Onkyo TX-SR383 vs Sony STR-ZA3000ES

Here we are comparing Onkyo TX-SR383 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. Both receivers have 7 channel and equally powerful amplifiers.

Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Onkyo TX-SR383 was introduced in 2018. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz 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 Onkyo TX-SR383 and Sony STR-ZA3000ES and gave them scores of 76 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 Onkyo TX-SR383 over Sony STR-ZA3000ES.

	Onkyo TX-SR383	vs	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Dolby Atmos		vs
Dolby Surround Upmixer		vs
DTS:X		vs
DTS Neural:X		vs
Music Playback via USB	WMA, MP3, AAC	vs
HDR10		vs
BT.2020 color space		vs
Dolby Vision		vs
Bluetooth	SBC, AAC	vs
Headphone Out	6.3 mm (1/4")	vs
Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)	106 dB	vs	105 dB (20 kHz LPF, 500 mV)
Wider AM Frequency Range	530 kHz - 1710 kHz	vs	531 kHz - 1602 kHz

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony STR-ZA3000ES over Onkyo TX-SR383.

	Onkyo TX-SR383	vs	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Bi-amp capability		vs
Dolby Pro Logic		vs	PLIIx
DTS Neo		vs	Neo:6
DSD via HDMI	2-ch	vs	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
Dialogue Lift		vs	Center Speaker Lift Up
Video Signal Upscaling		vs	up to 4K/60p
More HDMI Inputs	4	vs	6 (1 front)
More HDMI Outputs	1	vs	2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
More Optical Inputs	1	vs	2
More RCA Line Inputs	3	vs	4
More RCA Pre-Outs	0.2	vs	7.2
More Component Video Inputs		vs	2
More Component Video Outputs		vs	1
Ethernet		vs
Ethernet Switch		vs	8-Port Gigabit
Front A/V Inputs	USB	vs	HDMI, USB
Speaker A/B		vs
Detachable Power Cord		vs
More Zones	2	vs	3
Zone 2 Outs		vs	HDMI, Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out
RS-232C Interface		vs
+12V Trigger Output	0	vs	3 (80 mA)
Remote (IR) Input/Output	0 / 0	vs	1 / 2
More Presets	30	vs	60 (30/30)
More Large Speaker Terminals	2	vs	7
Bigger Power Supply	270 W	vs	290 W
Longer Warranty	2 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	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
DSD via HDMI	2-ch	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.	AccuEQ	Advanced D.C.A.C.
New HDCP Version	2.2	2.2 (2 inputs / 2 outputs)
USB Input	1 (Front)	1 (Front) for update and setting
Composite Video Inputs	2	2
Analog Tuner	FM/AM	FM/AM

WEAKNESSES	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Low Power Output	80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)	80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
No Front Wide Channel Support
No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
No IMAX Enhanced
No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
No HDR10+
No eARC
No 8K Passthrough	up to 4K/60p (4:4:4)	up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
No Wi-Fi
Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
Few 8K Inputs
No Phono Input
No Digital Radio
No Pandora
No Spotify
No Tidal

Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
7 channel Amplifier: Onkyo TX-SR383 features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).	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	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Channels	7.2	7.2
Power Output	80 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

Onkyo TX-SR383'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:
Onkyo TX-SR383: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
Sony STR-ZA3000ES: Not supported.
• DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
Onkyo TX-SR383: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 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:
Onkyo TX-SR383: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
Sony STR-ZA3000ES: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
• Bi-Amp: 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

Onkyo TX-SR383 supports Dolby Atmos.

• Dolby Surround Upmixer: Onkyo TX-SR383 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.

DTS:X

Onkyo TX-SR383 supports DTS:X.

• DTS Neural:X: Onkyo TX-SR383 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.

AUDIO DECODING	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic		PLIIx
Dolby Digital EX
DTS:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS Virtual:X
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
IMAX Enhanced
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

Onkyo TX-SR383 comes with 4 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

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/60p (4:4:4) video signal.
• 4K Upscaling on Sony STR-ZA3000ES: It can upscale up to 4K/60p from HDMI sources.
• BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on Onkyo TX-SR383 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)

Onkyo TX-SR383 supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision.

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.

VIDEO FEATURES	Onkyo TX-SR383	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/60p (4:4:4)	up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
Video Signal Upscaling		up to 4K/60p

TERMINALS	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
HDMI Inputs	4	6 (1 front)
HDMI Outputs	1	2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
8K Inputs
USB Input	1 (Front)	1 (Front) for update and setting
USB DC Out Port
Optical Inputs	1	2
Optical Outputs
Coaxial Inputs	1	1
RCA Line Inputs	3	4
RCA Line Outputs
XLR Line Inputs
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input
RCA Pre-Outs	0.2	7.2
XLR Pre-outs
Composite Video Inputs	2	2
Composite Video Outputs	1	1
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs		2
Component Video Outputs		1

GENERAL	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Brand	Onkyo	Sony
Series		ES
Model	TX-SR383	STR-ZA3000ES
Type	A/V Receiver	A/V Receiver
Country	North America	Others
Release Year	2018	2016
Predecessor	Onkyo TX-SR373
Successor	Onkyo TX-SR393	Sony STR-ZA3100ES

