Onkyo TX-RZ50 vs Denon AVR-X6700H

      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • THX™Select™ Certified
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough, 8K Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

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

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      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Onkyo TX-RZ50 to Denon AVR-X6700H 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 Onkyo TX-RZ50 has 9 channel and the Denon AVR-X6700H has 11 channel amplifiers with Onkyo TX-RZ50's being less powerful.


      Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 was introduced in 2021. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 120 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 and DTS:X, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K video signal.

      Denon AVR-X6700H was introduced in 2020. 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 13.2 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 Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Denon AVR-X6700H and gave them scores of 93 and 95 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.

      Onkyo TX-RZ50

      Denon AVR-X6700H

      Amplifier
      92
      Amplifier
      94
      Audio Features
      91
      Audio Features
      97
      Video Features
      100
      Video Features
      99
      Connectivity
      91
      Connectivity
      92
      Zones
      91
      Zones
      92
      Radio
      92
      Radio
      96
      OVERALL
      93
      OVERALL
      95

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Denon AVR-X6700H.

      PROS

      Onkyo TX-RZ50

      Denon AVR-X6700H

      •   High Power Output - 120 W
      •   THX™ Certification
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   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
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   13.2 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
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   HEOS
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      CONS

      Onkyo TX-RZ50

      Denon AVR-X6700H

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   1 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio


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

      AVERAGE

      Onkyo TX-RZ50

      Denon AVR-X6700H

      •   9.2 Channels
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      3. Advantage of Onkyo TX-RZ50

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-RZ50 over Denon AVR-X6700H.

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      Onkyo TX-RZ50 vs Denon AVR-X6700H
      THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2) vs
      Network Audio Formats FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, LPCM vs MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      Music Playback via USB FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC vs MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC vs Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      QMS vs
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      Works with SONOS vs
      DTS Play-Fi via Onkyo Music Control app vs
      More 8K Inputs 7 vs 1
      More GUI Languages 7 vs 3
      Bigger Power Supply 850 W vs 750 W
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 106 dB vs 102 dB
      Higher S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) 80 dB vs 74 dB
      Higher DSD Sampling Rate via USB 2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 MHz vs 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
      Wi-Fi Standard IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac vs IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
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      4. Advantage of Denon AVR-X6700H

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVR-X6700H over Onkyo TX-RZ50.

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      Onkyo TX-RZ50 vs Denon AVR-X6700H
      More Channels 9.2 vs 11.2
      Higher Power Output 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support vs
      Bi-amp capability vs 5-ch (assignable)
      Higher DAC Specs 192 kHz/24 Bit vs 384 kHz/32 Bit
      More Channel Processing 11.2 vs 13.2
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS:X vs Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer vs 13.1-ch (Built-In)
      Dialog Enhancement vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      Audyssey LFC vs
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT vs
      Dynamic HDR vs
      isf Certified Calibration Control vs
      More HDMI Inputs 7 (1 front) vs 8
      More HDMI Outputs 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2) vs 3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
      More Optical Inputs 1 vs 2
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 1 vs 2
      More RCA Pre-Outs 11.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out) vs 13.2
      More Composite Video Inputs 2 vs 4
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 1
      More Component Video Inputs 1 vs 2
      More Component Video Outputs vs 1
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI vs HDMI, USB
      Speaker A/B vs assignable
      Zone 2 Outs HDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out (shared with Zone B Line out) vs HDMI, Component, Composite, Pre Out
      +12V Trigger Output 1 (MAIN, 100 mA) vs 2
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 0 vs 1 / 1
      Napster vs
      SiriusXM vs
      More Speaker Terminals 11 vs 13
      More Large Speaker Terminals 11 vs 13
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals vs
      Gold plated RCA terminals vs
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 120 W (0.08% THD) vs 140 W (0.05% THD)
      Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 4 Ω, Front) 220 W vs 250 W x 2-channel
      Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 8 Ω, Front) 130 W vs 160 W x 2-channel
      Wider AM Frequency Range 530 kHz - 1710 kHz vs 520 kHz - 1710 kHz
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      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 Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
        High Power Output120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Channel Processing11.213.2
        Dolby Atmos 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
        IMAX Enhanced
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Dirac Live™ and AccuEQ Room Corrections Audyssey MultEQ XT32
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dolby Vision
        HDMI Version2.12.1
        eARC
        New HDCP Version2.32.3
        Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        VRR
        QFT
        8K Passthroughup to 8K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
        8K Upscaling 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite Component**, Composite
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD SBC
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Google Assistant
        Many HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)8
        USB Input1 (Rear)1 Front for USB memory
        Many RCA Line Inputs66
        Phono Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)13.2
        Composite Video Inputs24
        Component Video Inputs12
        Ethernet
        Zones33
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
      WEAKNESSES Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H

