Denon AVR-X3100W

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    Highlights

    • 7.2 Channels
    • 7.1 Channel Processing
    • 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
    • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
    • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet

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    1. Overview

    Denon AVR-X3100W was introduced in 2014. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

    We evaluated the a/v receiver and gave 81 overall score out of 100. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

    Amplifier
    88
    Audio Features
    73
    Video Features
    75
    Connectivity
    83
    Zones
    84
    Radio
    89
    OVERALL
    81

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


    Here is a history of the series, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the receivers.

    Evolution of the series
    Model Year Chann. Power Dolby Atmos DTS:X HDR10 HDR10+ Dolby Vision Pass. Price
    AVR-X3800H Image cannot be found 2022 9.4 105 W 8K
    AVR-X3700H Image cannot be found 2020 9.2 105 W 8K
    AVR-X3600H Image cannot be found 2019 9.2 105 W 4K
    AVR-X3500H Image cannot be found 2018 7.2 105 W 4K
    AVR-X3400H Image cannot be found 2017 7.2 105 W 4K
    AVR-X3300W Image cannot be found 2016 7.2 105 W 4K
    AVR-X3200W Image cannot be found 2015 7.2 105 W 4K
    AVR-X3100W Image cannot be found 2014 7.2 105 W 4K

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Denon AVR-X3800H vs AVR-X3700H vs AVR-X3600H vs AVR-X3500H vs AVR-X3400H vs AVR-X3300W.

    2. Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Denon AVR-X3100W.

    PROs

    •   DSD via HDMI
    •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
    •   New HDCP Version
    •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
    •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
    •   Wi-Fi
    •   Bluetooth
    •   8 HDMI Inputs
    •   USB Input
    •   RCA Pre-Outs
    •   Composite Video Inputs
    •   Component Video Inputs
    •   Ethernet
    •   Analog Tuner
    •   Pandora
    •   Spotify

    CONs

    •   No Front Wide Channel Support
    •   No Dolby Atmos
    •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
    •   No DTS:X
    •   No IMAX Enhanced
    •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
    •   No HDR10
    •   No HDR10+
    •   No Dolby Vision
    •   No eARC
    •   No 8K Passthrough
    •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
    •   0 8K Input
    •   No Phono Input
    •   No Digital Radio
    •   No Tidal
    •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR

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

    AVERAGE

    •   7.2 Channels
    •   Power Output - 105 W
    •   7.1 Channel Processing
    •   3 HDMI Outputs
    •   RCA Line Inputs
    •   2 Zones

    3. Denon 2014 Lineup

    In 2014 Denon released 5 new receivers. Here is the lineup:

    Denon 2014 Lineup
    ModelChannelsPowerMax. Ch. Proc.Pre OutsImmersive AudioZones Price
    AVR-X5200W Image cannot be found 9.2140 W11.213.2Dolby Atmos
    Auro 3D
    3
    AVR-X4100W Image cannot be found 7.2125 W9.213.2Dolby Atmos
    Auro 3D
    3
    AVR-X3100W Image cannot be found 7.2105 W7.17.22
    AVR-X2100W Image cannot be found 7.295 W7.12
    AVR-X1100W Image cannot be found 7.280 W7.12

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Denon AVR-X5200W vs AVR-X4100W vs AVR-X3100W vs AVR-X2100W vs AVR-X1100W.

    4. Amplifier

    7 channel Amplifier

    Denon AVR-X3100W features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      AMPLIFIER
      Channels7.2
      Power Output105 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
      Bi-amp Capability assignable

      5. Speaker Configurations

      Denon AVR-X3100W's 7 channel amplifier can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Configurations: Available configurations are:
      • 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Denon AVR-X3100W allows you 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.

      6. Immersive Audio Formats

      Audyssey DSX

      Audyssey DSX allows you to augment a standard five-channel home theater with either two Front Wide or two Front High speakers. The Wide channels create an expansive soundstage and bring out convincing directional effects. Alternatively, Height channels can add a vertical dimension to movie and game soundtracks.


