www.zkelectronics.com
Open in
urlscan Pro
52.86.133.10
Public Scan
URL:
https://www.zkelectronics.com/compare/onkyo-tx-nr6100/onkyo-tx-nr686/
Submission: On February 13 via manual from IN — Scanned from US
Submission: On February 13 via manual from IN — Scanned from US
Form analysis
9 forms found in the DOMGET
<form method="get" onsubmit="return false;">
<input type="text" name="item" placeholder="Search Receiver.." id="Autocomplete" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<button type="submit" onclick="window.location.href='receiver/'+this.form.item.value.replace(/\s/g,'-').toLowerCase()+'/';"><span class="glyphicon glyphicon-search"></span></button>
</form>
GET
<form method="get" onsubmit="return false;">
<input type="text" name="item" placeholder="Search Receiver.." id="Autocomplete0" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<button type="submit" onclick="window.location.href='receiver/'+this.form.item.value.replace(/\s/g,'-').toLowerCase()+'/';"><span class="glyphicon glyphicon-search"></span></button>
</form>
GET
<form method="get" class="compare-text" onsubmit="return false;">
<input type="text" name="item10" placeholder="Receiver 1.." id="Autocomplete_receiver10" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<input type="text" name="item20" placeholder="Receiver 2.." id="Autocomplete_receiver20" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<button type="submit" onclick="window.location.href='compare/'+this.form.item10.value.replace(/\s/g,'-').toLowerCase()+'/'+this.form.item20.value.replace(/\s/g,'-').toLowerCase()+'/';">Compare</button>
</form>
GET
<form method="get" class="compare-text" onsubmit="return false;">
<input type="text" name="item111" placeholder="Receiver 1.." id="Autocomplete_receiver111" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<input type="text" name="item222" placeholder="Receiver 2.." id="Autocomplete_receiver222" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<input type="text" name="item333" placeholder="Receiver 3.." id="Autocomplete_receiver333" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<input type="text" name="item444" placeholder="Receiver 4.." id="Autocomplete_receiver444" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<input type="text" name="item555" placeholder="Receiver 5.." id="Autocomplete_receiver555" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<input type="text" name="item666" placeholder="Receiver 6.." id="Autocomplete_receiver666" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<button type="submit"
onclick="window.location.href='vsreceiver'+('/'+this.form.item111.value+'-vs-'+this.form.item222.value+'-vs-'+this.form.item333.value+'-vs-'+this.form.item444.value+'-vs-'+this.form.item555.value+'-vs-'+this.form.item666.value+'/').replace(/\s/g,'-').replace('-vs--vs-','-vs-').replace('-vs--vs-','-vs-').replace('-vs--vs-','-vs-').replace('-vs--vs-','-vs-').replace('/-vs-','/').replace('-vs-/','/').toLowerCase();">Compare</button>
</form>
GET
<form method="get" onsubmit="return false;">
<input type="text" name="item1" placeholder="Change Receiver.." id="Autocomplete1" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<button type="submit" onclick="window.location.href='compare/'+this.form.item1.value.replace(/\s/g,'-').toLowerCase()+'/'+'north-america/onkyo-tx-nr686/north-america/';">Change</button>
</form>
GET
<form method="get" onsubmit="return false;">
<input type="text" name="item2" placeholder="Change Receiver.." id="Autocomplete2" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<button type="submit" onclick="window.location.href='compare/'+'onkyo-tx-nr6100/north-america/'+'/'+this.form.item2.value.replace(/\s/g,'-').toLowerCase()+'/'+'north-america/';">Change</button>
</form>
GET https://aax-us-east.amazon-adsystem.com/x/c/RB5IbLvEorC8i_U6kJuZp0AAAAGGSmaD9gEAAAFKAQBhcHNfdHhuX2JpZDEgICBOL0EgICAgICAgICAgICAPAY5S/https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sm_n_se_dkp_US_sea
<form class="amzn-native-search-bar-form" method="get" action="https://aax-us-east.amazon-adsystem.com/x/c/RB5IbLvEorC8i_U6kJuZp0AAAAGGSmaD9gEAAAFKAQBhcHNfdHhuX2JpZDEgICBOL0EgICAgICAgICAgICAPAY5S/https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sm_n_se_dkp_US_sea"
target="_blank" autocomplete="off">
<div class="amzn-native-search-input-set" style="width: calc(100% - 40px);">
<input type="hidden" name="imprToken" value="742aea436058f2a74d97906b296f5eb4">
<input type="hidden" name="slotNum" value="0">
<input type="hidden" name="tag" value="zkelectron054-20">
<input type="hidden" name="linkCode" value="w42">
<input type="hidden" name="creativeASIN" value="searchbar">
<input type="hidden" name="adId" value="searchbar">
<input type="hidden" name="sig" class="amzn-native-search-sig" value="undefined">
<input type="hidden" name="sigts" class="amzn-native-search-sigts" value="undefined">
<input type="hidden" name="ref-refURL" class="amzn-native-search-refurl" value="https://www.zkelectronics.com/compare/onkyo-tx-nr6100/onkyo-tx-nr686/">
<input type="hidden" value="smart" name="adType">
<input type="hidden" value="search" name="adMode">
<input type="hidden" value="grid" class="amzn-native-search-adFormat" name="adFormat">
<input type="hidden" value="1676285479507" class="amzn-native-search-impressionTimestamp" name="impressionTimestamp">
<div class="amzn-native-cat-data-holder">
<select name="search-alias" class="amzn-native-category-data">
<option value="aps"></option>
<option value="instant-video"></option>
