Denon AVC-X3800H vs Sony STR-DH790

      Denon AVC-X3800H

      Sony STR-DH790
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      Highlights

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

      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 90 W (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough
      • Bluetooth

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Denon AVC-X3800H
      4. Advantage of Sony STR-DH790
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Amplifier
      7. Speaker Configurations
      8. Immersive Audio Formats
      9. HDMI
      10. Inputs and Outputs
      11. Evaluations
      12. Specifications

      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Denon AVC-X3800H to Sony STR-DH790 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 AVC-X3800H has 9 channel and the Sony STR-DH790 has 7 channel amplifiers with Denon AVC-X3800H's being more powerful.


      Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790

      Denon AVC-X3800H was introduced in 2022. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.4 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X 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.

      Sony STR-DH790 was introduced in 2018. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 90 W (6 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.

      We evaluated Denon AVC-X3800H and Sony STR-DH790 and gave them scores of 91 and 73 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.

      Denon AVC-X3800H

      Sony STR-DH790

      Amplifier
      89
      Amplifier
      67
      Audio Features
      93
      Audio Features
      84
      Video Features
      100
      Video Features
      94
      Connectivity
      90
      Connectivity
      62
      Zones
      84
      Zones
      55
      Radio
      82
      Radio
      36
      OVERALL
      91
      OVERALL
      73

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Denon AVC-X3800H and Sony STR-DH790.

      PROS

      Denon AVC-X3800H

      Sony STR-DH790

      •   11.4 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
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   HEOS
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   6 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Analog Tuner

      CONS

      Denon AVC-X3800H

      Sony STR-DH790

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Analog Tuner
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No 360 Reality Audio
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   4 HDMI Inputs
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No USB Input
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Ethernet
      •   No Zones
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal


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

      AVERAGE

      Denon AVC-X3800H

      Sony STR-DH790

      •   9.4 Channels
      •   Power Output - 105 W
      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   2 Zones
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 90 W
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      3. Advantage of Denon AVC-X3800H

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVC-X3800H over Sony STR-DH790.

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      Denon AVC-X3800H vs Sony STR-DH790
      More Channels 9.4 vs 7.2
      Higher Power Output 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 90 W (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Certified 4 Ω Performance vs
      More Channel Processing 11.4 vs 7.1
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      Dolby Atmos Music vs
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      IMAX Enhanced vs
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer Built-In vs
      DTS Dialog Control vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      Audyssey LFC vs
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT vs
      HDR10+ vs
      Dynamic HDR vs
      Newer HDCP Version 2.3 vs 2.2
      Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through vs
      VRR vs
      QFT vs
      Video Signal Passthrough up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 vs up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 vs
      isf Certified Calibration Control vs
      Wi-Fi vs
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      DLNA 1.5 vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs
      More HDMI Inputs 6 vs 4
      More HDMI Outputs 3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2) vs 1
      More 8K Inputs 6 vs
      USB Input 1 Front for USB memory vs 1 Rear for Firmware Update and power Supply
      More Optical Inputs 2 vs 1
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 2 vs 1
      More RCA Line Inputs 6 vs 4
      Phono Input vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 11.4 vs 0.2
      Ethernet vs
      Front A/V Inputs USB vs
      Detachable Power Cord vs
      More Zones 2 vs 1
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output 1 vs
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 1 vs 0 / 0
      Spotify vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Napster vs
      More Speaker Terminals 11 vs 7
      More Large Speaker Terminals 11 vs 2
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Bigger Power Supply 660 W vs 240 W
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 135 W (0.7% THD) vs 105 W (0.9% THD)
      Higher S/N Ratio (digital) 102 dB vs 100 dB (20 kHz LPF)
      Longer Warranty 3 Years vs 2 Years
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      4. Advantage of Sony STR-DH790

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony STR-DH790 over Denon AVC-X3800H.

