Denon

Denon AVR-S770H

Ranked #17 in AV Receivers

370 LP on the category ladder what's LP?

A decent unit superseded inside its own line by the AVR-S980H. There is no ownership reason to buy the older board when the newer one costs about the same class of money.

Consolidated from 9 independent outlets

Where the cited sources landed, as we read them

6 positive sources
1 mixed source

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Flagged as a product to avoid

1 of 3 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.

Superseded inside Denon's own line by the newer AVR-S980H, which brings 90 watts per channel, 8K HDMI and current features. Still on shelves and cross-shopped on price, but it is the coasting model in its own family.
Flagged 10 September 2026

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Pros & cons

✓ Still carries the Denon ownership pedigree
✓ Delivers about 85% of the X2800H's performance at a lower price point
✓ More robust power supply, bi-amp capability and powered Zone 2
✓ Owners report very good, proper hi-fi sound with effective room correction

✗ Superseded by the newer AVR-S980H in Denon's own line
✗ Still sold while being the outdated model in its family

The sources behind this ranking

We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found. 1 outlet wouldn't let us check its link.

Evidence 6 articles and 3 video reviews

6 positive sources

ecoustics.com Article · Oct 2025

For video connectivity, the AVR-S770H has six HDMI inputs and one HDMI output, with three inputs supporting 4K resolution and three supporting 8K, making it a strong choice for those seeking high performance at a more accessible price point.

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HiFi AV Tech HiFi AV Tech · 32.9K subscribers · Aug 2025

The Dan AVR S70H continues Denon's reputation for solid build quality. Its front panel is clean and functional, and the rear input layout is logically organized. With detachable Wi-Fi antennas, a clear LED display, and intuitive buttons, it balances modern design with practicality. Setting up the Clips reference theater pack is straightforward.

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TECHATOP TECHATOP · 9.2K subscribers · Aug 2025

The AVR S770H's power and processing help unlock the full potential of these speakers, ensuring s

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1 mixed source

Smart Byte Smart Byte · 163 subscribers · Jun 2026

One minor drawback is that users seeking very high-powered amplification for extremely large rooms may want to consider a more premium model. But for most home theater environments, the performance is more than sufficient.

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Frequently asked questions

It ranks #17 of 27 on our AV receivers tier list, in C tier. That placement draws on 9 independent outlets.

None of the 7 sources with a clear view is critical of it. Superseded by the newer AVR-S980H in Denon's own line. Still sold while being the outdated model in its family.

On our av receivers board, Denon AVR-X1800H ranks #7 (B tier) ahead of Denon AVR-S770H at #17 (C tier). Denon AVR-X1800H: Honest power ratings, years of field history, and a top slot in a guide literally titled around receivers you can trust. The proven budget Denon.

On our av receivers board, Denon AVR-X2800H ranks #6 (B tier) ahead of Denon AVR-S770H at #17 (C tier). Denon AVR-X2800H: What Hi-Fi?'s best budget pick with the full Denon ownership pedigree behind it. The safest affordable board position.