1-on-1 Comparison
Side-by-Side Comparison
Onkyo TX-SR309
Onkyo TX-SR313
Highlights
- 5.1 channels
- 5.1 channel processing
- 65 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
- 1080p Passthrough
- USB input
Highlights
- 5.1 channels
- 5.1 channel processing
- 65 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
- 1080p Passthrough
- USB input
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Content
Overview
Here we are comparing Onkyo TX-SR309 to Onkyo TX-SR313 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. Both receivers have 5 channel and equally powerful amplifiers.
Advantage of Onkyo TX-SR309
This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-SR309 over Onkyo TX-SR313.
Onkyo TX-SR309 | vs | Onkyo TX-SR313 | |
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Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC) | 100 W (1% THD) | vs | 100 W (1% THD) |
Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 8 Ω, Front) | 85 W | vs | 80 W |
Advantage of Onkyo TX-SR313
This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-SR313 over Onkyo TX-SR309.
Onkyo TX-SR309 | vs | Onkyo TX-SR313 | |
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WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology) | vs | ||
Discrete Output Stage Circuitry | vs | ||
More HDMI Inputs | 3 | vs | 4 |
Common Strengths and Weaknesses
Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both receivers.
STRENGTHS |
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DSD via HDMI |
USB Input |
Many RCA Line Inputs |
Composite Video Inputs |
Component Video Inputs |
Zones |
Analog Tuner |
WEAKNESSES |
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5.1 Channel Processing |
No Dolby Atmos |
No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization |
No DTS:X |
No IMAX Enhanced |
No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer |
No Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. |
No eARC |
No HDR10 |
No HDR10+ |
No Dolby Vision |
No 4K or 8K Video Passthrough |
No 4K or 8K Video Upscaling |
No Chromecast Built-In |
Does not Work with Amazon Alexa |
No Ethernet |
No Wi-Fi |
No Bluetooth |
Few HDMI Inputs |
Few HDMI Outputs |
Few 8K Inputs |
Few Optical Inputs |
No RCA Pre-Outs |
No Pandora |
No Spotify |
No Tidal |
Audio Section
Amplifier
Onkyo TX-SR309 | Onkyo TX-SR313 |
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5 channel Amplifier: Onkyo TX-SR309 features 5 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 65 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven). |
5 channel Amplifier: Onkyo TX-SR313 features 5 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 65 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven). |
- WRAT (Wide Range Amp Technology): Onkyo TX-SR313 features Onkyo’s Wide Range Amp Technology (WRAT) circuit layout that prevents phase shifting by pushing the roll-off point higher than the listening-level frequency. Amplifying sound without phase shift creates an uncommonly well-focused and realistic audio image. If phase shift occurs and signal timing is not accurate, then neither is the resulting audio image.
Speaker Configurations
Onkyo TX-SR309's and Onkyo TX-SR313's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.
- Configurations: Available configurations are:
- Onkyo TX-SR309: 5.1 with internal amplifier.
- Onkyo TX-SR313: 5.1 with internal amplifier.
- Compressed Music Enhancer: Onkyo TX-SR309 and Onkyo TX-SR313 feature Compressed Music Enhancer which enhances the quality of the music files with lossy compression.
- Advanced Music Optimizer: Compressed music enhancement in Onkyo TX-SR309 and Onkyo TX-SR313 is done by Onkyo’s Advanced Music Optimizer. While MP3 or AAC files may sound fine through the headphones of your portable digital player, the limitations of these files can be exposed when played back through a quality home entertainment system. This is because a significant amount of high-frequency bit information is lost during the file-compression process. To counter this, Onkyo has designed the Advanced Music Optimizer to compensate for lost bit information and improve the quality of compressed audio signals. This results in a clearer and more expansive sound. Also included in this technology is a loudness correction feature that further improves the audio character of compressed files.
Sound Processing
Video Section
HDMI
Onkyo TX-SR309 comes with 3 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.
Onkyo TX-SR313 comes with 4 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.
- 1080/60p Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 1080p video signal.
- HDCP 2.-1 Copy Protection: Onkyo TX-SR313 is 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.
Inputs and Outputs
Audio
- Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 6 pair of line inputs on both receivers for connecting sources with analog outputs. There are also 1 pair of line outputs on the receivers.
- Digital Inputs and Outputs: 0 optical input, 2 optical outputs and 1 coaxial input are available for digital audio connections on both receivers.
- Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.
Video
- HDMI:
- Onkyo TX-SR309
Inputs: 3 Outputs: 1
8K Inputs: 0. - Onkyo TX-SR313
Inputs: 4 Outputs: 1
8K Inputs: 0. - Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
- Onkyo TX-SR309
Inputs: 5 Outputs: 2. - Onkyo TX-SR313
Inputs: 5 Outputs: 2. - Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one. resolution on Component video connectors. resolution on Component video connectors.