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      USB DC Out Port vs
      Analog Tuner vs FM
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 100 dB vs 105 dB (500 mV)

      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 Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 up to 5.1.2 or 7.1
        DTS:X up to 7.1.4 up to 5.1.2 or 7.1
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and Dirac Live (upgrade) Advanced D.C.A.C.
        HDR10
        Dolby Vision
        eARC
        New HDCP Version2.32.2
        Bluetooth SBC SBC, AAC
      WEAKNESSES Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No Composite Video Inputs
        No Digital Radio
        No Pandora

      6. Amplifier

      Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790

      9 channel Amplifier: Denon AVC-X3800H features 9 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.

      7 channel Amplifier: Sony STR-DH790 features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 90 W (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).


        AMPLIFIER Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        Channels9.47.2
        Power Output105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)90 W (6 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 assignable

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Denon AVC-X3800H's and Sony STR-DH790's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Denon AVC-X3800H: 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 7.4.2 with internal amplifier and 7.4.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • Sony STR-DH790: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Denon AVC-X3800H: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 7.4.2 with internal amplifier and 7.4.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • Sony STR-DH790: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Denon AVC-X3800H: 5.4, 7.4 with internal amplifier.
        • Sony STR-DH790: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are 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.

        8. Immersive Audio Formats

        Dolby Atmos

        Denon AVC-X3800H and Sony STR-DH790 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: Denon AVC-X3800H 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 AVC-X3800H and Sony STR-DH790 support DTS:X.

        • 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: Denon AVC-X3800H 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 AVC-X3800H 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 AVC-X3800H supports Auro-3D.

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

        IMAX Enhanced

        Denon AVC-X3800H 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 AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 up to 5.1.2 or 7.1
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X up to 7.1.4 up to 5.1.2 or 7.1
        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 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer Built-In

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        9. HDMI

        Denon AVC-X3800H comes with 6 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 3 outputs - 2 x 8K for MAIN and 1 x 4K for ZONE2.

        Sony STR-DH790 comes with 4 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

        • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Denon AVC-X3800H: All inputs pass up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
          4K/60Hz Passthrough on Sony STR-DH790: All inputs pass up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4) video signal.
        • 8K Upscaling on Denon AVC-X3800H: It can upscale up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 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 both models).
        • HDCP Copy Protection: Denon AVC-X3800H is HDCP 2.3 and Sony STR-DH790 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.

        HDR (High Dynamic Range)

        Denon AVC-X3800H supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dynamic HDR and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

        Sony STR-DH790 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision 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)

        Denon AVC-X3800H and Sony STR-DH790 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

        Denon AVC-X3800H supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.32.2
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
        Video Signal Upscaling 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 Denon AVC-X3800H with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Denon AVC-X3800H has 11.4 preamplifier outputs which allows you to connect the 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 receiver to power the rest. Also, Denon AVC-X3800H has 11 channel processing but has only 9 channel amplifier, so it needs external amplifier connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach its maximum speaker configuration.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 6 pair of line inputs on Denon AVC-X3800H and 4 pair of line inputs on Sony STR-DH790 for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Denon AVC-X3800H and 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Sony STR-DH790 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:
        • Denon AVC-X3800H
          Inputs:           6   Outputs: 3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
          8K Inputs: 6.
        • Sony STR-DH790
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 0.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Denon AVC-X3800H: USB
        • Sony STR-DH790: None

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        TERMINALS Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        HDMI Inputs64
        HDMI Outputs3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)1
        8K Inputs6
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 Rear for Firmware Update and power Supply
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs21
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs21
        RCA Line Inputs64
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.40.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs
        Composite Video Outputs
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs
        Component Video Outputs

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Denon AVC-X3800H and Sony STR-DH790 and gave them scores of 91 and 73 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.


