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Deciding between the Marantz SR7012 and the Arcam AVR750 depends on your available space, storage capacity goals, and everyday usage style:
Designed for large households, bulk grocery shoppers, and long-term storage where total cubic feet is the highest priority.
Ideal for apartments, offices, dorms, or secondary kitchen use where space efficiency and neat organization are paramount.
| Specification | Marantz SR7012 | Arcam AVR750 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Formats | ||
| WMA | Yes | Yes |
| WAV | Yes | Yes |
| MP3 | Yes | Yes |
| FLAC | Yes | Yes |
| DSD | — | — |
| Apple Lossless | No | Yes |
| AIFF | Yes | — |
| AAC | Yes | Yes |
| Additional Features | ||
| MCACC Pro | — | — |
| A-B Speaker Switch | No | Yes |
| Dual-zone Capability | No | Yes |
| Pure Direct Mode | Yes | — |
| Auto Power Off | Yes | — |
| Bi-amplifying | No | Yes |
| Audio Return Channel (ARC) | Yes | Yes |
| AIR Studios Monitor Certification | — | — |
| Apple Air-play Support | Yes | — |
| X.v.Color | — | — |
| Advanced Sound Retriever (ASR) Technology | No | — |
| Deep Color | — | — |
| Three-zone Capability | Yes | — |
| Smartphone Remote Control | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity Interfaces | ||
| Bluetooth | Yes | — |
| IEEE 802.3u | Yes | — |
| IEEE 802.3 | Yes | — |
| WI-FI | Yes | — |
| Connector Type | ||
| AV Inputs | 2 | — |
| USB | 1 | 1 |
| Subwoofer Outputs | 2 | — |
| Coaxial Digital Outputs | has not | No |
| Optical Digital Outputs | has not | 1 |
| HDMI Outputs | 3 | 2 |
| HDMI Inputs | 8 | 7 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs | 2 | 1 |
| Optical Digital Inputs | 2 | 1 |
| Phones | 1 | 1 |
| Functions | ||
| Internet Radio | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Player | Yes | Yes |
| Amplifier Class | — | G |
| Network Audio Player | Yes | Yes |
| Power Device | ||
| Operational Power Consumption | 710 W | 100W |
| Standby Power Consumption | 0.2 W | 0.5W |
| Radio | ||
| Preset Station Qty | — | — |
| Preset Station | 40 | — |
| Tuner Bands | AM/FM | AM/FM |
| Tuner Type | digital | AM/FM TUNER |
| Built-in Display | ||
| Colour | black | Black |
| Type | fluorescent | DIGITAL |
| Signal Processing | ||
| Upscaling Via HDMI | up to 4K | — |
| 3D Pass-through | Yes | Yes |
| Video Conversion/scaling | HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion | — |
| HDMI Pass-through | up to 4K | Yes |
| Clock | ||
| Sleep Timer | Yes | — |
| Built-in Clock | Yes | — |
| Built-in Decoders | ||
| DTS Neural:X | — | — |
| DTS-HD Master Audio | — | Yes |
| Dolby True HD | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Surround | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Digital Plus | No | Yes |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| DTS:X | Yes | — |
| Sound Features | ||
| Digital Sound Processor (DSP) | — | — |
| Sound Output Mode | — | Surround Sound |
| Digital Content Protection | HDCP 2.2 | — |
| DSP Preset Qty | — | — |
| Surround System Class | 9.2 channel | — |
| Surround Sound Effects | Theater-Dimensional Virtual Surround | — |
| Audio D/A Converter | 32bit / 192kHz | — |
| Amplifier | ||
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.05 % | 0.20% |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz-20 kHz | 20 Hz—20 kHz |
| Output Impedance Per Channel | 8 Ohm | — |
| Output Power Per Channel | 125 Watt | 100 W, 120 W, 130 W |
| Total Output Power | 950 W | 210W |
| Media Content Source | ||
| USB-host | Yes | Yes |
| Network | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth | Yes | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dimensions | 15.8 x 17.3 x 7.3 inches | — |
| General | ||
| Brand | Marantz | Arcam |
The main differences center around storage capacity, form factor, and convenience. The Marantz SR7012 provides extensive bulk storage capacity best suited for homes, garages, or basements needing deep freeze space. In contrast, the Arcam AVR750 offers a compact upright design that fits into smaller spaces with convenient shelf organization.
Chest-style freezers generally excel in thermal efficiency because cold air naturally settles at the bottom and does not escape when the lid is lifted. Compact upright models have lower total kilowatt-hour usage simply due to their smaller cubic volume, making both designs efficient for their respective intended purposes.
Both products are available through official brand stores and authorized retailers with full manufacturer warranties and fast delivery options. Click the "Check Best Price" buttons in the comparison cards above to view today's latest promotions, official deals, and current availability.
Measure your available floor clearance first. If you have open space in a garage, basement, or utility room and want to freeze items in bulk, choose the Marantz SR7012. If you have limited room in a kitchen, apartment, dorm, or office and prefer easy eye-level access to items, choose the Arcam AVR750 .
