Sony HT-A3000 vs Denon DHT-S217 review

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Sony HT-A3000 vs Denon DHT-S217 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, HT-A3000 has a total rating of 7.6 out of 10 versus 4.8 for DHT-S217.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Sony HT-A3000 has 3.1 versus 2.1 for the Denon DHT-S217. The output power is different and equal to 250 (overall) W for the HT-A3000 versus 40 (overall) W for the DHT-S217. Competitors have a built-in subwoofer. The Sony HT-A3000 got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the Denon DHT-S217 4 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify support is available on the HT-A3000.

Connectivity

Only the Sony HT-A3000 can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Sony HT-A3000 has 0/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the Denon DHT-S217. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. For connectivity, each of the soundbars received a rating of 7/10.

Features

App control is available for the DHT-S217. None of the models under consideration have a built-in microphone. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the HT-A3000. For multichannel surround Sony HT-A3000 got a rating of 10, and Denon DHT-S217 5 out of 10.

Advantages Sony HT-A3000 over Denon DHT-S217

Advantages Denon DHT-S217 over Sony HT-A3000