<option value="apparel"></option>
<option value="appliances"></option>
<option value="arts-crafts"></option>
<option value="automotive"></option>
<option value="baby-products"></option>
<option value="beauty"></option>
<option value="stripbooks"></option>
<option value="collectibles"></option>
<option value="photo"></option>
<option value="mobile"></option>
<option value="classical"></option>
<option value="pc-hardware"></option>
<option value="dvd"></option>
<option value="electronics"></option>
<option value="collectibles"></option>
<option value="videogames"></option>
<option value="gift-cards"></option>
<option value="grocery"></option>
<option value="garden"></option>
<option value="hpc"></option>
<option value="industrial"></option>
<option value="jewelry"></option>
<option value="digital-text"></option>
<option value="kitchen"></option>
<option value="magazines"></option>
<option value="misc"></option>
<option value="digital-music"></option>
<option value="popular"></option>
<option value="mi"></option>
<option value="office-products"></option>
<option value="pets"></option>
<option value="lawngarden"></option>
<option value="shoes"></option>
<option value="software"></option>
<option value="collectibles"></option>
<option value="sporting"></option>
<option value="tools"></option>
<option value="toys-and-games"></option>
<option value="vhs"></option>
<option value="videogames"></option>
<option value="watches"></option>
</select>
</div>
<div tabindex="0" class="amzn-native-category-trigger-area" title="All">
<div class="arrow"></div>
<div class="amzn-native-category-trigger">All</div>
</div><!--
--><span class="amzn-native-search-input" style="width: calc(100% - 42px);">
<input type="text" name="field-keywords" class="amzn-native-search" placeholder="Search Amazon" autocomplete="off">
<div class="amzn-native-suggestions-holder" style="width: 683px; left: 41px;">
<div class="amzn-native-search-suggestion">
<span class="amzn-native-search-suggestion-text"></span>
<span class="amzn-native-search-suggestion-cat"></span>
</div>
</div>
</span>
</div><!--
--><input type="submit" class="amzn-native-search-go" value="Go">
</form>
GET
<form method="get" class="compare-text" onsubmit="return false;">
<input type="text" name="item1" placeholder="Receiver 1.." id="Autocomplete_receiver1" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<input type="text" name="item2" placeholder="Receiver 2.." id="Autocomplete_receiver2" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<button type="submit" onclick="window.location.href='compare/'+this.form.item1.value.replace(/\s/g,'-').toLowerCase()+'/'+this.form.item2.value.replace(/\s/g,'-').toLowerCase()+'/';">Compare</button>
</form>
GET
<form method="get" class="compare-text" onsubmit="return false;">
<input type="text" name="item11" placeholder="Receiver 1.." id="Autocomplete_receiver11" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<input type="text" name="item22" placeholder="Receiver 2.." id="Autocomplete_receiver22" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<input type="text" name="item33" placeholder="Receiver 3.." id="Autocomplete_receiver33" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<input type="text" name="item44" placeholder="Receiver 4.." id="Autocomplete_receiver44" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<input type="text" name="item55" placeholder="Receiver 5.." id="Autocomplete_receiver55" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<input type="text" name="item66" placeholder="Receiver 6.." id="Autocomplete_receiver66" autocomplete="off" class="ui-autocomplete-input">
<button type="submit"
onclick="window.location.href='vsreceiver'+('/'+this.form.item11.value+'-vs-'+this.form.item22.value+'-vs-'+this.form.item33.value+'-vs-'+this.form.item44.value+'-vs-'+this.form.item55.value+'-vs-'+this.form.item66.value+'/').replace(/\s/g,'-').replace('-vs--vs-','-vs-').replace('-vs--vs-','-vs-').replace('-vs--vs-','-vs-').replace('-vs--vs-','-vs-').replace('/-vs-','/').replace('-vs-/','/').toLowerCase();">Compare</button>
</form>
Text Content
ZKelectronics A/V Receivers TVs Espresso Machines A/V Receivers TVs Espresso Machines Compare Receivers 1-ON-1 COMPARISON Compare SIDE-BY-SIDE COMPARISON Compare ONKYO TX-NR6100 ONKYO TX-NR686 SCORE: 89 * * * * * (22 Votes) SCORE: 87 * * * * * (79 Votes) Change Change amazon.com amazon.ca B&H Walmart amazon.com B&H HIGHLIGHTS * 7.2 channels * 7.1 channel processing * 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) * HDMI 2.1 * THX Select™ certified * Dolby Atmos, DTS:X capable * HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 4K Upscaling, 8K Passthrough * AirPlay 2, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi * Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth * USB and Phono inputs HIGHLIGHTS * 7.2 channels * 7.1 channel processing * 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) * THX Select™ certified * Dolby Atmos, DTS:X capable * HDR10, Dolby Vision, 4K Passthrough * AirPlay 2, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi * Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth * USB and Phono inputs Disclosure: We earn money from the affiliate links to products associated with content in this article. CONTENT * Overview * Advantage of Onkyo TX-NR6100 * Advantage of Onkyo TX-NR686 * Common Strengths and Weaknesses * Audio Section * Video Section * Inputs and Outputs * Specifications Search Ads by Amazon Bestseller DEAL OF THE DAY ENDS IN All Video On