In the Onkyo TX-RZ830 vs Marantz SR7012 review, it should be noted that the receivers have different amplifier power: 180 (Onkyo) versus 125 (Marantz) watts per channel and has different technologies for creating surround sound.
The Onkyo TX-RZ830 has transparency and detailed sound, as well as excellent dynamics and a wide frequency range. The receiver uses AK4458 sound processors and VLSC technology, which eliminates impulse noises. The TX-RZ830`s amplifier design uses dynamic amplification (DAA) technology that provides high current and effective noise reduction.
Marantz SR7012 has the support of modern formats of 3D sound. The device has developed functional capabilities and provides excellent sound quality thanks to the 32-bit AKM processor and discrete HDAM modules with current feedback. The receiver brings 4K resolution and is able to scale even analog video to UHD.
Both receivers are equipped with a full range of network capabilities: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet. However, the RZ830 has a more powerful 2 band module.
Onkyo TX-RZ830 has a Chromacast module and DTS Play-Fi technology for streaming a high-quality audio. The receiver works with FlareConnect technology for wireless audio transmitting.
For the calibration of speakers connected to the Marantz SR7012, an effective Audyssey MultEQ XT32 system is used, but if we compare it with AccuEQ in Onkyo, that Audyssey does not eliminate standing waves in the listening area. An important feature of the Marantz SR7012 is the support of the HEOS multiroom wireless system, which transmits audio from its own libraries or streaming content.
Onkyo TX-RZ830 has control buttons, an HDMI input, a headphone jack, and a microphone input hidden under an aluminum faceplate with a lid. On the rear panel, Onkyo delivered HDMI inputs with 4K / 60 Hz support. For the speakers, there are 11 pairs of screw terminals.
The front panel of the SR7012 is occupied by two large knobs, a display, and an opening panel with additional buttons. The rear wall of the receiver is fully occupied by analog and digital connectors. In this Marantz SR7012 vs Onkyo TX-RZ830 comparison, you should pay attention to the information content of the displays: the Onkyo has a large display with a lot of lines comparing to the small round display of the Marantz.
Specification | Marantz SR7012 | Onkyo TX-RZ830 |
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Connectivity Interfaces | ||
Wi-fi | ||
Bluetooth | ||
Ieee 802.3u | ||
Ieee 802.3 | ||
Connector Type | ||
Optical Digital Inputs | 2 | 2 |
Phones | 1 | 1 |
Av Inputs | 2 | 7 |
Usb | 1 | 1 |
Subwoofer Outputs | 2 | 2 |
Coaxial Digital Outputs | has not | has not |
Optical Digital Outputs | has not | has not |
Hdmi Outputs | 3 | 2 |
Hdmi Inputs | 8 | 7 |
Coaxial Digital Inputs | 2 | 1 |
Additional Features | ||
Three-zone Capability | ||
Smartphone Remote Control | ||
A-b Speaker Switch | ||
Dual-zone Capability | ||
Pure Direct Mode | ||
Auto Power Off | ||
Bi-amplifying | ||
Audio Return Channel (arc) | ||
Apple Air-play Support | ||
Advanced Sound Retriever (asr) Technology | ||
Functions | ||
Network Audio Player | ||
Internet Radio | ||
Digital Player | ||
Power Device | ||
Standby Power Consumption | 0.2 W | 0.15 W |
Operational Power Consumption | 710 W | 850 W |
Built-in Decoders | ||
Dts:x | ||
Dolby True Hd | ||
Dolby Surround | ||
Dolby Digital Plus | ||
Dolby Atmos | ||
Audio Formats | ||
Wma | ||
Wav | ||
Mp3 | ||
Flac | ||
Apple Lossless | ||
Aiff | ||
Aac | ||
Built-in Display | ||
Colour | black | black |
Type | fluorescent | fluorescent |
Signal Processing | ||
Upscaling Via Hdmi | up to 4K | up to 4K |
3d Pass-through | ||
Video Conversion/scaling | HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion | HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion |
Hdmi Pass-through | up to 4K | up to 4K |
Radio | ||
Preset Station | 40 | 40 |
Tuner Bands | AM/FM | AM/FM |
Tuner Type | digital | digital |
Clock | ||
Sleep Timer | ||
Built-in Clock | ||
Amplifier | ||
Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.05 % | 0.08 % |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz-20 kHz | 5 Hz-100 kHz |
Output Impedance Per Channel | 8 Ohm | 6 Ohm |
Output Power Per Channel | 125 Watt | 180 W |
Total Output Power | 950 W | 980 W |
Sound Features | ||
Digital Content Protection | HDCP 2.2 | HDCP 2.2 |
Surround System Class | 9.2 channel | 9.2 channel |
Surround Sound Effects | Theater-Dimensional Virtual Surround | Theater-Dimensional Virtual Surround |
Audio D/a Converter | 32bit / 192kHz | 24bit / 192kHz |
Media Content Source | ||
Usb-host | ||
Network | ||
Bluetooth | ||
Dimensions | ||
Dimensions | 15.8 x 17.3 x 7.3 inches | 15.7 x 17.2 x 8 inches |
User Manual | ||
Manual | sr7012.pdf | tx-rz830.pdf |
General | ||
Brand | Marantz | Onkyo |