Denon DRA-900H vs Onkyo TX-NR5100
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Choosing between the Denon DRA-900H and Onkyo TX-NR5100? 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 DRA-900H scores higher in ease of use, future-proofing. The Onkyo TX-NR5100 leads in value, audio quality, volume/SPL, form factor, room fit. They score similarly in gaming performance.
For audio processing, these receivers feature channel configurations of 2.1 vs 7.2 and different room correction systems (Audyssey MultEQ vs AccuEQ + AccuReflex). Room correction quality can make a dramatic difference in your listening experience.
The Onkyo TX-NR5100 holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the Denon DRA-900H 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 | 2.1 | 7.2 |
| Powered Channels | 2 | 7 |
| Max Processing Ch | 2.1 | — |
| Amplifier Class | AB | AB |
| Watts/Ch (8Ω) | 100W | 150W |
| Watts/Ch (6Ω) | — | — |
| Min Impedance | 4-ohm | 4-ohm |
| HDMI Inputs | 6 | 4 |
| HDMI Outputs | 1 | 2 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| 4K/120Hz | Yes | Yes |
| 8K/60Hz | Yes | Yes |
| eARC | Yes | Yes |
| ALLM | Yes | Yes |
| VRR | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Vision | No | Yes |
| HDR10 | Yes | Yes |
| HDR10+ | Yes | Yes |
| HLG | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| Atmos Height Virt. | No | Yes |
| Dolby TrueHD | Yes | No |
| DTS:X | No | Yes |
| DTS Virtual:X | No | Yes |
| DTS-HD Master | No | No |
| Auro-3D | No | No |
| Room Correction | Audyssey MultEQ | AccuEQ + AccuReflex |
| Room Corr. Tier | — | BASIC |
| Dirac Live | No | No |
| Dirac Bass Control | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| BT Transmit | Yes | Yes |
| AirPlay 2 | Yes | Yes |
| Google Cast | No | Yes |
| Spotify Connect | Yes | Yes |
| Roon Tested | Yes | Yes |
| HEOS | Yes | No |
| MusicCast | No | No |
| DTS Play-Fi | No | Yes |
| BluOS | No | No |
| Ethernet | Yes | No |
| Alexa Built-in | No | No |
| Google Assistant | No | Yes |
| Siri/HomeKit | No | No |
| Works with Sonos | No | Yes |
| Wireless Rears | No | No |
| Zone 2 | Yes | Yes |
| Zone 3 | No | No |
| Zone 4 | No | No |
| Coax Digital In | 1 | 1 |
| Optical Digital In | 2 | 1 |
| Phono Input | Yes | Yes |
| USB Input | Yes | Yes |
| Sub Outputs | 2 | 2 |
| Pre-Out Channels | 2 | 0 |
| Headphone Out | Yes | No |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| Speaker Terminals | Binding Posts | Binding Posts |
| Remote App | Yes | Yes |
| AM/FM Tuner | AM/FM | AM/FM |
Key Differences
- Room Correction: Denon DRA-900H at Audyssey MultEQ vs Onkyo TX-NR5100 at AccuEQ + AccuReflex
- Powered Channels: Denon DRA-900H at 2 vs Onkyo TX-NR5100 at 7
- Channel Count: Denon DRA-900H at 2.1 vs Onkyo TX-NR5100 at 7.2
- HDMI Outputs: Denon DRA-900H at 1 vs Onkyo TX-NR5100 at 2
- Optical Digital In: Denon DRA-900H at 2 vs Onkyo TX-NR5100 at 1
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Denon DRA-900H if you want:
- + better hdmi inputs
Choose Onkyo TX-NR5100 if you want:
- + more channels
- + better watts/ch (8ω)
See Where These Rank
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