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The New Marantz Cinema 30 vs Onkyo TX-RZ70 – A Detailed AVR Comparison

In the ever-evolving world of home entertainment, the launch of a new AV receiver is always an event worth noting. The recent launch of the Marantz Cinema 30 in 2024 has set audiophiles and home cinema enthusiasts abuzz, especially when compared to its predecessor in excellence, like Onkyo TX-RZ70, AVC-X8500HA which hit the market in 2023 and earlier. Apart from their similar capabilities in my opinion the notable difference is in their power delivery systems. The Marantz Cinema 30, steps ahead with its use of an 835VA toroidal transformer, a key differentiator that promises cleaner power output and less electrical interference, potentially setting a new benchmark in audio fidelity for the industry.

We’ve compiled a detailed comparison of their specifications to help you make an informed decision.

Cinema 30 vs TX-RZ70 Comparison Table:

Specification	Onkyo TX-RZ70	Marantz Cinema 30
Channels	11.2 / 7.2.4	11.4
Power Output (2-Channel Driven)	140W x 11 at 8 Ohms	140W x 11 at 8 Ohms (0.05% THD), 175W at 6 Ohms (0.7% THD)
Power Output (1-Channel Driven)	–	250W at 6 Ohms (10% THD)
DTS Compatibility	DTS Neural:X, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced	DTS Neo:6, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DTS:X Pro, IMAX Enhanced
Dolby Compatibility	Dolby Atmos, Dolby Surround	Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Surround, Dolby TrueHD
Auro 3D Support	Yes	Yes
HDR Compatibility	HDR10+, Dolby Vision	HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Hybrid Log Gamma
Pass-Through Support	Not Specified	8K60p
Upscaling	No	8K UHD
Rear HDMI Inputs	6 x HDMI 2.1	7 x HDMI 2.1
Front HDMI Inputs	1	–
HDMI Outputs	3 x HDMI 2.1 (Zone 2)	3 x HDMI 2.1
Audio File Support	–	2.8 MHz DSD, 5.6 MHz DSD, AAC, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, WAV, WMA
Wi-Fi	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes	Yes
Wireless Audio Protocols	AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, DTS Play-Fi, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect	AirPlay 2, HEOS, Roon Ready
Virtual Assistant Support	Apple AirPlay, Works with Alexa, Works with Google Assistant	Works with Alexa, Works with Google Assistant
Tuner	AM/FM	AM/FM
Bi-Amp Capability	Yes	Yes
Weight	48.5 lbs	42.8 lbs
Price	Rs 428000	Rs 625000