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Best audio video receivers and amplifiers, ranked

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  1. Denon AVR-X1700H
    Best overall Denon

    Denon AVR-X1700H

    4.5/5 $698.99 Only 5 left

    Excellent value with 7.2 channels, 8K support, and Dolby Atmos; easy setup via Audyssey calibration.

    • Great sound quality
    • 8K passthrough
    • Easy setup
    • Only two subwoofer outputs
  2. Yamaha RX-V6A
    Best for music Yamaha

    Yamaha RX-V6A

    4.3/5 $625.47 Only 2 left

    7.2 channel receiver with MusicCast multi-room, YPAO room correction, and excellent stereo performance.

    • MusicCast streaming
    • YPAO calibration
    • Good stereo sound
    • No Dolby Atmos height virtualization
  3. Sony STR-DH790
    Budget pick Sony

    Sony STR-DH790

    4.2/5 $498.00

    Affordable 7.2 channel receiver with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X; good for beginners.

    • Low price
    • Dolby Atmos
    • Simple interface
    • Limited power
    • No multi-room audio
  4. Onkyo TX-NR6100
    Best connectivity Onkyo

    Onkyo TX-NR6100

    4.3/5 $649.00

    7.2 channel receiver with THX Select, Dirac Live ready, and multiple HDMI 2.1 inputs.

    • THX certification
    • Dirac Live upgradeable
    • Up to 7 HDMI inputs
    • No Bluetooth built-in
  5. Marantz SR5015
    Best build quality Marantz

    Marantz SR5015

    4.4/5 $700.00

    Premium 7.2 channel receiver with Audyssey MultEQ XT32, HEOS multi-room, and robust construction.

    • High quality components
    • Audyssey XT32
    • HEOS streaming
    • Expensive
    • No 8K
  6. Denon AVR-S660H
    Best for small rooms Denon

    Denon AVR-S660H

    4.2/5 $519.00

    Compact 5.2 channel receiver with 4K/60Hz, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, and simple setup.

    • Small size
    • Height Virtualization
    • Affordable
    • Limited to 5 channels
    • No pre-outs
  7. Yamaha RX-A2A
    Best for home theater Yamaha

    Yamaha RX-A2A

    4.4/5 $899.99 Only 1 left

    7.2 channel Aventage receiver with CINEMA DSP, YPAO-R.S.C., and gold-plated terminals.

    • Cinema DSP 3D
    • YPAO R.S.C.
    • Premium build
    • Slightly complex menu
  8. Integra DRX-3.4
    Best for custom install Integra

    Integra DRX-3.4

    4.5/5 $2,195.00 Only 1 left

    7.2 channel receiver with THX Select, Dirac Live full bandwidth, and professional-grade features.

    • Dirac Live full
    • THX Select
    • Custom integration
    • No streaming built in
    • High price
  9. Pioneer VSX-935
    Best value PIONEER

    Pioneer VSX-935

    4.1/5 $699.97 Currently unavailable

    7.2 channel receiver with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and MCACC calibration; good entry-level option.

    • MCACC auto calibration
    • Wide codec support
    • Good price
    • No 8K
    • Basic remote

Buying tips

When choosing an AV receiver, consider your room size, speaker configuration, and needs like Dolby Atmos, 8K passthrough, and room correction. Budget models offer great value, but higher-end units provide better build, calibration, and streaming features. Check connectivity and ensure enough HDMI inputs and output support for your TV.

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