Dec 27, 2019
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Sony STR-DN1080 review
The Sony STR-DN1080 is Dolby Atmos and DTS: X compatible. It has HDMI ports with support for HDCP 2.2, HDR (Dolby Vision, HLG and HDR10). This unit is compatible with Sony's LDAC high definition codec. In the STR-DN1080, a dual-band WiFi and a Bluetooth are implemented. The presence of WiFi allows using many functions such as Apple AirPlay and Google Chromecast. As part of the Sony STR-DN1080 vs Sony STR-DN1040 review, it is worth noting that both devices have access to many music services, but only the DN1080 has support for Google Play Music.
Sony STR-DN1040 review
The STR-DN1040 model can broadcast the image in 4K. The connectivity is rich enough to accommodate a multitude of peripherals (8 HDMI inputs, one at the front plus 2 HDMI). The STR-DN1040 is also equipped with an MHL port for connecting a smartphone or tablet. This device delivers a 120W/channel at 6 Ohm. Also, 192 kHz / 24-bit audio playback is supported by this receiver to reveal all the subtleties of the best recordings allowed by recent digital formats: high-resolution FLAC or WAV files.
Sony STR-DN1080 pros and cons
Pros
- The Sony STR-DN1080 to a Sony multiroom system thanks to the support of SongPal technology
- A USB port allows audio files of FLAC, ALAC, WAV, and even DSD formats to be played (.dsf and .dff)
Cons
- The firmware is very slow and each action takes from 4 to 6 seconds
Sony STR-DN1040 pros and cons
Pros
- The receiver can stream music from the Sony Music Unlimited music platform or Internet radio stations with Vtuner.
- It is compatible with the Apple AirPlay standard, which will allow you to use the Spotify online streaming service via an iPad, iPhone or iPod touch
Cons
- Users complain about the unstable operation of HDMI inputs after updates
Sony STR-DN1080 vs Sony STR-DN1040
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Product
Sony STR-DN1080
Sony STR-DN1040
Model
STR-DN1080
STR-DN1040
Brand
Sony
Sony
Reviews
778
343
Amplifier
Channels
7.2
7.2
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
120/6
100/6
Output impedance, Ohm
6
6
Frequency response
10Hz-100KHz
20Hz-20KHz
THD in stereo, %
0.09
0.09
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
96 KHz/24-bit
96 KHz/24-bit
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
DCAC EX
DCAC
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Hi-Res audio, DSEE HX
has not
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
USB
1 (USB 2.0)
1 (USB 2.0)
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
1
1
DLNA
MHL
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
AirPlay
AirPlay
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
TIDAL, Pandora
has not
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
6/2
8/2
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI CEC
Digital content protection (HDCP)
HDCP 2.2
HDCP 2.2
Subwoofer output (LFE)
2
2
Headphone output
1 x 6.3
1 x 6.3
Optical digital input
1
2
Coaxial digital input
1
1
Composite input
2
2
Component input/output
0/0
2/1
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
USB, phones, setup mic
USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
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 scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
has not
has not
Additional features
Voice control
Google assistant
App control
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android
iPhone, iPod, Android
Display
fluorescent
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
NFC
has not
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
2
2
Zone audio output
speaker
speaker, preout
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
Music Center
has not
RS-232
0
0
Remote control input/output (IR)
1/1
1/1
DC trigger output (12V)
0
0
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby EX
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
Audio file formats
MP3
WMA
AAC
WAV
FLAC
ALAC
Other audio file formats
AIFF
has not
Power
Operational power consumption, W
240
240
Standby consumption, W
0.4
0.3
Removable power cord
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
43 x 15.6 x 33/17 x 6 x 13
43 x 17.2 x 32.9/17 x 6.7 x 12.6
Weight, kg/lbs
9.1/19.8
10/22
Other
Release year
2017
2013
AV receivers CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 7.3Sony STR-DN1080
- 6.1Sony STR-DN1040
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