This 9.2-channel Onkyo SMART A/V Receiver™ will play the lead role in your whole-home audio experience.

  • Sonos-enabled, Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2, and DTS Play-Fi® are enhanced by high-speed 802.11ac Wi-Fi®
  • Speaker outputs with DACs can power D/A audio in three rooms.
  • With nine channels of high-current power on tap, crank the volume to THX® Certified Select™ reference level and wrap your family in 5.2.4 channels of Dolby Atmos® or DTS: X® sound.
  • Go bigger with the IMAX® Enhanced*2 content option
  • Dolby Surround® up mixes legacy sound for height-enabled systems.
  • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer creates a 3D sound field using horizontal speakers.
  • DAA features an upgraded power train while anti-noise refinements result in a wider soundstage.
  • AccuEQ Advance 9-point calibration eliminates standing waves so audio is expressed naturally.
  • SMART AV Receiver
  • Works with Sonos
  • Chromecast built-in with the Google Assistant
  • Experience IMAX® Enhanced
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This 9.2-channel Onkyo SMART A/V Receiver™ will play the lead role in your whole-home audio experience.

  • Sonos-enabled, Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2, and DTS Play-Fi® are enhanced by high-speed 802.11ac Wi-Fi®
  • Speaker outputs with DACs can power D/A audio in three rooms.
  • With nine channels of high-current power on tap, crank the volume to THX® Certified Select™ reference level and wrap your family in 5.2.4 channels of Dolby Atmos® or DTS: X® sound.
  • Go bigger with the IMAX® Enhanced*2 content option
  • Dolby Surround® up mixes legacy sound for height-enabled systems.
  • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer creates a 3D sound field using horizontal speakers.
  • DAA features an upgraded power train while anti-noise refinements result in a wider soundstage.
  • AccuEQ Advance 9-point calibration eliminates standing waves so audio is expressed naturally.
  • SMART AV Receiver
  • Works with Sonos
  • Chromecast built-in with the Google Assistant
  • Experience IMAX® Enhanced
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SMART AV Receiver

SMART AV Receiver is the heart of your home entertainment system. Access streaming content from Amazon Music*1, Pandora®*2, Spotify®*2, TIDAL*2, Deezer*2, and TuneIn*2 and share sound as part of a multi-room system
via Works with Sonos, AirPlay 2, DTS Play-Fi®, and FlareConnect.

*1 Amazon Music which is integrated in this product is only available in U.S., U.K., Germany, Spain, Italy, France, and Japan.
*2 Available services may differ depending on your area.
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Works with Sonos

This Onkyo receiver can join your existing Sonos Home Sound System, or be the start of a new one, just by pairing it with a Sonos Connect. The AVR ties into the Sonos ecosystem, waking, changing inputs, and playing at the desired volume on command from the Sonos app.
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Chromecast built-in with the Google Assistant

Stream any music from your smartphone, laptop, or PC to the receiver with ease. Control playback with Chromecast-enabled apps you know and love from your iPhone, iPad, Android phone or tablet, Mac or Windows® laptop, or Chromebook. If you have a smart speaker featuring the Google Assistant, you can cue, play, and control music playback by voice.
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Experience IMAX® Enhanced

IMAX Enhanced* A/V receivers feature DTS:X sound technology optimized for the IMAX® signature experience, reproducing the full dynamic range of IMAX theatrical sound-mixes available with digitally re-mastered IMAX Enhanced content. A pre-set IMAX Mode reproduces audio at the highest levels and delivers lMAX Enhanced content as the filmmakers intended. IMAX Enhanced versions of a range of films, from Hollywood blockbusters to documentaries, will be released for 4K HDR streaming and Ultra HD Blu-ray.
*Enabled with a future firmware update.
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THX® Certified Select™ theater-reference sound

THX Certified Select guarantees the same reference volume level of a commercial theater in rooms where the viewing position is about 10–12 ft. from the screen. To gain certification for reference sound within strict THX® sound quality parameters, receivers must pass 2,000 bench-tests in 75 categories covering 14,000 data points.
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Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® – setting sound free

Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® formats allow engineers to map sound anywhere in 3D space, effects moving from speaker to speaker all around the room and wrapping your audience in the latest films and games. You can also enjoy your 3D speaker layout with classic titles. Dolby Surround® and DTS® Neural:X find overhead cues in legacy soundtracks and upmix for awesome spatial realism.
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Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer

