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Denon AVR-X3800H vs WiiM
Denon AVR-X3800H
243 positive (79%) · 54 mixed (17%) · 12 negative (4%)
Trust + time weighted: +76%
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The Denon AVR-X3800H is a highly regarded 9.4-channel receiver frequently recommended for its versatility and support for advanced room correction software. It is praised for its ability to act as a pre-processor thanks to a full set of pre-outs, allowing users to expand their systems with external amplification. While users are generally very satisfied with its performance in both home theater and music contexts, some technical enthusiasts cite third-party benchmarks suggesting a slight dip in DAC quality compared to the older X3700H and lower all-channels-driven power compared to rivals like the Onkyo RZ-50.
Pros
- Supports both Audyssey (included) and Dirac Live (paid upgrade) room correction.
- Full set of pre-outs allows for easy expansion to 11.4 channel processing with external amps.
- Excellent for gaming with 4K/120Hz support and positive feedback from PS5 users.
- Highly flexible configuration options, including support for Dirac Live Bass Control and ART.
Cons
- Dirac Live licenses require an additional, often significant, financial investment.
- Internal amplification is limited to 9 channels, requiring an external amp for full 11-channel setups.
- Reported technical benchmarks show lower 'all channels driven' power than some competitors.
- Enthusiasts note DAC performance measurements may be inferior to the previous X3700H model.
Top excerpts
Receiver :** **Denon AVR-X3800H with active cooling
I think the X3800H also has 7.1 pre-outs. So you can add a 5-7 channel power amp if you want. And I think it's DIRAC ready if you buy the license.
I have my PS5 hooked up to my AVR (Denon X3800) with a 5.2 surround setup and gaming sounds incredible!
Oh, I dunno if it's relevant, but my AVR is an X3800h.
A Denon 3800 is supported by a Panasonic UB820, PS5, Fluance RT82 and Apple TV for streaming.
WiiM
17 positive (89%) · 0 mixed (0%) · 2 negative (11%)
Trust + time weighted: +83%
Top excerpts
WiiM makes great products, but if you like what you are hearing with the Denon, I can see no reason to make any changes.
One of the many things I like about Wiim is that (so far) they dont gimp their software on their lower priced products. Advancements with PEQ and room correction have been added across the line
Once you are there, and have a transparent DAC, and let's say a WIIM as source, you solved 80% of your audio problems.
Also if you upgrade your source to WiiM they have a very good digital EQ. 👍
The frequency response is pretty flat apart from a big bump at 32hz which I’ve addressed with PEQ on my WiiM.