      9 channel Linear Class A/B Amplifier: Onkyo TX-RZ50 features 9 channel power amplifier with Linear Class A/B design. It is rated at 120 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      11 channel Monolithic Amplifier: Denon AVR-X6700H 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.

      • Dynamic Audio Amplification: Onkyo TX-RZ50 features Dynamic Audio Amplification which is Onkyo’s amplification philosophy that focuses on capturing the energy and dynamism contained in the audio signal and reproducing it without loss. Audio signals are not static like a test tone, but rather a countless collection of constantly moving waves. While static measurements such as S/N ratio and Total Harmonic Distortion are important, Onkyo believes that excellent dynamic and transient response is the key to emotionally involving sound. Dynamism - the “life” in music - is achieved when the amp can respond to changes in the signal instantaneously, so notes start and stop naturally and the nuances in attack, decay, sustain, and release are voiced with conviction. Onkyo home theater receivers represent the culmination of almost 70 years’ experience in amplifier design. The unique elements of their amplification system comprise high-current, low-impedance architecture to accurately control large speaker cones while enabling instantaneous response to dynamic changes, and discrete wide-range amplifier circuit topology to eliminate phase shift for clear and accurate audio imaging.

      THX™ Select™ (previously known as Select2) certification

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 is THX™ Select™ (previously known as Select2) certified. This means that it is for medium sized rooms, up to 2,000 cubic feet in size, with a 10-12 foot viewing distance from the screen.

      AMPLIFIER Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      Channels9.211.2
      Power Output120 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
      Amplifier DesignLinear Class A/BMonolithic
      THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2)
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability 5-ch (assignable)

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      Onkyo TX-RZ50's and Denon AVR-X6700H's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Denon AVR-X6700H: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.6, 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 9.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.6, 9.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Denon AVR-X6700H: 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, 9.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.6, 9.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Denon AVR-X6700H: 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:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50: Does not support.
      • Denon AVR-X6700H: 9.2, 9.2.2, 9.2.4.
      • Bi-Amp: Onkyo TX-RZ50 is able to bi-amp up to 2 and Denon AVR-X6700H is 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.

      8. Immersive Audio Formats

      Dolby Atmos

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Denon AVR-X6700H 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

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Denon AVR-X6700H support DTS:X.

      • DTS:X Pro: Denon AVR-X6700H supports 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: Onkyo TX-RZ50 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

      Denon AVR-X6700H supports Auro-3D.

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

      IMAX Enhanced

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Denon AVR-X6700H 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 Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      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
      Dolby Digital EX
      DTS:X 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
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 13.1-ch (Built-In)

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      9. HDMI 2.1

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

      Denon AVR-X6700H 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 Onkyo TX-RZ50: All inputs pass up to 8K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4) video signal.
        8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Denon AVR-X6700H: 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 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K 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.
      • Quick Media Switching (QMS): With HDMI 2.1a, Quick Media Switching for movies and video uses the HDMI VRR mechanism to eliminate the blackout period when an HDMI Source device switches its video mode. As long as the resolution remains the same and only the frame rate changes, QMS will instantly switch between frame rates. QMS eliminates A/V blackouts by using VRR technology to change frame rates, allowing instant changes from 24Hz to 60Hz frame rate, and anywhere in-between. The viewer never sees blank screens and gets a seamless experience (available on Onkyo TX-RZ50 only).
      • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

