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Denon AVR-X6800H

The Denon AVR-X6800H is an 11-channel AV receiver with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, rated 140 W per channel. It drives 6–8 Ω speakers as is, and 4–5 Ω speakers once set to 4 Ω.

Amp channels
11
Processes 13
Power
140 W
Per channel, 8 Ω, 2 driven
Lowest speaker load
4 Ω
Using its impedance setting
Sub outputs
4
For up to 4 subwoofers

$3,799 each (MSRP, September 2026)

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Which speakers work with it?

What decides it is the speaker's impedance, in ohms (Ω) on its spec sheet. The AVR-X6800H is rated for speakers down to 4 Ω, using its impedance setting.

  • Works

    Speakers rated 6–8 Ω

    81 in our catalogue

  • Needs a setting change

    Speakers rated 4–5 Ω

    Set the receiver to 4 Ω in its speaker setup.

    17 in our catalogue

In its price range

All 98 speakers we checked

Works81

Needs a setting change17

Set the receiver to 4 Ω in its speaker setup.

Which speaker layouts can it run?

The AVR-X6800H powers 11 speakers and processes 13. In a layout like 7.1.4, the 7 is floor speakers, the 1 a subwoofer and the 4 height speakers.

  • Stereo

    Runs on its own

  • 5.1

    Runs on its own

  • 5.1.2

    Runs on its own

  • 5.1.4

    Runs on its own

  • 7.1

    Runs on its own

  • 7.1.2

    Runs on its own

  • 7.1.4

    Runs on its own

Which subwoofers connect to it?

It has 4 subwoofer outputs, and any powered subwoofer with a line-level input connects to them.

  • Connects

    Powered subwoofers with a line-level input

    17 in our catalogue

In its price range

All 17 subwoofers we checked

Connects17

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AVR-X6800H specifications

Amplifier channels
11
Processing channels
13
Height formats
Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
Power
140 W at 8 Ω
Room correction
Audyssey MultEQ XT32
Size
17×7×15 in
Lowest speaker impedance
4 Ω
Impedance setting
8 Ω, 6 Ω, 4 Ω
Subwoofer outputs
4
Speaker layouts
2.0, 2.1, 3.1, 5.1, 5.1.2, 5.1.4, 7.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.4
Weight
15.6 kg (34.4 lb)
MSRP
$3,799 each (MSRP, September 2026)

Every value comes from the sources under References, last retrieved September 15, 2026. To check it against the rest of your system, use the compatibility checker.

Questions about the AVR-X6800H

How many speakers can the AVR-X6800H power?
The Denon AVR-X6800H has 11 amplified channels and processes 13. Its manual lists these layouts: 2.0, 2.1, 3.1, 5.1, 5.1.2, 5.1.4, 7.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.4. Channels beyond the built-in amplifiers need an external power amplifier on the pre-outs.
Can the AVR-X6800H drive 4 ohm speakers?
Yes. It is rated for speakers down to 4 Ω; set its speaker impedance setting to 4 Ω first.
How many watts per channel is the AVR-X6800H?
140 W per channel into 8 Ω, measured from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with 2 channels driven at 0.05% THD.
Does the AVR-X6800H support Dolby Atmos?
Yes. It decodes Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
How many subwoofer outputs does the AVR-X6800H have?
4 subwoofer outputs. Room correction is Audyssey MultEQ XT32.

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References

  1. Denon AVR-X6800H: Spec sheet, denon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  2. Denon AVR-X6800H: Manufacturer product page, denon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  3. Denon AVR-X6800H: Owner's manual, manuals.denon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  4. Denon AVR-X6800H: Owner's manual, manuals.denon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026 (2)
  5. Denon AVR-X6800H: Owner's manual, manuals.denon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026 (3)

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