Demand: Rent or Buy Clothing & Accessories Major Appliances Arts, Crafts & Sewing Automotive Baby & Nursery Beauty & Grooming Books & Textbooks Collectible Coins Camera & Photo Cell Phones & Accessories Classical Music Computers, Tablets & Components Blu-Ray & DVD Electronic Components & Home Audio Entertainment Collectibles Video Games Other Gift Card Brands Grocery & Gourmet Food Patio, Lawn & Garden Health & Household Business & Industrial Supplies Jewelry Kindle Store Kitchen & Dining Magazines Miscellaneous Digital Music CDs & Vinyl Musical Instruments Office & School Supplies Pet Food & Supplies Patio, Lawn & Garden Shoes, Handbags, Wallets, Sunglasses Software Sports Collectibles Sports & Fitness Home Improvement Toys & Games VHS Video Games Watches All Ads by Amazon OVERVIEW Here we are comparing Onkyo TX-NR6100 to Onkyo TX-NR686 to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. Both receivers have 7 channel and equally powerful amplifiers. Onkyo TX-NR6100 Onkyo TX-NR686 Onkyo TX-NR6100 was introduced in 2021. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K video signal. Onkyo TX-NR686 was introduced in 2018. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz video signal. We evaluated the a/v receiver and gave 89 overall score out of 100. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details. We evaluated the a/v receiver and gave 87 overall score out of 100. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details. AMPLIFIER 91 VIDEO FEATURES 99 AUDIO FEATURES 88 CONNECTIVITY 87 MULTIZONE 77 MISCELLANEOUS 66 RADIO 92 OVERALL 89 Buy on Amazon AMPLIFIER 89 VIDEO FEATURES 94 AUDIO FEATURES 87 CONNECTIVITY 85 MULTIZONE 77 MISCELLANEOUS 64 RADIO 92 OVERALL 87 Buy on Amazon ADVANTAGE OF ONKYO TX-NR6100 This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-NR6100 over Onkyo TX-NR686. Onkyo TX-NR6100 has bigger power supply, higher DSD sampling rate via USB, higher wi-fi standard and higher bluetooth standard. It supports Amazon Alexa. In video department only Onkyo TX-NR6100 supports HDCP 2.3 copy protection. Onkyo TX-NR6100 vs Onkyo TX-NR686 Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs DTS Virtual:X vs Pure Audio Mode vs Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs Newer HDCP Version 2.3 vs 2.2 HDR10+ vs QMS vs Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through vs VRR vs QFT vs Video Signal Passthrough up to 8K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4) vs up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4) Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K vs Works with Amazon Alexa vs More HDMI Outputs 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2) vs 2 (simultaneous) More 8K Inputs 3 vs USB Input 2 (front and rear) vs 1 (Rear) Bigger Power Supply 635 W vs 580 W Higher DSD Sampling Rate via USB 2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 MHz vs 2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz Wi-Fi Standard IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac vs IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n Newer Bluetooth Version 4․2 vs 4․1 + LE Buy on Amazon ADVANTAGE OF ONKYO TX-NR686 This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-NR686 over Onkyo TX-NR6100. Onkyo TX-NR686 has higher DAC specs. Onkyo TX-NR6100 vs Onkyo TX-NR686 Higher DAC Specs 192 kHz/24 Bit vs 384 kHz/32 Bit Analog To HDMI Upconversion vs Component**, Composite More HDMI Inputs 6 vs 7 (1 front) More Analog Audio Line Inputs 4 vs 7 (1 Front) More Optical Inputs 1 vs 2 More Composite Video Inputs vs 2 More Component Video Inputs vs 2 Front A/V Inputs USB vs HDMI, Mini-Jack Buy on Amazon COMMON STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both receivers. STRENGTHS THX™ Certification Dolby Atmos DTS:X DSD via HDMI Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. New HDCP Version HDR10 Dolby Vision 4K or 8K Video Passthrough Chromecast Built-In Ethernet Wi-Fi Bluetooth USB Input Phono Input Zones Analog Tuner Pandora Spotify Tidal WEAKNESSES No Front Wide Channel Support No IMAX Enhanced No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer No Analog Pre-Outs AUDIO SECTION AMPLIFIER Onkyo TX-NR6100 Onkyo TX-NR686 7 channel Amplifier: Onkyo TX-NR6100 features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers. 7 channel Linear Class A/B Amplifier: Onkyo TX-NR686 features 7 channel power amplifier with Linear Class A/B design. It is rated at 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers. * Dynamic Audio Amplification: Onkyo TX-NR6100 and Onkyo TX-NR686 feature Dynamic Audio Amplification which is Onkyo’s amplification philosophy that focuses on capturing the energy and dynamism contained in the audio signal and reproducing it without loss. Audio signals are not static like a test tone, but rather a countless collection of constantly moving waves. While static measurements such as S/N ratio and Total Harmonic Distortion are important, Onkyo believes that excellent dynamic and transient response is the key to emotionally involving sound. Dynamism - the “life” in music - is achieved when the amp can respond to changes in the signal instantaneously, so notes start and stop naturally and the nuances in attack, decay, sustain, and release are voiced with conviction. Onkyo home theater receivers represent the culmination of almost 70 years’ experience in amplifier design. The unique elements of their amplification system comprise high-current, low-impedance architecture to accurately control large