AMPLIFIER	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Channels	7.2	7.2
Power Output	80 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
Dynamic Audio Amplification
Non-Phase Shift Amplifier
VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry)
Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
THX™ Certification
Continuous 6 Ω Rated
Certified 4 Ω Performance
Discrete Output Stage Circuitry
Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)
Bi-amp Capability
BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging)

AUDIO FEATURES	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
DAC Specs	192 kHz/24 Bit
Maximum Channel Processing	7.1	7.1
Air Studios Monitor Certification
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Surround Upmixer
Dolby Pro Logic		PLIIx
Dolby Digital EX
THX Listening Modes
Surround EX
DTS:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS Virtual:X
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
IMAX Enhanced
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
360 Reality Audio
PCM	2-ch/Multi-ch Input	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
Music Playback via USB	WMA, MP3, AAC
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network
DSD via HDMI	2-ch	2-ch/Multi-ch Input
DSD via USB
DSD to PCM Converter
USB DAC
Jitter Reduction
DTS Dialogue Control
Dialog Enhancement
Dialog normalization
Dialogue Lift		Center Speaker Lift Up
Digital Legato Linear
In-Ceiling Speaker Mode
Sound Optimizer
Tone Control	Front L/R 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
Phase-Matching Bass Boost
Direct Mode
Pure Audio Mode
Pure Direct Analog Path Mode
Pure Direct Mode
Virtual Speakers

CALIBRATION	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.	AccuEQ	Advanced D.C.A.C.
Calibration Microphone		Mono
Speaker Relocation
Automatic Phase Matching

VIDEO FEATURES	Onkyo TX-SR383	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/60p (4:4:4)	up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
Video Signal Upscaling		up to 4K/60p
Analog To HDMI Upconversion
isf Certified Calibration Control

CONNECTIVITY	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth	SBC, AAC
Works with Amazon Alexa
Chromecast Built-In
Works with SonoS
DTS Play-Fi
MHL Input
DLNA 1.5
AirPlay
Apple Product Connection
Remote App
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue

TERMINALS	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
HDMI Inputs	4	6 (1 front)
HDMI Outputs	1	2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
8K Inputs
USB Input	1 (Front)	1 (Front) for update and setting
USB DC Out Port
Optical Inputs	1	2
Optical Outputs
Coaxial Inputs	1	1
RCA Line Inputs	3	4
RCA Line Outputs
XLR Line Inputs
Phono Input
Multi-Channel Input
RCA Pre-Outs	0.2	7.2
XLR Pre-outs
Composite Video Inputs	2	2
Composite Video Outputs	1	1
S-Video Inputs
S-Video Outputs
Component Video Inputs		2
Component Video Outputs		1
Ethernet
Ethernet Switch		8-Port Gigabit
PC In
Front A/V Inputs	USB	HDMI, USB
Speaker A/B
Headphone Out	6.3 mm (1/4")
Detachable Power Cord
uport

ZONES	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Number of Zones	2	3
Powered Zones	2	2
Zone 2 Outs		HDMI, Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out
Zone 3 Outs		RCA Pre/Line Out
Whole House Mode
RS-232C Interface
+12V Trigger Output	0	3 (80 mA)
Remote (IR) Input/Output	0 / 0	1 / 2

MISCELLANEOUS	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
On-Screen Display	via HDMI	Graphical User Interface
GUI Languages		3
ONKYO-RI System Control
RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI)

RADIO	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Analog Tuner	FM/AM	FM/AM
Presets	30	60 (30/30)
Digital Radio
Internet Radio
Pandora
Spotify
Tidal
Deezer
Napster
SiriusXM

CONSTRUCTION	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Solid Aluminum Front
Speaker Terminals	7	7
Large Speaker Terminals	2	7
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
Gold plated RCA terminals

POWER	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Power Supply	AC 120 V, 60 Hz	AC 230 V, 50 Hz
Independent Power Supply
H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply)
Toroidal Transformer
Power Consumption	270 W	290 W
Standby Power	0.2 W	0.3 W

PHYSICAL	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Dimensions (W x H x D)	435 mm x 168 mm x 326.5 mm 17" x 6-1/2" x 13"	430 mm x 174 mm x 410 mm 17" x 6-7/8" x 16-1/4"
Weight	8.2 kg (18.1 lb 10 oz)	13.4 kg (29 lbs. 9 oz.)

SPECIFICATIONS	Onkyo TX-SR383	Sony STR-ZA3000ES
Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)	80 W (0.08% 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)		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)	155 W (10% THD)
THD	0.06% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, 1 Channel Driven, 50 W)
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)	200 mV/47 kΩ	150 mV/50 kΩ
Rated Preout Level and Impedance		2 V/1 kΩ (All channels and Subwoofer)
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)	106 dB	105 dB (20 kHz LPF, 500 mV)
S/N Ratio (digital)		96 dB (20 kHz LPF)
Frequency Response (Analog In)	5 Hz - 100 kHz/0 dB, -3 dB (Direct)	10 Hz - 100 kHz/±3 dB
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI	2.8 MHz	2.8 MHz
Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance	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)
Bluetooth Version	3.0
Bluetooth Frequency	2.4 GHz
USB Terminal	Ver. 2.0, 5 V, 1 A
FM Frequency	87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz	87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
AM Frequency	530 kHz - 1710 kHz	531 kHz - 1602 kHz
Warranty	2 Years	5 Years

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