A nine-channel 8K AV amplifier with 11.4 processing, four subwoofer outputs and gaming features including AMD FreeSync. A nine-channel receiver with 11.4 processing that runs 5.1.4 or 7.1.2 natively and 7.1.4 with a stereo amplifier.
Choose the AVC-X3900H for gaming-led rooms that value VRR, ALLM and AMD FreeSync with four subwoofer outputs. Choose the AVC-X4800H for rooms that want Audyssey MultEQ XT32, a 125 W rating and seven 8K HDMI inputs. Neither is better in every room; the speaker plan decides.
A starting point before we look at your room.
| Model | Best for |
|---|---|
| Denon AVC-X3900H | Gaming-led rooms that value VRR, ALLM and AMD FreeSync with four subwoofer outputs |
| Denon AVC-X4800H | Rooms that want Audyssey MultEQ XT32, a 125 W rating and seven 8K HDMI inputs |
Specifications from each manufacturer's official product information. Values we could not confirm there are marked rather than estimated.
| Specification | Denon AVC-X3900H | Denon AVC-X4800H |
|---|---|---|
| Type | AV Receiver | AV Receiver |
| Processing channels | 11.4 | 11.4 |
| Amplified channels | 9 | 9 |
| Rated power (manufacturer) | 105W per channel | 125W per channel |
| Layout capability | 5.1.4 or 7.1.2 (up to 7.1.4 with external amplification) | 5.1.4 or 7.1.2 (up to 7.1.4 with external amplification) |
| HDMI | 6 in (all 8K), eARC | 7 in / 3 out (all inputs 8K), HDCP 2.3, eARC |
| Video | 8K and 4K; Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG; VRR, ALLM, AMD FreeSync | 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz; Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Audio formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Auro-3D, IMAX Enhanced, 360 Reality Audio | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Auro-3D, IMAX Enhanced |
| Room correction | Audyssey room correction; Dirac Live upgrade available | Audyssey MultEQ XT32; Dirac Live upgrade available |
| Streaming & control | HEOS built-in | HEOS built-in, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Roon Tested, Wi-Fi |
| Other features | 4 independent subwoofer outputs | 4 independent subwoofer outputs; 3 zones |
9 amplified channels with 11.4-channel processing. 9 amplified channels with 11.4-channel processing. Both handle the same number of channels, so the decision rests on features, calibration and design rather than speaker count.
What changes on site between the two.
Both handle the same number of channels, so the decision rests on features, calibration and design rather than speaker count.
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Not in every room. The AVC-X3900H suits gaming-led rooms that value VRR, ALLM and AMD FreeSync with four subwoofer outputs; the AVC-X4800H suits rooms that want Audyssey MultEQ XT32, a 125 W rating and seven 8K HDMI inputs.
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