      DECODING
      Dolby Atmos
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic PLIIz
      Dolby Digital EX
      Surround EX
      DTS:X
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo Neo:X
      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

      7. HDMI

      Denon AVR-X3100W features 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs: 1 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2.

      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: All inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
      • 4K Upscaling: Denon AVR-X3100W can upscale up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
      • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: The a/v receiver supports video upconversion, so you can connect your analog Component and Composite video sources and Denon AVR-X3100W will output them via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
      • HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection: All inputs and outputs are HDCP 2.2 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
      • 3D Ready: Denon AVR-X3100W is able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

      Gaming Features

      Denon AVR-X3100W supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



      VIDEO FEATURES
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.2
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4

      8. Room Calibration

      Denon AVR-X3100W comes with Audyssey MultEQ XT + PRO room correction system and includes the calibration microphone.

      • Audyssey Room Calibration: Audyssey is an acoustic measurement technology which automatically restores the acoustic distortion caused by the acoustic behaviour of a room with only a push on a button. Audyssey equalization provides an clear, accurate, natural sound with voices and dialog that become focused and intelligible, restoring the musical balance. Musical instruments and sound effects become precisely localized and the surround soundstage is made seamless and enveloping.

      9. Multi-zone Playback

      Denon AVR-X3100W offers multi-zone playback which allows you to play different input sources in 2 different rooms.


      Zone 2

      • Powered Zone 2: You can use the unit's 2 amplifier channels by connecting Zone 2 speakers directly to the speaker terminals. The remaining 5 channels will be left for main zone amplification.
      • HDMI Output: Denon AVR-X3100W offers HDMI output for Zone 2. This means that it can send two different HDMI signals to two displays.
      • Audio Pre Output: If you have a dedicated power amplifier for Zone 2 you can connect it to the a/v receiver via pre outs and control volume from the a/v receiver.
      ZONES
      Number of Zones2
      Powered Zones 2
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Pre Out
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output1
      Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 1

      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Analog Pre-Outs: Denon AVR-X3100W has 7.2 preamplifier outputs which allow you to connect the a/v receiver to the external power amplifier. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the a/v receiver to power the rest.
      • Analog Line Inputs: There are 5 line inputs for analog audio connection.
      • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available for digital audio connection.
      • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel.

      Video

      • HDMI:
      • Inputs: 8 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs: 0
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Inputs: 3   Outputs: 0
      • 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. Denon AVR-X3100W supports up to 1080p resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Inputs: 2   Outputs: 1

      Front A/V Inputs

      • HDMI, USB
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      TERMINALS
      HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs2
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs2
      RCA Line Inputs5
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs7.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs3
      Composite Video Outputs
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs2
      Component Video Outputs1

      11. Replaced by AVR-X3200W

      In 2015 Denon AVR-X3100W was replaced by Denon AVR-X3200W. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Denon AVR-X3100W and its successor.

      UPGRADES Denon AVR-X3200W vs Denon AVR-X3100W
      Dolby Atmos vs
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      DTS:X vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      DTS Dialog Control vs
      HDR10 vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 102 dB vs 100 dB
      DOWNGRADES Denon AVR-X3200W vs Denon AVR-X3100W
      Dolby Pro Logic vs PLIIz
      DTS Neo vs Neo:X
      Audyssey DSX vs
      Less Advanced Auto Speaker Calibration System Audyssey MultEQ XT vs Audyssey MultEQ XT + PRO

      For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Denon AVR-X3100W vs AVR-X3200W.

      12. Evaluation

      We evaluate Denon AVR-X3100W and give score of 81 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 6 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.


      OVERALL
      81

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      88

      We give Denon AVR-X3100W a score of 88 for Amplifier features.

