Denon AVR-X3800H Passive Speaker System vs Sonos Arc With Era 100 Surrounds Sub Gen 4
Sonos Arc With
Worth-It Score: 76/100
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Verdict: Denon AVR-X3800H provides 9.4 channels and 105W per channel with HDMI 2.1 per manufacturer specs, outperforming the Sonos bundle in raw power and video features. Sonos Arc With Era 100 Surrounds Sub Gen 4 offers wireless convenience with Sound Motion technology and dual force-canceling woofers on Sub 4, released 2024-10. Denon wins for dedicated installs while Sonos suits wireless multi-room use.
How we scored it
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Our methodology
Winner: Denon AVR-X3800H Passive Speaker System
Denon AVR-X3800H Passive Speaker System: 8.5/10
Sonos Arc With Era 100 Surrounds Sub Gen 4: 7/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Denon AVR-X3800H Passive Speaker System | Sonos Arc With Era 100 Surrounds Sub Gen 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Channels | 9.4 | — |
| Amplification | 105W per channel | — |
| HDMI Support | 2.1 (8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz) | No |
| Wireless Connectivity | No | Yes (Wi-Fi) |
Denon AVR-X3800H Passive Speaker System
What works
- 105W per channel amplification for passive speakers
- 11.4 channel processing with HDMI 2.1
- Full Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support
What doesn't
- Requires separate passive speakers and wiring
- Released 2022-10 with no newer refresh
Sonos Arc With Era 100 Surrounds Sub Gen 4
What works
- Wireless setup with Era 100 surrounds and Sub 4
- Sound Motion technology on Arc Ultra
- Released 2024-10 with latest Gen 4 components
What doesn't
- Limited to Sonos ecosystem and Wi-Fi only
- No HDMI 2.1 video passthrough
Bottom line
Our pick: Denon AVR-X3800H Passive Speaker System.
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