- Onkyo TX-SR309
Inputs: 2 Outputs: 1. - Onkyo TX-SR313
Inputs: 2 Outputs: 1.
Front A/V Inputs
- Onkyo TX-SR309: USB, Composite Video, RCA Audio
- Onkyo TX-SR313: USB, Composite Video, RCA Audio
Onkyo TX-SR309
Onkyo TX-SR313
Specifications
And in the end let us list all the available specifications of the receivers side-by-side.
BASICS | Onkyo TX-SR309 | Onkyo TX-SR313 |
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Brand | Onkyo | Onkyo |
Model | TX-SR309 | TX-SR313 |
Type | A/V Receiver | A/V Receiver |
Country | Europe and Australia | Europe |
Release Year | 2011 | 2012 |
AMPLIFIER | Onkyo TX-SR309 | Onkyo TX-SR313 |
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Channels | 5.1 | 5.1 |
WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology) | ||
VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) | ||
Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry | ||
THX™ Certification | ||
Continuous 6 Ω Rated | ||
Certified 4 Ω Performance | ||
Discrete Output Stage Circuitry | ||
3-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry | ||
PUSH-PULL Design | ||
Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor) | ||
Bi-amp Capability | ||
BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging) |
AUDIO | Onkyo TX-SR309 | Onkyo TX-SR313 |
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Digital Processing Crossover Network | ||
Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine | Advanced 32-Bit Processing DSP Chip | Advanced 32-Bit Processing DSP Chip |
DAC | Burr-Brown | Burr-Brown |
DAC Specs | 192 kHz/24 Bit | 192 kHz/24 Bit |
Maximum Channel Processing | 5.1 | 5.1 |
Air Studios Monitor Certification | ||
Dolby Atmos | ||
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization | ||
Dolby Atmos Music | ||
Dolby TrueHD | ||
Dolby Digital Plus | ||
Dolby Surround Upmixer | ||
Dolby Pro Logic | PLII | PLII |
Dolby Digital EX | ||
Surround EX | ||
DTS:X | ||
DTS Neural:X | ||
DTS Virtual:X | ||
DTS Neo | Neo:6 | Neo:6 |
DTS-HD Master Audio | ||
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio | ||
DTS 96/24 | ||
DTS Express | ||
DTS-ES | ||
IMAX Enhanced | ||
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer | ||
PCM | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input |
Music Playback via USB | FLAC, WMA, MP3, AAC | FLAC, WMA, MP3, AAC |
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network | ||
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB | ||
Gapless Playback | ||
DSD via HDMI | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input |
DSD via USB | ||
DSD to PCM Converter | ||
USB DAC | ||
Jitter Reduction | PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF Audio | PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for All Audio Signals |
DTS Dialog Control | ||
Dialog Enhancement | ||
Dialog Level Adjustment | ||
Dialog Normalization | ||
Dialogue Lift | ||
Tone Control | Front L/R Channels | Front L/R Channels |
Compressed Music Enhancer | Advanced Music Optimizer | Advanced Music Optimizer |
High-resolution Music Enhancer | ||
THX Processing Mode | ||
Audyssey Dynamic EQ | ||
Audyssey Dynamic Volume | ||
Audyssey LFC | ||
Audyssey Sub EQ HT | ||
Audyssey DSX | ||
Phase-Matching Bass Boost | ||
Direct Mode | ||
Pure Audio Mode | ||
Pure Direct Analog Path Mode | ||
Virtual Speakers | T-D (Theater-Dimensional) | T-D (Theater-Dimensional) |
Independent Subwoofer Outputs |
CALIBRATION | Onkyo TX-SR309 | Onkyo TX-SR313 |
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Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. |
VIDEO | Onkyo TX-SR309 | Onkyo TX-SR313 |
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Enhanced ARC | ||
HDCP Version | 2.2 | |
HDR10 | ||
HDR10+ | ||
Dynamic HDR | ||
Dolby Vision | ||
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) | ||
BT.2020 color space | ||
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 1080p | up to 1080p |
Video Signal Upscaling | ||
Analog To HDMI Upconversion | ||
Component Video Upscaling | ||
Analog to Analog Video conversion | ||
isf Certified Calibration Control |
CONNECTIVITY | Onkyo TX-SR309 | Onkyo TX-SR313 |
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MHL Input | ||
DLNA 1.5 | ||
FireConnect | ||
FlareConnect | ||
Chromecast Built-In | ||
DTS Play-Fi | ||
Works with Amazon Alexa | ||
Works with SONOS | ||
AirPlay | ||
Apple Product Connection | iPod and iPhone via USB or optional DS-A4 Dock (sold separately) | iPod and iPhone via front USB |
Remote App | ||
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue | ||
Ethernet | ||
Ethernet Switch | ||
Wi-Fi | ||
Bluetooth | ||
HDBaseT Compatible | ||
HDMI Inputs | 3 | 4 |
HDMI Outputs | 1 | 1 |
8K Inputs | ||
USB Input | 1 Front | 1 Front (for iPod/iPhone) |
USB DC Out Port | ||