When playing any Dolby® format, engaging Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer enables a more immersive listening experience, creating a virtual surround and height effect from traditional speaker layouts without employing additional surround or height speakers.
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Dynamic Audio Amplification

Refined over 70 years to deliver emotion in high fidelity, DAA features a custom High-Current Low-Noise Power Transformer, customized capacitors, and discrete amp output stages. Unique topology prevents phase-shift while high current improves speaker control for true dynamic speed. Driving 4-ohm loads through all channels, DAA has power to move.
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Ready for 4K HDR entertainment

Enjoy support for HDR (High Dynamic Range) video including HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision®, and BT.2020. The 4:4:4 color space is also supported. Six HDMI inputs, ARC-ready MAIN OUT, and SUB OUT pass 4K/60p and HDR video from player to compatible TV and projector and all terminals are HDCP 2.2 compliant.

Amplifier

# Channels
9.2
Power Watts/Ch (8 Ohms 20-20kHz, 2 Channels Driven, FTC)
100 Watts, 0.08% THD
Power Watts/Ch (6 Ohms 1kHz, 1 Channel Driven)
220 Watts, 10% THD
Dynamic Audio Amplification
✓ (for Clear and Realistic Sound)
H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply)
✓
Non-Phase Shift Amplifier
✓
THX Certified
✓
Continuous 6 Ohms Rated
✓
Certified 4 Ohms Performance
✓
Discrete Output Stage Circuitry
✓
Amplifier Design
Linear Class A/B
Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)
-
Independent Power Supply
-
Bi-amp Capability For Front
✓

Processing

Dolby Atmos
✓
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer
✓ (Enabled with a future firmware update)
32-Bit Digital Signal Processing Engine
✓
Dolby Decoder
Dolby Atmos, Dolby True HD
DTS:X
✓
DTS Decoder
DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio
ONKYO GAME Surround Modes
✓ (Rock, Sports, Action, RPG)
VLSC for Noiseless Audio Processing
✓(Fronts)
IMAX Enhanced
✓(Enabled with a future firmware update)
THX Processing Mode
✓
CinemaFILTER
-
AccuEQ Room Calibration
✓(Advance w/ AccuReflex)
Phase-Matching Bass Boost
-
Direct/Pure Mode
✓/-
Pure Direct Analog Path Mode
-
Advanced Music Optimizer
✓
384K/32 Bit DACs
✓
192K/24 Bit DACs
-

Connectivity

Analog Audio IN
6
Phono Input
✓
Digital Audio IN (OPT/COAX)
1 / 1
Composite Video I/O
2 / 0
Component Video I/O
1 / 0
Front Panel HDMI
✓
Front-Panel A/V
1 (Analog)
USB Input
✓ (Rear)
HDMI I/O
7 / 2 (Main/Sub)
HDMI 4K/60 Hz- Capable HDMI Terminals
✓
HDCP 2.3 Copy-Protection Compatibility
✓ (Enabled with a future firmware update)
HDMI Support for High Dynamic Range
✓
HDMI Support for 3D, Audio Return Channel and CEC
✓
Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG, BT.2020 Support
✓
HDMI Support for Deep Color, x.v.Color, LipSync
✓
HDMI Support for DVD-Audio, SACD, Multichannel PCM
✓
Analog To HDMI Upconversion
✓
4K Passthrough
✓
Analog Pre-Outs
Subwoofer (x2)
Analog Pre-Outs
-
Powered Zone 2
✓
Powered Zone 3
✓
Zone 2 / Zone B Line Out
✓
Zone 2 Video Out
-
Zone 2 Digital to Analog Audio Conversion
✓ (SPDIF/NET/Bluetooth, HDMI Inputs 1-3)
Zone 3 Digital to Analog Audio Conversion
✓ (Analog/Net/Bluetooth)
Zone 3 Line Out
-
Whole House Mode
-
FlareConnect Multi-room Audio
✓
Airplay & Airplay 2
✓
Chromecast built-in support
✓
Supports Onkyo Remote App
✓
Internet Radio Capable
✓ (TuneIn)
Spotify Connect Support
✓
Tidal
✓
Amazon Music
✓ (accessible via Onkyo Music Control app)
Streaming Audio From PC / Network
✓
Hi-Res Streaming Audio Formats
✓
Streaming Audio From USB memory
✓
Wireless Network
IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/5GHz(11ac/a/n), 2&46;4GHz(11b/g/n)n 5 Ghz / 2.4 Ghz
Bluetooth
✓ (Built-in)

