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Denon AVR-X4800H vs Marantz Cinema 50
A sourced, side-by-side spec comparison. Marantz Cinema 50 is cheaper at $2500. Every spec and price links to its source.
Side by side
| Denon AVR-X4800H | Marantz Cinema 50 | |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $2799 (MSRP, US) | $2500 (MSRP, US (original 2022 launch price; current Marantz list price is $2,800)) |
| Brand | Denon | Marantz |
| Released | 2023 | 2022 |
| channels | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| watts per channel 8ohm | 125 | 110 |
| hdmi inputs | 7 | 6 |
| hdmi inputs 8k | 7 | 6 |
| dolby atmos | true | true |
| room correction | Audyssey MultEQ XT32 (Dirac Live upgradeable) | Audyssey MultEQ XT32 (Dirac Live upgradeable) |
| wireless streaming | HEOS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect | HEOS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect |
| release year | 2023 | 2022 |
Sources — Denon AVR-X4800H: denon.com (verified 2026-06-19). Marantz Cinema 50: marantz.com (verified 2026-06-19).