Marantz AV7706 vs Sony STR-AZ5000ES
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Choosing between the Marantz AV7706 and Sony STR-AZ5000ES? 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 Marantz AV7706 scores higher in value, audio quality, form factor, room fit. The Sony STR-AZ5000ES leads in volume/SPL. They score similarly in gaming performance, ease of use, future-proofing.
For audio processing, these receivers feature different room correction systems (MultEQ XT32 vs D.C.A.C. IX). Room correction compensates for acoustic problems caused by room dimensions, furniture, and surfaces. Dirac Live applies time-domain FIR correction across the full spectrum; MultEQ XT32 measures at 32,768 frequency points.
The Marantz AV7706 holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the Sony STR-AZ5000ES 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.
For most home theaters, the Marantz AV7706 is the stronger choice — it leads in 4 of 8 scored dimensions. The Sony STR-AZ5000ES makes more sense if you prioritize the 1 dimension where it leads.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Channel Count | 11.2 | 11.2 |
| Powered Channels | — | 11 |
| Max Processing Ch | 11.2 | — |
| Amplifier Class | — | AB |
| Watts/Ch (8Ω) | — | 120W |
| Watts/Ch (6Ω) | — | — |
| Min Impedance | — | 4-ohm |
| HDMI Inputs | 8 | 6 |
| HDMI Outputs | 3 | 2 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| 4K/120Hz | Yes | Yes |
| 8K/60Hz | Yes | No |
| eARC | Yes | 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 | No | Yes |
| Auro-3D | Yes | No |
| Room Correction | MultEQ XT32 | D.C.A.C. IX |
| Room Corr. Tier | REFERENCE | REFERENCE |
| Dirac Live | No | No |
| Dirac Bass Control | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| BT Transmit | No | No |
| AirPlay 2 | Yes | Yes |
| Google Cast | No | Yes |
| Spotify Connect | No | Yes |
| Roon Tested | No | 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 | No | Yes |
| Siri/HomeKit | No | No |
| Works with Sonos | No | No |
| Wireless Rears | No | Yes |
| Zone 2 | Yes | Yes |
| Zone 3 | Yes | Yes |
| Zone 4 | No | No |
| Coax Digital In | 2 | 1 |
| Optical Digital In | 2 | 2 |
| Phono Input | Yes | Yes |
| USB Input | Yes | Yes |
| Sub Outputs | 2 | 2 |
| Pre-Out Channels | 11 | 11 |
| Headphone Out | Yes | No |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| Speaker Terminals | — | Binding Posts |
| Remote App | Yes | Yes |
| AM/FM Tuner | AM/FM | FM only |
Key Differences
- Room Correction: Marantz AV7706 at MultEQ XT32 vs Sony STR-AZ5000ES at D.C.A.C. IX. Room correction compensates for acoustic problems caused by room dimensions, furniture, and surfaces. Dirac Live applies time-domain FIR correction across the full spectrum; MultEQ XT32 measures at 32,768 frequency points.
- Coax Digital In: Marantz AV7706 at 2 vs Sony STR-AZ5000ES at 1
- HDMI Outputs: Marantz AV7706 at 3 vs Sony STR-AZ5000ES at 2
- HDMI Inputs: Marantz AV7706 at 8 vs Sony STR-AZ5000ES at 6
- Powered Channels: Marantz AV7706 at — vs Sony STR-AZ5000ES at 11
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Marantz AV7706 if you want:
- + better hdmi inputs
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