Denon AVR-S760H vs Sony STR-AZ1000ES
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Choosing between the Denon AVR-S760H and Sony STR-AZ1000ES? Both compete in the AVR / Receiver segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The Denon AVR-S760H scores higher in value, volume/SPL, form factor, room fit. The Sony STR-AZ1000ES leads in audio quality. They score similarly in gaming performance, ease of use, future-proofing.
For audio processing, these receivers feature channel configurations of 7.1 vs 7.2 and different room correction systems (MultEQ vs D.C.A.C. IX). Room correction quality can make a dramatic difference in your listening experience.
The Denon AVR-S760H holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the Sony STR-AZ1000ES may still be the better pick depending on which specs matter most to your setup. See the detailed comparison table below for the full breakdown.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Channel Count | 7.1 | 7.2 |
| Powered Channels | 7 | 7 |
| Max Processing Ch | 7.1 | — |
| Amplifier Class | AB | AB |
| Watts/Ch (8Ω) | 75W | 70W |
| Watts/Ch (6Ω) | — | — |
| Min Impedance | 4-ohm | 4-ohm |
| HDMI Inputs | 6 | 6 |
| HDMI Outputs | 1 | 2 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| 4K/120Hz | Yes | Yes |
| 8K/60Hz | Yes | No |
| eARC | No | Yes |
| ALLM | Yes | Yes |
| VRR | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Vision | Yes | No |
| HDR10 | Yes | No |
| HDR10+ | Yes | No |
| HLG | Yes | No |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| Atmos Height Virt. | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby TrueHD | Yes | Yes |
| DTS:X | Yes | Yes |
| DTS Virtual:X | Yes | Yes |
| DTS-HD Master | Yes | Yes |
| Auro-3D | No | No |
| Room Correction | MultEQ | D.C.A.C. IX |
| Room Corr. Tier | BASIC | REFERENCE |
| Dirac Live | No | No |
| Dirac Bass Control | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| BT Transmit | No | No |
| AirPlay 2 | No | Yes |
| Google Cast | No | Yes |
| Spotify Connect | Yes | Yes |
| Roon Tested | Yes | No |
| HEOS | Yes | No |
| MusicCast | No | No |
| DTS Play-Fi | No | No |
| BluOS | No | No |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Alexa Built-in | No | No |
| Google Assistant | Yes | Yes |
| Siri/HomeKit | No | No |
| Works with Sonos | No | No |
| Wireless Rears | No | Yes |
| Zone 2 | Yes | Yes |
| Zone 3 | No | Yes |
| Zone 4 | No | No |
| Coax Digital In | 0 | 1 |
| Optical Digital In | 2 | 1 |
| Phono Input | Yes | No |
| USB Input | Yes | Yes |
| Sub Outputs | 2 | 2 |
| Pre-Out Channels | 0 | 0 |
| Headphone Out | Yes | Yes |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| Speaker Terminals | Binding Posts | Binding Posts |
| Remote App | Yes | Yes |
| AM/FM Tuner | AM/FM | FM only |
Key Differences
- Room Correction: Denon AVR-S760H at MultEQ vs Sony STR-AZ1000ES at D.C.A.C. IX
- HDMI Outputs: Denon AVR-S760H at 1 vs Sony STR-AZ1000ES at 2
- Optical Digital In: Denon AVR-S760H at 2 vs Sony STR-AZ1000ES at 1
- Watts/Ch (8Ω): Denon AVR-S760H at 75W vs Sony STR-AZ1000ES at 70W
- Channel Count: Denon AVR-S760H at 7.1 vs Sony STR-AZ1000ES at 7.2
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Denon AVR-S760H if you want:
- + better watts/ch (8ω)
Choose Sony STR-AZ1000ES if you want:
- + more channels
See Where These Rank
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