        Denon AVC-X3800H

        Sony STR-DH790

        OVERALL
        91
        OVERALL
        73

        Amplifier

        EXCELLENT
        89
        •   9.4 Channels
        •   Power Output - 105 W
        AVERAGE
        67
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Power Output - 90 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        93
        •   9.4 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   11.4 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   IMAX Enhanced
        •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI
        GOOD
        84
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   No 360 Reality Audio
        •   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
        EXCELLENT
        94
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough

        Connectivity

        EXCELLENT
        90
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   HEOS
        •   6 HDMI Inputs
        •   4 HDMI Outputs
        •   6 8K Inputs
        •   USB Input
        •   Many RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   No Composite Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2
        AVERAGE
        62
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   No Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   4 HDMI Inputs
        •   1 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   No USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   No Composite Video Inputs
        •   No Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2

        Zones

        GOOD
        84
        •   2 Zones
        AVERAGE
        55
        •   No Zones

        Radio

        GOOD
        82
        •   No Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        BAD
        36
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   No Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        BrandDenonSony
        ModelAVC-X3800HSTR-DH790
        TypeA/V AmplifierA/V Receiver
        CountryUKUSA, Canada and Taiwan
        Release Year20222018
        PredecessorDenon AVC-X3700H Sony STR-DH770
        AMPLIFIER Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        Channels9.47.2
        Power Output105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)90 W (6 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 Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        DACAKM
        DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing11.47.1
        D.D.S.C. HD Digital
        Alpha Processing
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 up to 5.1.2 or 7.1
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X up to 7.1.4 up to 5.1.2 or 7.1
        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 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer Built-In
        360 Reality Audio
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple 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
        Digital Legato Linear
        In-Ceiling Speaker Mode
        OP Processing
        Sound Optimizer
        Tone Control All Channels
        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 AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and Dirac Live (upgrade) Advanced D.C.A.C.
        Calibration MicrophoneMono
        Speaker Relocation
        Automatic Phase Matching
        Audyssey App Support
        Optimized Bass Redirection
        Bass Sync
        VIDEO FEATURES Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDMI Version2.1
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.32.2
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC SBC, AAC
        Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Google Assistant
        Chromecast Built-In
        Apple Siri
        Works with SonoS
        HEOS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        Music Connect
        Remote Monitoring with ihiji
        AirPlay AirPlay 2
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad
        Remote App
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        HDMI Inputs64
        HDMI Outputs3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)1
        8K Inputs6
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 Rear for Firmware Update and power Supply
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs21
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs21
        RCA Line Inputs64
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.40.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs
        Composite Video Outputs
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs
        Component Video Outputs
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsUSB
        Speaker A/B assignable
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        ZONES Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        Number of Zones21
        Powered Zones 2
        Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Pre Out
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output1
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 10 / 0
        MISCELLANEOUS Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User Interface Graphical User Interface (Only through HDMI)
        GUI Languages9
        Web Control
        IP Control
        Control4 SDDP
        PreAmp Mode
        Display 1 line
        Remote ControllerRC-1253
        Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
        Denon Link HD
        Setup Assistant
        Quick Select plus / Quick Select /
        RADIO Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        Analog Tuner FM
        Presets30
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio TuneIn
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        Front Panelnot Metal
        Speaker Terminals117
        Large Speaker Terminals112
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        High Grade Audio Components
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        Power SupplyAC 230 V, 50/60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Power Consumption660 W240 W
        No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 60 W/100 W
        Standby Power0.1 W0.3 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power off
        PHYSICAL Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        Dimensions (W x H x D)434 mm x 167 mm x 389 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 236 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")        		430 mm x 133 mm x 297 mm
        17" x 5-1/4" x 11-3/4"
        Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)519 mm x 242 mm x 478 mm
        21.2" x 10.1" x 19.0"
        Weight12.5 kg (27.6 lbs)7.4 kg (16 lbs. 6 oz.)
        Weight of Package15.1 kg (33.3 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS Denon AVC-X3800H Sony STR-DH790
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)105 W (0.08% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)90 W (0.09% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)135 W (0.7% THD)105 W (0.9% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)145 W (0.9% 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)
        Phono Distortion0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ500 mV/50 kΩ
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance2 V/1 kΩ (Subwoofer)
        Rated Lineout Level and Impedance1.2 V
        Rated Output digital2 V (at 0 dB playback)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)100 dB105 dB (500 mV)
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 dB
        S/N Ratio (digital)102 dB100 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/+0.5 dB, -2 dB
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
        Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version4․24․2
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 AType A, Ver. 2.0, 5 V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
        Warranty3 Years2 Years

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

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