      HDR (High Dynamic Range)

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

      Denon AVR-X6700H supports 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)

      Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Denon AVR-X6700H 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 Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      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/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K 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 Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Denon AVR-X6700H with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: Onkyo TX-RZ50 has 11.2 and Denon AVR-X6700H has 13.2 preamplifier outputs which allow you to connect the receivers to the external power amplifiers. 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, Onkyo TX-RZ50 has 11 channel processing but has only 9 channel amplifier and Denon AVR-X6700H has 13 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 6 pair of line inputs on both receivers for connecting sources with analog outputs.
      • Digital Inputs: 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Onkyo TX-RZ50 and 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Denon AVR-X6700H 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:
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50
        Inputs:
        7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
        8K Inputs: 7.
      • Denon AVR-X6700H
        Inputs:
        8   Outputs: 3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs: 1.
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50
        Inputs:
        2   Outputs: 0.
      • Denon AVR-X6700H
        Inputs:
        4   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.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50 supports up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors. resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ50
        Inputs:
        1   Outputs: 0.
      • Denon AVR-X6700H
        Inputs:
        2   Outputs: 1.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Onkyo TX-RZ50: HDMI
      • Denon AVR-X6700H: HDMI, USB

      Onkyo TX-RZ50

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      TERMINALS Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)8
      HDMI Outputs2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
      8K Inputs71
      USB Input1 (Rear)1 Front for USB memory
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs12
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs12
      RCA Line Inputs66
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs11.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)13.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs24
      Composite Video Outputs1
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs12
      Component Video Outputs1

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Onkyo TX-RZ50 and Denon AVR-X6700H and gave them scores of 93 and 95 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.


      Onkyo TX-RZ50

      Denon AVR-X6700H

      OVERALL
      93
      OVERALL
      95

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   High Power Output - 120 W
      •   THX™ Certification
      EXCELLENT
      94
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W

      Audio Features

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      EXCELLENT
      97
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   13.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   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
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      EXCELLENT
      99
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   8K Upscaling
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

      Connectivity

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   HEOS
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   1 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      Zones

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   3 Zones
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   3 Zones

