Onkyo TX-NR5100 vs Denon AVR-S570BT

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Let's compare Onkyo TX-NR5100 versus Denon AVR-S570BT for an overview of all their pros and cons. According to the results of our review, Onkyo TX-NR5100 received 7.3 points out of 10 possible, and Denon AVR-S570BT was rated 5.7 points. The release date of TX-NR5100 is 2021, and AVR-S570BT is 2022. And as a result of the comparison, TX-NR5100 seems to be a better option for the role of a home theater center than AVR-S570BT.

Main advantages Onkyo TX-NR5100 over Denon AVR-S570BT

Main advantages Denon AVR-S570BT over Onkyo TX-NR5100

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the devices received different marks - 7 and 6, respectively, on a 10-point scale.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. The Onkyo TX-NR5100 supports 7.2-channels sound, but Denon AVR-S570BT supports a 5.2-channels configuration.

RMS stands for the actual power of the receiver. The higher this value, the louder the sound can be produced. The differences between the models in terms of RMS power are significant - for the TX-NR5100 this value is 80/8 W/Ohm, and for the AVR-S570BT it is 70/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the TX-NR5100 9 out of 10, and the AVR-S570BT - 6.

Bi-amping is the amplification of one speaker with two amplifiers. This amplification method has a positive effect on sound quality. Bi-amping is possible only on the TX-NR5100.

Most receivers now come with a microphone included. It is with the help of this microphone that the auto-calibration system functions, which adjusts the sound of the receiver to the room.

Connectivity

The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is markedly different, Onkyo TX-NR5100 scored 9, and Denon AVR-S570BT scored 5 out of 10.

Bluetooth connection is now one of the main communication protocols for the receiver's control or even music broadcasting.

Wired internet connection via RJ45 allows receiver faster connection than wireless or even use NAS storages. Wired connection via RJ45 is possible in the TX-NR5100 only.

Streaming services

Now music streaming services are gaining more and more popularity. They allow users to listen to millions of songs by subscription.

Extensive connections

The presence of many connectors makes the receiver more versatile. But there are also narrowly targeted models, the number of connectors which are limited to a certain area of use. And when choosing their own receiver, users need to consider exactly your goals for using the receiver. For extensive connection, both receivers got 6 points on our 10-point scale.

Onkyo TX-NR5100 is equipped with 4/2 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Denon AVR-S570BT has 4/1 HDMI inputs and outputs.

Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the TX-NR5100 has a Phono interface.

Video features

The AV receiver is the heart of the home theater. And in this case, support for all current video formats ensures the best user experience, so it is very important to consider this when choosing a device. Video features of rivals in our comparison were rated 8 out of 10.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the TX-NR5100 got 10 points, but the AVR-S570BT has 8.

Voice control allows you to control the basic functions of the receiver through a smartphone, smart speaker or using the microphone that comes with the kit. The TX-NR5100 can be controlled by voice via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI.

Multi-room

As the center of a home media system, each multichannel receiver has an additional set of terminals for connecting the second set of speakers to create additional audio space in Zone 2 or even Zone 3 where audio can have the separate source.

Multichannel surround

Onkyo TX-NR5100 got 7 points for the multichannel surround sound and Denon AVR-S570BT got 5.

Dolby Atmos' particularity is that this is the object-oriented sound format, that is, each audio signal object is independently sounded and connected to its spatial position. Onkyo TX-NR5100 can create 3D sound due to the Dolby Atmos support.

DTS:X is an algorithm used by the processor to create sound scenes, where sounds connected directly to objects rather than channels, and to determine the optimum sound output distribution in space. Surround sound with DTS:X is available only on the TX-NR5100.