Denon AVR-X3800H vs Marantz CINEMA 40
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Choosing between the Denon AVR-X3800H and Marantz CINEMA 40? 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-X3800H scores higher in value, form factor, room fit. The Marantz CINEMA 40 leads in audio quality, volume/SPL. They score similarly in gaming performance, ease of use, future-proofing.
These two AVR / Receiver options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Channel Count | 11.4 | 11.4 |
| Powered Channels | 9 | 9 |
| Max Processing Ch | 11.4 | 11.4 |
| Amplifier Class | AB | AB |
| Watts/Ch (8Ω) | 105W | 125W |
| Watts/Ch (6Ω) | — | — |
| Min Impedance | 4-ohm | 4-ohm |
| HDMI Inputs | 6 | 7 |
| HDMI Outputs | 3 | 3 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| 4K/120Hz | Yes | Yes |
| 8K/60Hz | Yes | Yes |
| eARC | No | Yes |
| ALLM | Yes | Yes |
| VRR | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Vision | Yes | Yes |
| HDR10 | Yes | Yes |
| HDR10+ | Yes | Yes |
| HLG | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Yes | No |
| Room Correction | MultEQ XT32 | MultEQ XT32 |
| Room Corr. Tier | REFERENCE | REFERENCE |
| Dirac Live | No | No |
| Dirac Bass Control | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| BT Transmit | Yes | Yes |
| AirPlay 2 | No | No |
| Google Cast | No | No |
| Spotify Connect | Yes | Yes |
| Roon Tested | Yes | Yes |
| HEOS | Yes | Yes |
| MusicCast | No | No |
| DTS Play-Fi | No | No |
| BluOS | No | No |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Alexa Built-in | No | Yes |
| Google Assistant | No | Yes |
| Siri/HomeKit | No | Yes |
| Works with Sonos | No | No |
| Wireless Rears | No | No |
| Zone 2 | Yes | Yes |
| Zone 3 | No | Yes |
| Zone 4 | No | No |
| Coax Digital In | 2 | 2 |
| Optical Digital In | 2 | 2 |
| Phono Input | Yes | Yes |
| USB Input | Yes | Yes |
| Sub Outputs | 4 | 4 |
| Pre-Out Channels | 11 | 11 |
| Headphone Out | Yes | Yes |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| Speaker Terminals | Binding Posts | Binding Posts |
| Remote App | Yes | Yes |
| AM/FM Tuner | AM/FM | AM/FM |
Key Differences
- Watts/Ch (8Ω): Denon AVR-X3800H at 105W vs Marantz CINEMA 40 at 125W
- HDMI Inputs: Denon AVR-X3800H at 6 vs Marantz CINEMA 40 at 7
- eARC: Denon AVR-X3800H at No vs Marantz CINEMA 40 at Yes
- Auro-3D: Denon AVR-X3800H at Yes vs Marantz CINEMA 40 at No
- Alexa Built-in: Denon AVR-X3800H at No vs Marantz CINEMA 40 at Yes
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Marantz CINEMA 40 if you want:
- + better watts/ch (8ω)
- + better hdmi inputs
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how Denon AVR-X3800H and Marantz CINEMA 40 compare to the rest of the field.
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