      Radio

      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      EXCELLENT
      96
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      BrandOnkyoDenon
      ModelTX-RZ50AVR-X6700H
      TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
      CountryNorth AmericaUSA
      Release Year20212020
      PredecessorOnkyo TX-RZ840 Denon AVR-X6500H
      SuccessorDenon AVR-X6800H
      AMPLIFIER Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      Channels9.211.2
      Power Output120 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
      Amplifier DesignLinear Class A/BMonolithic
      Discrete Amplification
      Dynamic Audio Amplification
      Non-Phase Shift Amplifier Original 2-stage
      VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) Front L/R Channels
      THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2)
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Discrete Output Stage Circuitry
      Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction
      Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)
      Bi-amp Capability 5-ch (assignable)
      BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging)
      AUDIO FEATURES Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine32-bit Digital Signal Processing EnginesTwo dual SHARC+ core DSP
      DACAKM
      DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit384 kHz/32 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing11.213.2
      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
      Dolby Digital EX
      THX Listening Modes
      Surround EX
      DTS:X 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
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 13.1-ch (Built-In)
      PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Network Audio FormatsFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, LPCMMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      Music Playback via USBFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AACMP3, 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 USBFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AACApple 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 PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF Audio
      DTS Dialogue Control
      Dialog Enhancement
      Dialog Level Adjustment
      Dialog normalization
      Dialogue Lift
      Tone Control All Channels
      Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Music Optimizer
      High-resolution Music Enhancer
      THX Processing Mode
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume
      Audyssey LFC
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT
      Audyssey DSX
      Direct Mode
      Pure Audio Mode
      Pure Direct Mode
      Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs
      CALIBRATION Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Dirac Live™ and AccuEQ Room Corrections Audyssey MultEQ XT32
      Audyssey App Support
      Optimized Bass Redirection
      Bass Sync
      VIDEO FEATURES Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      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/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K/8K and 4K to 8K 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 Resolution480i/576i
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD SBC
      Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Google Assistant
      Chromecast Built-In
      Apple Siri
      Works with SonoS
      HEOS
      DTS Play-Fi via Onkyo Music Control app
      MHL Input
      DLNA 1.5
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay 2
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad
      Remote AppOnkyo Controller and Music Control apps Denon 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices and Kindle Fire
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)8
      HDMI Outputs2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
      8K Inputs71
      USB Input1 (Rear)1 Front for USB memory
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs12
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs12
      RCA Line Inputs66
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs11.2 (barter to Zone 3 Pre/Line Out)13.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs24
      Composite Video Outputs1
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs12
      Component Video Outputs1
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsHDMIHDMI, USB
      Speaker A/B assignable
      Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      ZONES Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      Number of Zones33
      Powered Zones 2 and 3 2 and 3
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out (shared with Zone B Line out)HDMI, Component, Composite, Pre Out
      Zone 3 OutsRCA Pre/Line OutPre Out
      Whole House Mode
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output1 (MAIN, 100 mA)2
      Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 01 / 1
      MISCELLANEOUS Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      On-Screen Display Graphical User Interface with Overlaid On-Screen Display (OSD) via HDMI Advanced Graphic User Interface
      GUI Languages73
      Web Control
      IP Control
      Control4 SDDP
      PreAmp Mode
      Display 2 lines
      Remote ControllerRC-1240
      Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
      Denon Link HD
      Setup Assistant
      Quick Select plus / Quick Select /
      RADIO Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
      Presets40
      Digital Radio
      Internet Radio TuneIn TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      Front PanelMetal
      Solid Aluminum Front
      Speaker Terminals1113
      Large Speaker Terminals1113
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      High Grade Audio Components
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Custom High-Current Low-Noise Power Transformer
      Toroidal Transformer
      Power Consumption850 W750 W
      No Sound Power75 WECO On/Off: 65 W/110 W
      Standby Power0.1 W0.1 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power off
      PHYSICAL Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 201.5 mm x 398 mm
      17-1/8" x 7-15/16" x 15-11/16"
      434 mm x 167 mm x 389 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 235 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")
      Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)570 mm x 335 mm x 490 mm
      22-7/16" x 13-3/16" x 19-5/16"
      531 mm x 302 mm x 464 mm
      20.9" x 11.9" x 18.3"
      Weight14 kg (30.9 lbs)14.6 kg (32 lbs 3 oz)
      Weight of Package17.0 kg (37.5 lbs)17.4 kg (37.9 lbs)
      SPECIFICATIONS Onkyo TX-RZ50 Denon AVR-X6700H
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)120 W (0.08% THD)140 W (0.05% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)175 W (0.7% THD)
      Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)250 W (10% THD)
      Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)205 W (1% THD)
      Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)250 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)220 W250 W x 2-channel
      Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)130 W160 W x 2-channel
      THD0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)
      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)3.5 mV/47 kΩ2.5 mV
      Rated Preout Level and Impedance1 V/470 Ω
      Rated Lineout Level and Impedance1.2 V
      Rated Output digital2 V (at 0 dB playback)
      Rated Headphone Power Output85 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
      Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)106 dB102 dB
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)80 dB74 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)5 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
      DSD Sampling Rates via USB2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 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 (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 Response5 Hz to 60 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Component)
      Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX100BASE-TX
      Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/acIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
      Bluetooth Version4․24․2
      Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
      USB TerminalVer. 2.0, 5 V, 1 AUSB2.0 5V, 1 A
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
      FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)
      FM Effective Sensitivity1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
      FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB
      FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%
      AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz520 kHz - 1710 kHz
      AM Effective Sensitivity18 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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