speaker cones while enabling instantaneous response to dynamic changes, and discrete wide-range amplifier circuit topology to eliminate phase shift for clear and accurate audio imaging. THX SELECT™ (PREVIOUSLY KNOWN AS SELECT2) CERTIFICATION Onkyo TX-NR6100 and Onkyo TX-NR686 are THX Select™ (previously known as Select2) certified. This means that they are made for medium sized rooms, up to 2,000 cubic feet in size, with a 10-12 foot viewing distance from the screen. * THX™ Certification: THX™ Certification offers optimal performance, superior quality and seamless integration. THX works with partners from the ground up, so that certified products deliver professional quality audio-visual experiences right out of the box. They only certify the very best products with uncompromised quality, performance and consistency. They ensure that THX certified devices play well with lower performing devices and components. THX listening modes make the receiver to have one speaker set up for movies, music and games. They are tested for power output, bass management, signal-to-noise ratio and feature THX Loudness Plus, Boundary Gain Compensation, Timbre Matching and RE-EQ. * Power Output: Power output is tested to ensure the receiver accurately plays source material at THX Reference Level in every input and mode and at every sampling rate for all possible playback combinations selected by the listener. * Frequency Response: THX has strict requirements for frequency response to ensure that you hear all the details in high-resolution tracks, ensures dialog in movies, and vocals in music are clear while maintaining deep, impactful bass output that doesn’t overpower the listening experience. * Signal-to-Noise Ratio: THX tests the signal-to-noise ratio to ensure the unit is designed to have low noise performance with very little to no audible hiss from the speakers. * Bass Management: THX requires an 80Hz crossover point in the setup menu to ensure proper bass management in every THX Certified AVR. This setting confirms that the subwoofer handles low frequencies, freeing up the loudspeakers to handle mids and highs. * THX Loudness Plus™: THX Loudness Plus™ is a volume control technology featured in THX Certified Dominus, THX Certified Ultra and THX Certified Select AV Receivers, and preamplifiers that automatically adjusts the front-to-back speaker level relationship as you turn the volume down. With THX Loudness Plus, home theater audiences can now experience the rich details of surround sound at any volume level. * Boundary Gain Compensation: Sitting near a wall may result in increased acoustic levels at the lower frequencies. BGC corrects the way low frequency sound is perceived when seated near a wall. This results in a more accurate bass response. * Timbre Matching: Your ears hear different tonal qualities in sounds coming from different directions. Timbre Matching restores the frequency balance between your front and surround speakers ensuring seamless and smooth panning between the front to back of the room. * RE-EQ: Many movie soundtracks are mixed in studios for playback in large cinema auditoriums with an array of speakers. When played on home systems, they may appear abrasive and edgy. Re-EQ establishes a more accurate tonal balance when enjoying movies in your home. SPEAKER CONFIGURATIONS Onkyo TX-NR6100's and Onkyo TX-NR686's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations. * Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos: Onkyo TX-NR6100: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.Onkyo TX-NR686: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier. * DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X: Onkyo TX-NR6100: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.Onkyo TX-NR686: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier. * Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels: Onkyo TX-NR6100: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.Onkyo TX-NR686: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier. * Bi-Amp: You can bi-amp Onkyo TX-NR6100's and Onkyo TX-NR686's front left and right speakers. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors. Shop Related Products Ads by Amazon × Thank you! This will help us improve your ad experience. We will try not to show you such ads again. Report a problem This item is... Not relevant Inappropriate / Offensive Displayed poorly Other Add Comments (Max 320 characters) Bestseller DEAL OF THE DAY ENDS IN Ads by Amazon DOLBY ATMOS Onkyo TX-NR6100 and Onkyo TX-NR686 support Dolby Atmos. It is a cinematic audio format in which sounds exist as individual entities, called audio objects. In Dolby Atmos, any sound can exist as an independent audio object, free of channel restrictions. They can be precisely placed and moved anywhere in your room, including overhead, to flow above and around you in three-dimensional space. Through the use of audio objects, overhead sound, and all the richness, clarity, and power of Dolby sound, Dolby Atmos turns your room into an amazing place for entertainment. The format supports up to 128 simultaneous independent audio objects in a mix for rich, realistic, and breathtaking sound. It recreates the director's original concept through descriptive metadata to provide customized playback for home theater and delivers sounds above you through overhead speakers, special upward-firing Dolby Atmos speakers, or a Dolby Atmos enabled sound bar. * Dolby Surround Upmixer: Both models support Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms. * Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Onkyo TX-NR6100 supports Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization which is a digital signal processing solution that leverages Dolby's deep understanding of human audio perception to create the sensation of overhead sound from the listener-level speakers. DTS:X Onkyo TX-NR6100 and Onkyo TX-NR686 support DTS:X. A technique used in DTS:X is similar to the one used in Dolby Atmos. Instead of a fixed number of channels, DTS:X defines object locations from the listener in polar coordinates. An a/v receiver then dynamically renders sound according to the current speaker configuration. The speaker layout employed by DTS:X is the sum of Dolby Atmos and Auro-3D. It has standard 7.1 channel base layer, a 5 channel height layer above the base layer on the front and side walls, and 3 rows of speakers on the ceiling. * DTS Neural:X: Both models feature DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility. * DTS Virtual:X: Onkyo TX-NR6100 supports DTS Virtual:X which bridges the gap between DTS:X codec and the reality of so many consumers' homes, allowing you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound regardless of room size, layout, or speaker configuration. If you have a limited speaker setup you will miss a full immersive potential of your entertainment system. DTS Virtual:X adds height and surround audio effect to your system without adding height speakers. It works with multiple configurations and delivers immersive sound experience out of 5.1 or even 2.1 speaker layouts. * DTS Dialog Control: Both models have DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances. ENHANCED AUDIO RETURN CHANNEL (EARC) Onkyo TX-NR6100 supports Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature allows the compatible TV to send audio signal to the a/v receiver through the same HDMI cable which is used to send audio and video signals to the TV. So one HDMI cable is used to transfer audio signal in both directions. New Enhanced ARC will support uncompressed audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio whereas the previous ARC could support only Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS HD, and PCM. Shop Related Products Ads by Amazon × Thank you! This will help us improve your ad experience. We will try not to show you such ads again. Report a problem This item is... Not relevant Inappropriate / Offensive Displayed poorly Other Add Comments (Max 320 characters) Bestseller DEAL OF THE DAY ENDS IN Ads by Amazon SOUND PROCESSING * Compressed Music Enhancer: Onkyo TX-NR6100 and Onkyo TX-NR686 feature Compressed Music Enhancer which enhances the quality of the music files with lossy compression. Advanced Music Optimizer: Compressed music enhancement in Onkyo TX-NR6100 and Onkyo TX-NR686 is done by Onkyo’s Advanced Music Optimizer. While MP3 or AAC files may sound fine through the headphones of your portable digital player, the limitations of these files can be exposed when played back through a quality home entertainment system. This is because a significant amount of high-frequency bit information is lost during the file-compression process. To counter this, Onkyo has designed the Advanced Music Optimizer to compensate for lost bit information and improve the quality of compressed audio signals. This results in a clearer and more expansive sound. Also included in this technology is a loudness correction feature that further improves the audio character of compressed files. ROOM CALIBRATION Onkyo TX-NR6100 and Onkyo TX-NR686 come with AccuEQ with subwoofer EQ and AccuReflex™ room correction system. * AccuEQ: First, AccuEQ detects the presence of speakers and evaluates the impedance of each. Next, it pinpoints their distance relative to the main listening position using the mic and sets suitable sound-pressure levels. Then it selects the optimal crossover frequency so that deeper bass rolls smoothly off to the subwoofer. Finally, AccuEQ performs frequency response equalization based on room-acoustic and speaker data collected via microphone. The sound-field is now tailored around the listening position, resulting in a more immersive and realistic in-film experience. VIDEO SECTION HDMI Onkyo TX-NR6100 comes with 3 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support and 3 inputs with 4K support. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2. Onkyo TX-NR686 comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal. * 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Onkyo TX-NR6100: 3 out of 6 inputs pass up to 8K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4) and the rest of the inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal. 4K/60Hz Passthrough on Onkyo TX-NR686: All inputs pass up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4) video signal. * 4K Upscaling on Onkyo TX-NR6100: It can upscale 1080p to 4K from HDMI sources. * Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Onkyo TX-NR686 supports analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV. * BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on both models). * HDCP Copy Protection: Onkyo TX-NR6100 is HDCP 2.3 and Onkyo TX-NR686 is HDCP 2.2 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission. * Quick Media Switching (QMS): With HDMI 2.1a, Quick Media Switching for movies and video uses the HDMI VRR mechanism to eliminate the blackout period when an HDMI