Marantz SR6014 vs Sony STRZA5000ES

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An overview of Marantz SR6014 and Sony STRZA5000ES will help us understand the many features that the devices are equipped with. According to the results of our review, Marantz SR6014 received 9.2 points out of 10 possible, and Sony STRZA5000ES was rated 7.3 points. The release date of SR6014 is 2019, and STRZA5000ES is 2016. And as a result of the review, it becomes clear that STRZA5000ES is inferior in audio processing features to SR6014.

Main advantages Marantz SR6014 over Sony STRZA5000ES

Main advantages Sony STRZA5000ES over Marantz SR6014

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the devices received different marks - 9 and 8, respectively, on a 10-point scale.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. Both receivers can handle the 9.2-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 STRZA5000ES this value is 130/8 W/Ohm, and for the SR6014 it is 110/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the SR6014 10 out of 10, and the STRZA5000ES - 7.

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.

Speaker A/B switching allows you to change between the main and sub speaker set. Marantz SR6014 can work with the main and additional set of speakers - and switch between them.

Connectivity

The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is markedly different, Marantz SR6014 scored 8, and Sony STRZA5000ES scored 6 out of 10.

Bluetooth connection is now one of the main communication protocols for the receiver's control or even music broadcasting. Of the two receivers reviewed, only Marantz SR6014 has a built-in Bluetooth.

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, Marantz SR6014 got 10 points, but Sony STRZA5000ES received 7 points.

Marantz SR6014 is equipped with 8/3 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Sony STRZA5000ES has 6/2 HDMI inputs and outputs.

HDMI eARC is the next step in the development of audio return channel technology, which works in conjunction with HDMI 2.1. Using eARC provides the highest sound quality for home audio systems. HDMI eARC is available only on Marantz SR6014.

The HDCP encryption protocol is now mandatory for most media devices. This security technology encrypts digital signals from one product to another. HDCP content-encryption protocol is present on Marantz SR6014 in the HDCP 2.3 version, and Sony STRZA5000ES has the HDCP 2.2 version.

Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the SR6014 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 the SR6014 were rated 10 out of 10 against the 9 for the STRZA5000ES.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the SR6014 got 10 points, but the STRZA5000ES has 6.

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 SR6014 can be controlled by voice via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI. Only the Marantz SR6014 has the ECO mode.

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

Marantz SR6014 got 9 points for the multichannel surround sound and Sony STRZA5000ES got 8.

Rivals in this competition licensed by IMAX.