Sony STR-DN1080 VS Marantz SR5012
Sony STR-DN1080
  • Brand - Sony
  • Manual - str-dn1080.pdf
  • USB - 1
Marantz SR5012
  • Brand - Marantz
  • Manual - sr5012.pdf
  • USB - 1

Marantz SR5012 vs Sony STRDN1080: middle class receivers comparison

Marantz SR5012 vs Sony STRDN1080

I got two powerful receivers and decided to make comparison Marantz SR5012 vs Sony STRDN1080. These receivers have powerful hardware and wireless support and I will try to explore all features, pros and cons of them.

Features & Performance

The Sony STRDN1080 is a powerful home receiver that works in 7.1.2 mode with a power of 165 watts/channel. Sony delivers a "warm" sound. Dialogue sounds like original human voices. Low-end bass is deep and tighter. At high and mid frequencies the sound maintains sharpness.

I compare Marantz with Sony STRDN1080 and SR5012 has less power amplifier - 100 watts / channel, but the quality of the sound stays at the same level.

Both receivers have the support of modern video and audio processing technologies, such as Dolby Atmos, DTS: X. When working with video receivers, they cope with 4K video and have the function of increasing the resolution.

Sony STRDN1080 vs Marantz SR5012

Connections & Setup

Many ports, both analog and digital are responsible for connecting of both receivers. Both receivers are equipped with a full set of wireless interfaces - a Bluetooth module and dual-band Wi-Fi. There is support for multi-room playback and playback from streaming services.

In my Sony STRDN1080 vs Marantz SR5012 review, I should notice that SR5012, unlike STRDN1080, is equipped with the Audyssey MultEQ XT, an automatic tuning system supplemented by Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ technologies. The firmware does a full setup of the receiver after the finish of connection with user`s audio system.

Design

Like most receivers, STRDN1080 and SR5012 have a large black case with perforations for cooling components. Sony STRDN1080 has a front panel with a glossy insert under which is the display. Below the display is a number of buttons for customization. 2 controls are located on the right side of the panel. Unlike the STRDN1080, the Marantz SR5012 has a more concise front panel. In the center is a round display, below it is a row of minimalist setting buttons. On the sides of the panel, there are 2 symmetrical regulators.

Pros & Cons

Sony STR-DN1080

VS

Pros

    • Offers 4K HDR compatibility with HDCP 2.2 support
    • Works with Google Home
    • Dolby Atmos - sound from above the visual field using additional speakers.
    • DTS:X added - being compatible with the newest formats is always a good thing. Sony's first receiver to fully implement this feature.

Cons

    • Removed one HDMI output compared to previous models.
    • Doesn’t support Apple lossless.

Marantz SR5012

VS

Pros

    • Good quality of the output audio due to the audio enhancement technologies.
    • The NR5012 is equipped with an ECO mode, which automatically saves electricity.
    • Has simple connectivity to iOS devices.
    • The Audyssey technology makes it flexible in terms of audio configuration.

Cons

    • Issues with online services – it loses the connection.

Specifications

Specification Sony STR-DN1080 Marantz SR5012
Audio Formats
Flac
Apple Lossless
Aiff
Aac
Wma
Wav
Mp3
Built-in Decoders
Dolby True Hd
Dolby Surround
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Atmos
Dts:x
Signal Processing
Video Conversion/scaling HDMI to HDMI scaling HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion
Hdmi Pass-through up to 4K up to 4K
Upscaling Via Hdmi up to 4K up to 4K
3d Pass-through
Connector Type
Optical Digital Outputs has not has not
Hdmi Outputs 2 2
Hdmi Inputs 6 8
Coaxial Digital Inputs 1 2
Optical Digital Inputs 1 2
Phones 1 1
Av Inputs 1 2
Usb 1 1
Subwoofer Outputs 2 2
Coaxial Digital Outputs has not has not
Radio
Tuner Type digital digital
Preset Station 30 40
Tuner Bands AM/FM AM/FM
Additional Features
Bi-amplifying
Audio Return Channel (arc)
Apple Air-play Support
Advanced Sound Retriever (asr) Technology
Three-zone Capability
Smartphone Remote Control
A-b Speaker Switch
Dual-zone Capability
Pure Direct Mode
Auto Power Off
Amplifier
Frequency Response 20 Hz-20 kHz 20 Hz-20 kHz
Output Impedance Per Channel 6 Ohm 4 Ohm
Output Power Per Channel 165 W 100 W
Total Output Power 1155 W 700 W
Total Harmonic Distortion 0.09 % 0.08 %
Sound Features
Digital Content Protection HDCP 2.2 HDCP 2.2
Surround System Class 7.2 channel 7.2 channel
Surround Sound Effects S-FORCE Pro Front Surround Sound Theater-Dimensional Virtual Surround
Audio D/a Converter 24bit / 192kHz 24bit / 192kHz
Media Content Source
Usb-host
Network
Bluetooth
Dimensions
Dimensions 19 x 15 x 8.4 inches 13.6 x 17.3 x 6.3 inches
Connectivity Interfaces
Ieee 802.3u
Ieee 802.3
Wi-fi
Bluetooth
User Manual
Manual str-dn1080.pdf sr5012.pdf
Power Device
Standby Power Consumption 0.4 W 0.15 W
Operational Power Consumption 240 W 320 W
Functions
Network Audio Player
Internet Radio
Digital Player
Built-in Display
Colour black black
Type fluorescent fluorescent
Clock
Sleep Timer
Built-in Clock
General
Brand Sony Marantz

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