Source device switches its video mode. As long as the resolution remains the same and only the frame rate changes, QMS will instantly switch between frame rates. QMS eliminates A/V blackouts by using VRR technology to change frame rates, allowing instant changes from 24Hz to 60Hz frame rate, and anywhere in-between. The viewer never sees blank screens and gets a seamless experience (available on Onkyo TX-NR6100 only). * 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI. HDR (HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE) Onkyo TX-NR6100 supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma. Onkyo TX-NR686 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma. High dynamic range video has greater dynamic range than standard dynamic range (SDR) video with brighter whites and deeper blacks. The result is greater contrast and more details in dark and bright areas, better color and depth. * HDR10: HDR10 uses the wide-gamut Rec. 2020 color space. It sends static metadata via video stream to the TV which calibrates its screen brightness and color according to that. HDR10 supports 10-bit color which corresponds to 1024 shades of the primary RGB colors. It is technically limited to a maximum of 10,000 nits peak brightness, however common HDR10 contents are mastered with peak brightness from 1,000 to 4,000 nits. * HDR10+: HDR10+ is an HDR video technology that adds dynamic metadata to HDR10 source files. The dynamic metadata are used to adjust brightness levels on a scene-by-scene or even frame-by-frame basis. HDR10+ supports maximum of 10,000 nits peak brightness and 10-bit or more (up to 16-bit) color bit depth. It uses Samsung's dynamic metadata defined in SMPTE ST 2094-40. * Dolby Vision: Dolby Vision is a set of technologies developed by Dolby Laboratories for high dynamic range (HDR) video. It covers content creation, distribution, and playback. Like HDR10+, it includes dynamic metadata that are used to adjust and optimize each frame of the HDR video to the consumer display's capabilities in a way specified by the content creator. Dolby Vision allows for a maximum resolution of 8K up to 12-bit color depth, maximum peak brightness of 10,000 nits and a color gamut up to Rec. 2020. It uses Dolby's proprietary dynamic metadata defined in SMPTE ST 2094-10. * Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG): The Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) is a transfer function developed mainly for HDR live video feed and over-the-air broadcasts. It is an HDR format that uses BT.2020 color primaries and a bitdepth of 10-bit. It is backward compatible with the transfer function of SDR and is designed to be better-suited for television broadcasting, where the metadata required for other HDR formats is not backward compatible with non-HDR displays. HLG defines a non-linear optical-electro transfer function, in which the lower half of the signal values use a gamma curve and the upper half of the signal values use a logarithmic curve. Shop Related Products Ads by Amazon × Thank you! This will help us improve your ad experience. We will try not to show you such ads again. Report a problem This item is... Not relevant Inappropriate / Offensive Displayed poorly Other Add Comments (Max 320 characters) Bestseller DEAL OF THE DAY ENDS IN Ads by Amazon GAMING FEATURES Onkyo TX-NR6100 supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming. * Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM): Auto Low Latency Mode enables the ideal latency setting to automatically be set allowing for smooth, lag-free and uninterrupted viewing and interactivity. When the receiver detects a gaming signal it will enter ALLM. The signal will also be sent to the TV causing it to automatically switch to a low-latency, low-lag mode for gaming. Some functions will not be available on the receiver and TV during ALLM. * Variable Refresh Rate (VRR): VRR enables a gaming source such as a console or computer to deliver video frames as fast as it can, which in many cases is slower than the normal static refresh rate. It allows the TV to adapt to certain frame rate which reduces or eliminates lag, judder and frame tearing for more fluid and better detailed gameplay. * Quick Frame Transport (QFT): QFT reduces latency for smoother no-lag gaming, and real-time interactive virtual reality. It transports each frame at a higher rate to decrease display latency, which is the amount of time between a frame being ready for transport in the GPU and that frame being completely displayed. INPUTS AND OUTPUTS AUDIO * Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Onkyo TX-NR6100 and Onkyo TX-NR686 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver. * Analog Line Inputs: There are 4 pair of line inputs on Onkyo TX-NR6100 and 7 pair of line inputs on Onkyo TX-NR686 for connecting sources with analog outputs. * Digital Inputs: 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Onkyo TX-NR6100 and 2 optical inputs and 1 coaxial input are available on Onkyo TX-NR686 for digital audio connections. * Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver. VIDEO * HDMI: Onkyo TX-NR6100 Inputs: 6 Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2) 8K Inputs: 3.Onkyo TX-NR686 Inputs: 7 (1 front) Outputs: 2 (simultaneous) 8K Inputs: 0. * Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables. Onkyo TX-NR6100 Inputs: 0 Outputs: 0.Onkyo TX-NR686 Inputs: 2 Outputs: 0. * Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one. resolution on