DSD to PCM Converter
USB DAC
Jitter Reduction
DTS Dialogue Control
Dialog Enhancement
Dialog Level Adjustment
Dialog normalization
Dialogue Lift		Center Speaker Lift Up
Digital Legato Linear
In-Ceiling Speaker Mode
Sound Optimizer
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-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.	Audyssey MultEQ XT32	Advanced D.C.A.C.
Calibration Microphone		Mono
Speaker Relocation
Automatic Phase Matching
Audyssey App Support
Optimized Bass Redirection
Bass Sync

VIDEO FEATURES	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
HDR10
HDR10+
Dynamic HDR
BT.2020 color space
Dolby Vision
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
HDBaseT Compatible
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
HDCP Version	2.2	2.2 (2 inputs / 2 outputs)
QMS (Quick Media Switching)
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
QFT (Quick Frame transport)
3-D Ready
Video Signal Passthrough	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
Video Signal Upscaling	up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4	up to 4K/60p
Analog To HDMI Upconversion	Component, Composite
Component Video Upscaling
Analog to Analog Video conversion
Component Video Maximum Resolution	1080p
isf Certified Calibration Control

CONNECTIVITY	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth	SBC
Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
Works with Amazon Alexa
Chromecast Built-In
Works with SonoS
HEOS
DTS Play-Fi
MHL Input
DLNA 1.5
AirPlay	AirPlay 2
Apple Product Connection	iPod, iPhone and iPad
Remote App	Denon 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices and Kindle Fire
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue

TERMINALS	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
HDMI Inputs	8 (1 front)	6 (1 front)
HDMI Outputs	3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)	2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
8K Inputs
USB Input	1 Front for USB memory	1 (Front) for update and setting
USB DC Out Port
Optical Inputs	2	2
Optical Outputs
Coaxial Inputs	2	1
RCA Line Inputs	6	4
RCA Line Outputs
XLR Line Inputs
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input	7.1
RCA Pre-Outs	15.2	7.2
XLR Pre-outs
Composite Video Inputs	4	2
Composite Video Outputs	1	1
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs	3	2
Component Video Outputs	1	1
Ethernet
Ethernet Switch		8-Port Gigabit
PC In
Front A/V Inputs	HDMI, USB	HDMI, USB
Speaker A/B	assignable
Headphone Out	6.3 mm (1/4")
Detachable Power Cord

ZONES	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Number of Zones	3	3
Powered Zones	2 and 3	2
Zone 2 Outs	HDMI, Composite, Pre Out	HDMI, Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out
Zone 3 Outs	Pre Out, Composite	RCA Pre/Line Out
RS-232C Interface
+12V Trigger Output	2	3 (80 mA)
Remote (IR) Input/Output	1 / 1	1 / 2

MISCELLANEOUS	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
On-Screen Display	Advanced Graphic User Interface	Graphical User Interface
GUI Languages	3	3
Web Control
IP Control
Control4 SDDP
PreAmp Mode
Display	2 lines
Remote Controller	RC-1221
Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display	/ /
Denon Link HD
Setup Assistant
Quick Select plus / Quick Select	/

RADIO	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Analog Tuner	FM/AM	FM/AM
Presets		60 (30/30)
Digital Radio
Internet Radio	TuneIn
Pandora
Spotify
Tidal
Deezer
Napster
SiriusXM

CONSTRUCTION	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Front Panel	Metal
Speaker Terminals	15	7
Large Speaker Terminals	15	7
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
High Grade Audio Components
Gold plated RCA terminals

POWER	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Power Supply	AC 120 V, 60 Hz	AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption	900 W	290 W
No Sound Power	ECO On/Off: 70 W/125 W
Standby Power	0.1 W	0.3 W
ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
Auto Power off

PHYSICAL	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Dimensions (W x H x D)	434 mm x 195 mm x 482 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 259 mm x 482 mm) 17-1/8" x 7-3/4" x 18-3/4" (with antenna up: 17-1/8" x 10-1/4" x 18-3/4")	430 mm x 174 mm x 410 mm 17" x 6-7/8" x 16-1/4"
Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)	22.4" x 12.9" x 21.2"
Weight	23.3 kg (51 lbs 6 oz)	13.4 kg (29 lbs. 9 oz.)

SPECIFICATIONS	Denon AVR-X8500H	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	150 W (0.05% THD)	80 W (0.09% THD)
Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)		110 W (0.9% THD)
Power Output (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)		100 W (0.09% THD)
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	190 W (0.7% THD)	120 W (0.9% THD)
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)		150 W (0.9% THD)
Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)	260 W (10% THD)
Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)	210 W (1% THD)
Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)	280 W x 2-channel
Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)	170 W x 2-channel
THD (Digital)	0.008% (1 kHz, at 0 dB)
Analog Distortion	0.005% (20 Hz-20 kHz, Direct mode)
Phono Distortion	0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)	200 mV/47 kΩ	150 mV/50 kΩ
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)	2.5 mV
Rated Preout Level and Impedance		2 V/1 kΩ (All channels and Subwoofer)
Rated Lineout Level and Impedance	1.2 V
Rated Output digital	2 V (at 0 dB playback)
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)	102 dB	105 dB (20 kHz LPF, 500 mV)
S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)	74 dB
S/N Ratio (digital)	102 dB	96 dB (20 kHz LPF)
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
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI	2.8 MHz	2.8 MHz
DSD Sampling Rates via USB	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 10 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Composite)
Ethernet Standard	100BASE-TX
Wi-Fi Standard	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency	5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
Bluetooth Version	3․0 + EDR
Bluetooth Frequency	2.4 GHz
USB Terminal	USB2.0 5V, 1 A
FM Frequency	87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz	87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)	Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)
FM Effective Sensitivity	1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
FM S/N Ratio	Mono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB
FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)	Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%
AM Frequency	520 kHz - 1710 kHz	530 kHz - 1710 kHz
AM Effective Sensitivity	18 µV
Warranty	3 Years	5 Years

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