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 105 W

      Audio Features

      GOOD
      73

      We give Denon AVR-X3100W a score of 73 for Audio Features features.

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI

      Video Features

      GOOD
      75

      We give Denon AVR-X3100W a score of 75 for Video Features features.

      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

      Connectivity

      GOOD
      83

      We give Denon AVR-X3100W a score of 83 for Connectivity features.

      •   No eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR

      Zones

      GOOD
      84

      We give Denon AVR-X3100W a score of 84 for Zones features.

      •   2 Zones

      Radio

      EXCELLENT
      89

      We give Denon AVR-X3100W a score of 89 for Radio features.

      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   No Tidal

      13. Specifications

      GENERAL
      BrandDenon
      ModelAVR-X3100W
      TypeA/V Receiver
      CountryUSA
      Release Year2014
      SuccessorDenon AVR-X3200W
      AMPLIFIER
      Channels7.2
      Power Output105 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
      Bi-amp Capability assignable
      AUDIO FEATURES
      Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Enginemultiple Texas Instruments/ Aureus DSP processors
      DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing7.1
      D.D.S.C. HD Digital
      Alpha Processing
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic PLIIz
      Dolby Digital EX
      Surround EX
      DTS:X
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo Neo:X
      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
      PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
      Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
      High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
      Gapless Playback
      DSD via HDMI 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
      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
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT + PRO
      Audyssey App Support
      Optimized Bass Redirection
      Bass Sync
      VIDEO FEATURES
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.2
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite
      Component Video Upscaling
      Analog to Analog Video conversion
      Component Video Maximum Resolution1080p
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Chromecast Built-In
      Works with SonoS
      HEOS
      DTS Play-Fi
      MHL Input
      DLNA 1.5
      AirPlay AirPlay
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad
      Remote App Denon Remote App for iOS and Android devices
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS
      HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs2
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs2
      RCA Line Inputs5
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs7.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs3
      Composite Video Outputs
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs2
      Component Video Outputs1
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsHDMI, USB
      Speaker A/B assignable
      Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      ZONES
      Number of Zones2
      Powered Zones 2
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Pre Out
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output1
      Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 1
      MISCELLANEOUS
      On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User Interface
      GUI Languages3
      Control4 SDDP
      Display 1 line
      Remote ControllerRC-1192
      Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
      Denon Link HD
      Setup Assistant
      Quick Select plus / Quick Select /
      RADIO
      Analog Tuner FM/AM
      Digital Radio
      Internet Radio vTuner
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION
      Front PanelBrushed hairline metalized finish
      Speaker Terminals7
      Large Speaker Terminals7
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      High Grade Audio Components
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER
      Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      Power Consumption600 W
      No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 45 W/80 W
      Standby Power0.1 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power off
      PHYSICAL
      Dimensions (W x H x D)434 mm x 167 mm x 388 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 237 mm x 388 mm)
      17-3/32" x 6-37/64" x 15-9/32" (with antenna up: 17-3/32" x 9-21/64" x 15-9/32)
      Weight11.1 kg (26 lbs 4 oz)
      SPECIFICATIONS
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)105 W (0.08% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)135 W (0.7% THD)
      Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)215 W (10% THD)
      Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)180 W (1% THD)
      THD (Digital)0.008% (1 kHz, at 0 dB)
      Analog Distortion0.008% (20 Hz-20 kHz, Direct mode)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ
      Rated Output digital2 V (at 0 dB playback)
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)100 dB
      S/N Ratio (digital)102 dB
      Dynamic Range (digital)100 dB
      Frequency Response (Analog In)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
      DSD Sampling Rates via USB2.8 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)
      Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 60 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Component)
      Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency2.4 GHz
      Bluetooth Version2․1 + EDR
      Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
      USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 A
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
      FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)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 Frequency520 kHz - 1710 kHz
      AM Effective Sensitivity18 µV
      Warranty3 Years

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

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