Component video connectors. * Onkyo TX-NR686 supports up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors. Onkyo TX-NR6100 Inputs: 0 Outputs: 0.Onkyo TX-NR686 Inputs: 2 Outputs: 0. FRONT A/V INPUTS * Onkyo TX-NR6100: USB * Onkyo TX-NR686: HDMI, Mini-Jack ONKYO TX-NR6100 ONKYO TX-NR686 SPECIFICATIONS And in the end let us list all the available specifications of the receivers side-by-side. BASICS Onkyo TX-NR6100 Onkyo TX-NR686 BrandOnkyoOnkyoModelTX-NR6100TX-NR686TypeA/V ReceiverA/V ReceiverCountryNorth AmericaNorth AmericaRelease Year20212018 AMPLIFIER Onkyo TX-NR6100 Onkyo TX-NR686 Channels7.27.2Front Wide Channel SupportAmplifierLinear Class A/BDynamic Audio AmplificationNon-Phase Shift AmplifierVLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) Front L/R Channels Front L/R channelsOptimum Gain Volume CircuitryTHX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2) Select™ (previously known as Select2)Continuous 6 Ω RatedCertified 4 Ω PerformanceDiscrete Output Stage CircuitryIndependent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)Bi-amp CapabilityBTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging) AUDIO Onkyo TX-NR6100 Onkyo TX-NR686 Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine32-bit Digital Signal Processing Engines32-bit Digital Signal Processing EnginesDACAKM AK4458DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit384 kHz/32 BitMaximum Channel Processing7.17.1Air Studios Monitor CertificationDolby AtmosDolby Atmos Height VirtualizationDolby Atmos MusicDolby TrueHDDolby Digital PlusDolby Surround UpmixerDolby Pro LogicDolby Digital EXTHX Listening ModesDTS:XDTS Neural:XDTS Virtual:XDTS NeoDTS-HD Master AudioDTS-HD High Resolution AudioDTS 96/24DTS ExpressDTS-ESIMAX EnhancedAuro 3D with Auro-Matic UpmixerPCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch InputMusic Playback via USBFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHDFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHDHigh Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz up to 192 kHzHigh Resolution Audio Formats via USBFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHDFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHDMulti-Channel Music File Playback via USBGapless PlaybackDSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch InputDSD via USB 2-ch Input 2-ch InputDSD to PCM ConverterUSB DACJitter Reduction PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF Audio PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF AudioDTS Dialog ControlDialog EnhancementDialog NormalizationDialogue LiftTone Control Front L/R Front L/R ChannelsCompressed Music Enhancer Advanced Music Optimizer Advanced Music Optimizer (bluetooth included)High-resolution Music EnhancerTHX Processing ModeAudyssey Dynamic EQAudyssey Dynamic VolumeAudyssey LFCAudyssey Sub EQ HTAudyssey DSXPhase-Matching Bass BoostDirect ModePure Audio ModePure Direct Analog Path ModeVirtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional) T-D (Theater-Dimensional) CALIBRATION Onkyo TX-NR6100 Onkyo TX-NR686 Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. AccuEQ with subwoofer EQ and AccuReflex™ AccuEQ with AccuReflex™ VIDEO Onkyo TX-NR6100 Onkyo TX-NR686 HDMI Version2.1Enhanced ARCHDCP Version2.32.2HDR10HDR10+Dynamic HDRDolby VisionHLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)BT.2020 color spaceQMS (Quick Media Switching)ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)QFT (Quick Frame transport)3-D ReadyVideo Signal Passthroughup to 8K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4KAnalog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, CompositeComponent Video UpscalingAnalog to Analog Video conversionComponent Video Maximum Resolution480i/576iisf Certified Calibration Control CONNECTIVITY Onkyo TX-NR6100 Onkyo TX-NR686 MHL InputFireConnectFlareConnectChromecast Built-InDTS Play-FiWorks with Amazon AlexaGoogle assistantApple SiriWorks with SONOS requires firmware update & Sonos ConnectAirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay 2 after firmware updateApple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPadRemote AppOnkyo Controller and Music Control appsOnkyo Remote App for iPod touch/iPhone and Android-Powered DevicesInstaPrevue Input Source PrevueEthernetEthernet SwitchWi-FiBluetooth SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD SBC, AACHDBaseT CompatibleHDMI Inputs67 (1 front)HDMI Outputs2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)2 (simultaneous)8K Inputs3USB Input2 (front and rear)1 (Rear)USB DC Out PortAnalog Audio Line Input47 (1 Front)Analog Audio Line OutputPhono InputOptical Inputs12Optical OutputsCoaxial Inputs11Composite Video Input2Composite Video OutputS-Video InputS-Video OutputComponent Video Input2Component Video OutputPC InMulti-Channel InputAnalog Pre-Outs0.20.2XLR InputsXLR Pre-outsFront A/V InputsUSBHDMI, Mini-JackSpeaker A/BHeadphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4") ZONES Onkyo TX-NR6100 Onkyo TX-NR686 Zones22Powered Zones 2 2Zone 2 OutsRCA Line Out (shared with Zone B)RCA Line OutWhole House ModeRS-232C Interface+12V Trigger Output00Remote (IR) Input/Output0 / 00 / 0 MISC Onkyo TX-NR6100 Onkyo TX-NR686 On-Screen Display Graphical Overlaid On-Screen Display (OSD) via HDMI with Quick Set-UpGUI Languages7IP Control for CIDetachable Power CorduportONKYO-RI System ControlRIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI)Smart Grid-Ready RADIO Onkyo TX-NR6100 Onkyo TX-NR686 Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AMPresets4040Digital RadioInternet Radio TuneIn TuneInPandoraSpotifyTidalDeezerNapsterSiriusXM Internet Radio CONSTRUCTION Onkyo TX-NR6100 Onkyo TX-NR686 Solid Aluminum FrontSpeaker Terminals99Large Speaker Terminals99Color-Coded Speaker TerminalsTransparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals18mm Pitch High Grade Pre-outs19mm-Pitch Audio InputsGold plated RCA terminals POWER Onkyo TX-NR6100 Onkyo TX-NR686 Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 HzIndependent Power SupplyH.