Integration Access

RS-232
✓
IR Input
✓
IR Output
-
Ethernet
✓
ONKYO-RI System Control
-
RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI)
✓
12V Trigger
✓

Miscellaneous

Pre-Programmed Remote
-
Hybrid Standby Function
✓
Smart Grid-Ready
✓
Auto Speaker Calibration W/Mic.
AccuEQ Advance w/ AccuReflex
OSD Out
✓
Solid Aluminum Front
-
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
-
Detachable AC Cord
✓
Warranty
2 YEARS

Amplifier

All Channels
100 W/Ch (8 Ohms, 20 Hz–20 kHz, 0.08% THD, 2 Channels Driven, FTC) 220 W/Ch (6 Ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD, 1 Channel Driven)
Dynamic Power
250 W (3 Ohms, Front) 220 W (4 Ohms, Front) 130 W (8 Ohms, Front)
THD+N (Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise)
0.08% (20 Hz–20 kHz, Half Power)
Input Sensitivity and Impedance
200 mV/47 k-ohms (Line/Unbalanced) 3.5 mV/47 k-ohms (Phono/MM)
Rated RCA Output Level and Impedance
200 mV/470 ohms (Zone B / 2 Line Out) 1 V/470 ohms (Subwoofer Pre Out)
Phono Overload
70 mV (MM, 1 kHz, 0.5%)
Frequency Response
10 Hz–100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct Mode)
Tone Control
±10 dB, 20 Hz (Bass) ±10 dB, 20 kHz (Treble)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
106 dB (Line, IHF-A) 80 dB (Phono, IHF-A)
Speaker Impedance
4 ohms–16 ohms

Video

Video
1.0 Vp–p/75 Ohms (Component Y) 0.7 Vp–p/75 Ohms (Component PB/CB, PR/CR) 1.0 Vp–p/75 Ohms (Composite)
Component Video Frequency Response
+0 dB, -3 dB

Tuner

FM
87.5 MHz–1070.9 MHz
AM
530 kHz–1,710 kHz
FM/AM Preset Memory
40 stations

General

Power Supply
AC 120 V~, 60 Hz
Power Consumption
750 W
No-Sound Power Consumption
75 W
Standby Power Consumption
0.15 W
Dimensions (W x H x D)
17 1/8" x 6 13/16" x 14 15/16" (435 x 173.5 x 379.5 mm)
Weight
23.8 lbs (10.8 kg)

Carton

Dimensions (W x H x D)
21" x 10 7/16" x 18 7/16" (534 x 265 x 468 mm)
Weight
29.8 lbs (13.5 kg)

UPC Code

(B)
889951001744

Owner's Manuals

Updates

Product Sheets

RC-972R $34.80

Remote Control

MIC KHM0028-010020 $22.42

Microphone

TX-NR797 Reviews

  • I have this receiver and running 5.2.4 set up with all Klipsch speakers and subs. This system shakes my neighbors house when I’m watching movies with the volume set on 60. Plenty of power. Awesome receiver. Loaded with features.

    Rob –

  • I bought this receiver to replace a 10+ year old Onkyo Home theater in a box receiver and I absolutely love it! Tons of features, options and ballsy! I have it running all Klipsch speakers.

    Jamie –

  • As Dave mentioned in a earlier review, Denon has nothing on Onkyo…Just look at their ARC interfaces. Onkyos interface is professional, sleek and elite while Denons is like looking at a Commodore 64 computer. I owned 5 different Denons within the past year and sold them all because of this. I just wasn’t happy with it. Now Onkyo on the other hand, kudos my friends! My first Onkyo was the HTR550. Still have it. Then I moved on to the TX series and it all went uphill from there. Countless Onkyos…. so many I started selling them and still have my favorites. My latest one is the 797. I’m impressed by the features and power. For anyone that needs more power, for God’s sake, get a fricken power amp to hook to it, don’t write a bad review. At this time, I currently own 4 Onkyos ( HTR550, TXNR585, NR787, NR797) three of which are on the home network. I am very pleased with my receivers so much so I promote the brand every chance I get. I currently run a repair shop out of home and have a good time doing it with a great stereo to promote it with!