RCA Line Input | 6 (1 front) | 6 (1 front) |
RCA Line Output | 1 | 1 |
XLR Line Inputs | ||
Phono Input | ||
Optical Inputs | 2 | 2 |
Optical Outputs | ||
Coaxial Inputs | 1 | 1 |
Composite Video Input | 5 (1 front) | 5 (1 front) |
Composite Video Output | 2 | 2 |
S-Video Input | ||
S-Video Output | ||
Component Video Input | 2 | 2 |
Component Video Output | 1 | 1 |
PC In | ||
Multi-Channel Input | ||
RCA Pre-Outs | 0.1 | 0.1 |
XLR Pre-outs | ||
Front A/V Inputs | USB, Composite Video, RCA Audio | USB, Composite Video, RCA Audio |
Speaker A/B | ||
Headphone Out | 6.3 mm (1/4") | 6.3 mm (1/4") |
ZONES | Onkyo TX-SR309 | Onkyo TX-SR313 |
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Zones | 1 | 1 |
Whole House Mode | ||
RS-232C Interface | ||
+12V Trigger Output | ||
Remote (IR) Input/Output |
MISC | Onkyo TX-SR309 | Onkyo TX-SR313 |
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On-Screen Display | Basic Overlay | Basic Overlay |
Detachable Power Cord | ||
uport | ||
ONKYO-RI System Control | ||
RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI) | ||
Pre-Pro/Learning Remote | / | / |
On Screen Remote Programming | ||
Bi-directional Remote Setup via GUI | ||
Activity Based Remote | ||
Smart Grid-Ready |
RADIO | Onkyo TX-SR309 | Onkyo TX-SR313 |
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Analog Tuner | FM/AM with RDS | FM/AM with RDS |
Presets | 40 | 40 |
Digital Radio | ||
Internet Radio | ||
Pandora | ||
Spotify | ||
Tidal | ||
Deezer | ||
Napster | ||
SiriusXM Internet Radio |
CONSTRUCTION | Onkyo TX-SR309 | Onkyo TX-SR313 |
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Solid Aluminum Front | ||
Speaker Terminals | 7 | 7 |
Large Speaker Terminals | 0 | 0 |
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals | ||
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals | ||
18mm Pitch High Grade Pre-outs | ||
19mm-Pitch Audio Inputs | ||
Gold plated RCA terminals |
POWER | Onkyo TX-SR309 | Onkyo TX-SR313 |
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Power Supply | AC 230 V, 50 Hz | AC 230 V, 50 Hz |
Independent Power Supply | ||
H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) | Massive High Power Transformer | Massive High Power Transformer |
Toroidal Transformer | ||
Power Consumption | 300 W | 300 W |
No Sound Power | 35 W (230 V)/40 W (240 V) | 40 W |
Standby Power | 0.3 W | 0.3 W |
GENERAL | Onkyo TX-SR309 | Onkyo TX-SR313 |
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Dimensions (W x H x D) | 435 mm x 150 mm x 328 mm 17-1/8" x 5-7/8" x 12-15/16" | 435 mm x 150 mm x 318 mm 17-1/8" x 5-7/8" x 12-1/2" |
Weight | 7.5 kg (16.5 lbs) | 7.6 kg (16.8 lbs) |
Warranty | 2 Years | 2 Years |
SPECS | Onkyo TX-SR309 | Onkyo TX-SR313 |
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Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 | 65 W (0.7% THD) | 65 W (0.7% THD) |
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 | 90 W (0.9% THD) | 90 W (0.9% THD) |
Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) | 120 W | 120 W |
Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC) | 100 W (1% THD) | 100 W (1% THD) |
Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front) | 160 W | 160 W |
Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front) | 125 W | 125 W |
Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front) | 85 W | 80 W |
THD | 0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power) | 0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, half power) |
Damping Factor | 60 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω) | 60 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω) |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line) | 200 mV/47 kΩ (Line) | 200 mV/47 kΩ (Line) |
Rated Lineout Level and Impedance | 200 mV/2.2 kΩ (REC OUT) | 200 mV/2.2 kΩ (REC OUT) |
Maximum Lineout Level and Impedance | 2 V/2.2 kΩ (REC OUT) | 2 V/2.2 kΩ (REC OUT) |
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) | 100 dB | 100 dB |
Frequency Response (Analog In) | 20 Hz - 50 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (DSP bypass) | 5 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (DSP bypass) |
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI | 2.8 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 - 100 MHz/+0 dB, -3 dB (Component) | 5 Hz - 100 MHz/+0 dB, -3 dB (Component) |
Ethernet Standard | ||
FM Frequency | 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz | 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz |
AM Frequency | 522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz | 522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz |
* - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
** - 480i/576i only
*** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
**** - 1080p signal is not converted