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Custom High-Current Low-Noise Power Transformer Customized TransformerToroidal TransformerPower Consumption635 W580 WNo Sound Power65 W60 WStandby Power0.1 W0.15 W GENERAL Onkyo TX-NR6100 Onkyo TX-NR686 ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby FunctionDimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 173.5 mm x 379.5 mm 17-1/8" x 6-13/16" x 14-15/16"435 mm x 173.5 mm x 379.5 mm 17-1/8" x 6-13/16" x 14-15/16"Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)534 mm x 265 mm x 468 mm 21" x 10-7/16" x 18-7/16"Weight9.8 kg (21.6 lbs)10.0 kg (22.0 lbs)Weight of Package12.5 kg (27.6 lbs)Warranty2 Years2 Years SPECS Onkyo TX-NR6100 Onkyo TX-NR686 Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2100 W (0.08% THD)100 W (0.08% THD)Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA)210 W (10% THD)210 W (10% THD)Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)240 W240 WDynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)210 W210 WDynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)120 W120 WTHD0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ (1 kHz, 100 W/8 Ω)200 mV/47 kΩ (1 kHz, 100 W/8 Ω)Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ3.5 mV/47 kΩRated Preout Level and Impedance1 V/470 Ω (subwoofer)Rated Headphone Power Output80 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)80 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)106 dB106 dBS/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)80 dB80 dBFrequency Response (Analog In)10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct)DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHzDSD Sampling Rates via USB2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 MHz2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHzVideo Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y) 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR) 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX10BASE-T/100BASE-TXWi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/acIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/nWi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz5 GHz, 2.4 GHzBluetooth Version4․24․1 + LEBluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHzUSB TerminalFront: Ver. 2.0, 5 V, 0.5 A Rear: Ver. 2.0, 5 V, 1 AVer. 2.0, 5 V, 1 AFM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHzFM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)Mono: 1.56 µV (15.0 dBf)AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz530 kHz - 1710 kHz * - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only ** - 480i/576i only *** - no 1080p/24 upconversion **** - 1080p signal is not converted Shop Related Products 1. Ads by Amazon 1-ON-1 COMPARISON Compare SIDE-BY-SIDE COMPARISON Compare FREQUENTLY VIEWED YAMAHA RX-V6A YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A1040 YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A6A YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A4A YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A2060 YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A8A ONKYO TX-RZ50 YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A670 YAMAHA RX-V485 DENON AVR-X4500H PIONEER ELITE VSX-LX505 SONY STR-DH790 YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A1050 ONKYO TX-NR656 DENON AVR-S760H YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A760 ONKYO TX-NR7100 YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A3080 YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A1080 ONKYO TX-NR515 FREQUENTLY COMPARED vs YAMAHA RX-V6A YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A2A vs YAMAHA RX-V6A YAMAHA RX-V4A vs YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A6A YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A8A vs DENON AVR-X1700H DENON AVR-S760H vs DENON AVR-X2700H DENON AVR-X1700H vs ONKYO TX-RZ50 ONKYO TX-NR7100 vs YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A4A YAMAHA RX-V6A vs DENON AVR-X2800H DENON AVR-X2700H vs DENON AVR-X2700H YAMAHA RX-V6A vs DENON AVR-X2800H DENON AVR-X1700H vs YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A6A YAMAHA RX-V6A vs YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A6A YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A4A vs DENON AVR-X3800H ONKYO TX-RZ50 vs ONKYO TX-NR6100 ONKYO TX-NR696 vs ONKYO TX-NR6100 YAMAHA RX-V6A vs DENON AVR-X4800H MARANTZ CINEMA 40 vs ONKYO TX-RZ50 PIONEER ELITE VSX-LX505 vs MARANTZ SR6015 MARANTZ SR7015 vs DENON AVR-X2800H DENON AVR-S970H vs YAMAHA RX-V4A DENON AVR-S660H AMAZON AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE ZKelectronics is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for website owners to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon (.com, .co.uk, .ca, etc) and any other websites that may be affiliated with Amazon Service LLC Associates Program. © 2023 ZKelectronics Privacy About Contact x x x