    Gabe Montalvo –

  • Everything I need in my upgrade of my home theater.Finally I have everything I need in one Reciever…happy viewing!!!

    Ash Timothyp –

  • nice receiver , easy to hook up, only complaint is it needs more power

    ken peacock –

  • Recently purchased this model to replace an older Onkyo product and as usual I am very pleased with this model. Not sure what the other review is about concerning trashing this model and claiming Denon is better since I know people who own Denon and wish they stuck with Onkyo. Sound quality is very good and I did buy Klipsch Dolby Atmos speakers because the Onkyo version were not very powerful so I went with the higher wattage in Klipsch. Sound is smooth and very loud and the connections were easy to understand. Needed a receiver that could handle both HDR and Dolby Vision and of course Atmos. This is my 10th Onkyo receiver over the many years and they never disappoint. Excellent build quality and reliability. I stick with what works so I stick with Onkyo.

    DAVE FINKBEINER –

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This 9.2-channel Onkyo SMART A/V Receiver™ will play the lead role in your whole-home audio experience.

  • Sonos-enabled, Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2, and DTS Play-Fi® are enhanced by high-speed 802.11ac Wi-Fi®
  • Speaker outputs with DACs can power D/A audio in three rooms.
  • With nine channels of high-current power on tap, crank the volume to THX® Certified Select™ reference level and wrap your family in 5.2.4 channels of Dolby Atmos® or DTS: X® sound.
  • Go bigger with the IMAX® Enhanced*2 content option
  • Dolby Surround® up mixes legacy sound for height-enabled systems.
  • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer creates a 3D sound field using horizontal speakers.
  • DAA features an upgraded power train while anti-noise refinements result in a wider soundstage.
  • AccuEQ Advance 9-point calibration eliminates standing waves so audio is expressed naturally.

6 reviews for TX-NR797

  1. Recently purchased this model to replace an older Onkyo product and as usual I am very pleased with this model. Not sure what the other review is about concerning trashing this model and claiming Denon is better since I know people who own Denon and wish they stuck with Onkyo. Sound quality is very good and I did buy Klipsch Dolby Atmos speakers because the Onkyo version were not very powerful so I went with the higher wattage in Klipsch. Sound is smooth and very loud and the connections were easy to understand. Needed a receiver that could handle both HDR and Dolby Vision and of course Atmos. This is my 10th Onkyo receiver over the many years and they never disappoint. Excellent build quality and reliability. I stick with what works so I stick with Onkyo.

    DAVE FINKBEINER –

  2. nice receiver , easy to hook up, only complaint is it needs more power

    ken peacock –

  3. Everything I need in my upgrade of my home theater.Finally I have everything I need in one Reciever…happy viewing!!!

    Ash Timothyp –

  4. As Dave mentioned in a earlier review, Denon has nothing on Onkyo…Just look at their ARC interfaces. Onkyos interface is professional, sleek and elite while Denons is like looking at a Commodore 64 computer. I owned 5 different Denons within the past year and sold them all because of this. I just wasn’t happy with it. Now Onkyo on the other hand, kudos my friends! My first Onkyo was the HTR550. Still have it. Then I moved on to the TX series and it all went uphill from there. Countless Onkyos…. so many I started selling them and still have my favorites. My latest one is the 797. I’m impressed by the features and power. For anyone that needs more power, for God’s sake, get a fricken power amp to hook to it, don’t write a bad review. At this time, I currently own 4 Onkyos ( HTR550, TXNR585, NR787, NR797) three of which are on the home network. I am very pleased with my receivers so much so I promote the brand every chance I get. I currently run a repair shop out of home and have a good time doing it with a great stereo to promote it with!

    Gabe Montalvo –

  5. I bought this receiver to replace a 10+ year old Onkyo Home theater in a box receiver and I absolutely love it! Tons of features, options and ballsy! I have it running all Klipsch speakers.

    Jamie –

  6. I have this receiver and running 5.2.4 set up with all Klipsch speakers and subs. This system shakes my neighbors house when I’m watching movies with the volume set on 60. Plenty of power. Awesome receiver. Loaded with features.

    Rob –

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