Denon AVR-X3800H 9.4 Channel AV Receiver
- 9.4 channel configuration, 11.4 processing
- 105 W per channel, 9 amplified channels
- 6 HDMI 2.1 inputs, 3 outputs, 4K/120 and 8K
- 4 independent subwoofer outputs, RCA and XLR
- Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, IMAX Enhanced, Auro 3D
- HDR10+, HLG, Dolby Vision and Dynamic HDR pass-through
- VRR, ALLM and QFT gaming features
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and HEOS streaming built in
Last refreshed Jun 20, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A strong hub for a height speaker home theater that also handles consoles and streaming in one box. The chassis is deep and heavy, so check shelf depth and ventilation before ordering.
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ASIN: B0BBYSLL3VModel: AVRX3800HCategory: Stereo & AV Receivers
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Overview
A dedicated media room or a busy living room gets one box that decodes surround formats, switches video sources and powers passive speakers. Denon adds streaming over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and an included microphone runs Audyssey room correction during setup.
Format coverage is wide, from the major object audio systems to upmixers that spread older content into height speakers. Separate subwoofer outputs give real control over bass across a room. Processing headroom goes past the built-in amplifier count, so the extra channels need outside power.
Who it's for
Suited to a room built around a projector or a large TV, with several players and consoles feeding one receiver. Someone after a compact stereo box for a pair of bookshelf speakers will find it oversized.
Pros and cons
- Broad object audio format support
- Separate subwoofer outputs with RCA and XLR
- Gaming features VRR, ALLM and QFT
- Audyssey microphone included for room correction
- Deep, heavy chassis needs a sturdy shelf
- Full processing needs an external amplifier
- Microphone stand is cardboard
- Power test conditions not listed
Performance notes
Audyssey room correction uses the included microphone to measure the room, so results depend on careful measurement from the listening seats. Bass smoothness depends on how the independent subwoofer outputs are placed and managed. Dolby Surround and DTS Neural:X upmixing route older stereo and surround content into the height channels, which only pays off when height speakers are installed.
Specifications
| Brand | Denon |
|---|---|
| Model | AVRX3800H |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 27.6 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 21.1 × 19 × 10.1 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Output Power | 105 watts |
| HDMI outputs | 3 |
| Subwoofer outputs | 4 independent, RCA and XLR |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Warranty & support | |
| Supported Internet Services | Pandora, Spotify, TIDAL |
| Warranty Description | 3 years |
| Video resolution support | 8K |
| Other details | |
| Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 9.4 Channels |
| Number of Channels | 9 amplified |
| Total Number of HDMI Ports | 6 HDMI 2.1 inputs |
| HDR formats | HDR10+, HLG, HDR, Dolby Vision, Dynamic HDR |
| Video Encoding | HEVC (H.265) |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth, HEOS, Wi-Fi |
| Control Type | Remote, Voice |
| Gaming features | VRR, ALLM, QFT |
| Processing channels | 11.4 |
| Room correction | Audyssey |
| Audio formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, IMAX Enhanced, Auro 3D, Dolby Height Virtualization, DTS Virtual:X |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Denon AVR-X3800H a powered speaker system or soundbar?
No. It is an AV receiver that drives passive speakers you supply. The box holds the receiver, remote, antennas, setup microphone and cords, with no speakers listed.
Can the Denon AVR-X3800H run all 11.4 processing channels on its own?
It processes up to 11.4 channels but the listing shows 9 amplified channels, so the remaining channels need an external power amplifier.
What comes in the box with the Denon AVR-X3800H?
The listing names the receiver, remote with batteries, AC cord, AM/FM antennas, 3 detachable external antennas, wire labels, a quick start guide, an Audyssey microphone and a cardboard mic stand.
Can the Denon AVR-X3800H stream music without a cable?
Yes. It streams over Wi-Fi with HEOS multi-room and over Bluetooth, and the listed services include Spotify, Pandora and TIDAL.
How does room correction work on the Denon AVR-X3800H?
Audyssey Room Correction runs during setup using the included microphone and its cardboard stand to measure the room.