Dec 27, 2019
Read MoreMarantz SR5014 vs Denon AVR-X3500H review
Denon AVR-X3500H review
Denon AVR-X3500H is equipped with amplifiers with high-current output stages and, thanks to a powerful power supply unit, is able to fully pump even large floor acoustics. For the sound processing in this model, a 4-core DSP with high data processing speed, as well as 32-bit AKM DACs in each channel are responsible. The convenience of setting the surround sound is ensured by the Audyssey MultEQ XT32 auto-calibration system. Using the included microphone, the system measures the acoustic field in the listening room, adjusting it to get the most natural ambient sound. Regarding amplifier specs in Denon AVR-X3500H vs Marantz SR5014 we see that 7.2-channelled units have 105W and 100W at 8 Ohms respectively. 
Marantz SR5014 review
The Marantz SR5014 is based on the proprietary HDAM amplifier modules, and the AK4458 32-bit DACs are installed in its audio part. The receiver has eight HDMI inputs (one of which is located on the front panel) and two outputs that support 4K / HDR10 / Dolby Vision video, as well as the new eARC audio return channel and HDCP 2.3 certificate. Other connectivity options in the Marantz SR5014 include the Phono input for MM pickups and USB for connecting portable media. The device has retained a recognizable design with a minimalistic front panel. 
Denon AVR-X3500H pros & cons
Pros
- The receiver supports Alexa and AirPlay 2
- The AVR-X3500H received the Audyssey calibration system, the MultEQ XT32, which includes the Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Dynamic EQ, LFC, and SubEQ HT components
Cons
- The Chromecast is not supported
Marantz SR5014 pros & cons
Pros
- Great quality and very customizable
- Everything works as advertised or better
Cons
- I manually set up the sound and got way better results than Audyssey "Automatic"
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Product
Marantz SR5014
Denon AVR-X3500H
Model
SR5014
AVR-X3500H
Brand
Marantz
Denon
Reviews
22
333
Amplifier
Channels
7.2
7.2
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
100/8, 180/6
105/8, 135/6
Output impedance, Ohm
8, 6
8, 6
Frequency response
10Hz-100KHz
10Hz-100KHz
THD in stereo, %
0.08
0.05
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
AK4458 384 KHz/32-bit
AKM 192 KHz/32-bit
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
Audyssey MultEQ XT
Audyssey MultEQ XT32
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Compressed Audio Enhancer(MDAX2), Hi-Res audio
Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Audyssey LFC, Compressed Audio Restorer
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
2.4/5GHz
2.4/5GHz
USB
1 (USB 2.0)
1 (USB 2.0)
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
1
1
DLNA
MHL
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
AirPlay, AirPlay 2
AirPlay, AirPlay 2
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio
Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, TuneIn Radio
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
8/2
8/3
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI CEC
Digital content protection (HDCP)
HDCP 2.3
HDCP 2.2
Subwoofer output (LFE)
2
2
Headphone output
1 x 6.3
1 x 6.3
Optical digital input
2
2
Coaxial digital input
2
2
Composite input
2
2
Component input/output
2/1
1/1
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
USB, HDMI, phones
USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
HDR10
HDR10
4K signal pass-through
4K/60Hz
4K/60Hz
8K signal pass-through
HDMI signal pass-through
3D signal pass-through
HDMI pass-through in standby mode
Video conversion
analog to HDMI
analog to HDMI
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
HLG, BT.2020
HLG, BT.2020
Additional features
Voice control
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI
App control
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android, Amazon Kindle
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android, Amazon Kindle
Display
colour OSD
colour OSD
Tuner
AM, FM
AM, FM
Sleep timer
Auto power off
ECO mode
Graphical user interface (GUI)
Setup assistant
Firmware update
network, USB
network, USB
Other additional features
IP Control, Web Control
IP Control
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
2
2
Zone audio output
speaker, preout
speaker, preout
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
Marantz AVR Remote App, HEOS App
HEOS App
RS-232
1
1
Remote control input/output (IR)
1/0
1/1
DC trigger output (12V)
1
1
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)
Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Digital Plus
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESS
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESS, DTS-Surround
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
Audio file formats
MP3
WMA
AAC
WAV
FLAC
ALAC
Other audio file formats
has not
has not
Power
Operational power consumption, W
650
600
Standby consumption, W
0.2
0.1
Removable power cord
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
43.5 x 16.1 x 33/17 x 6.3 x 13.7
43.1 x 15.2 x 38.1/17.1 x 6.6 x 15.3
Weight, kg/lbs
9.9/22.2
10.4/23.8
Other
Release year
2019
2018
AV receivers CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 9Marantz SR5014
- 8.4Denon AVR-X3500H
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