Denon AVR-X6800H vs Marantz AV7706
The Denon AVR-X6800H powers more speakers (11 vs 0), processes more channels (13 vs 11) and has more subwoofer outputs (4 vs 2). The Marantz AV7706 costs less ($2,000 vs $3,799).
What each one works with
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| AVR-X6800H | AV7706 | |
|---|---|---|
| Subwoofers that connect | 17 of 17 | 17 of 17 |
| Largest layouts on its own amps | 7.1.4 | None: it needs power amps |
Specs side by side
Values that differ are bold. A dash means that model doesn't publish the spec.
| AVR-X6800H | AV7706 | |
|---|---|---|
| Amplifier channels | 11 | 0 |
| Processing channels | 13 | 11 |
| Height formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X |
| Power | 140 W at 8 Ω | — |
| Room correction | Audyssey MultEQ XT32 | Audyssey MultEQ XT32 |
| Size | 17×7×15 in | 17×7×16 in |
| Lowest speaker impedance | 4 Ω | — |
| Impedance setting | 8 Ω, 6 Ω, 4 Ω | — |
| Subwoofer outputs | 4 | 2 |
| 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) | 10.4 kg (22.9 lb) |
| MSRP | $3,799 each (MSRP, September 2026) | $2,000 each (MSRP, January 2026) |
Every spec and pairing: Denon AVR-X6800H, Marantz AV7706.
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References
- Denon AVR-X6800H: Spec sheet, denon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Denon AVR-X6800H: Manufacturer product page, denon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Denon AVR-X6800H: Owner's manual, manuals.denon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Denon AVR-X6800H: Owner's manual, manuals.denon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026 (2)
- Denon AVR-X6800H: Owner's manual, manuals.denon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026 (3)
- Marantz AV7706: Owner's manual, marantz.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Marantz AV7706: Manufacturer product page, web.archive.org, retrieved September 15, 2026
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