Name: STR-DN850
Brand: Sony
SKU: 408491
Rating: 4.4 (43 reviews)

4.0

based on all reviews

Both receivers are great values
stunning and very intuitive user interface
incredibly intuitive and undeniably gorgeous user interface

drums' power and dynamics were a little less convincing
insufficient multichannel preamp output signals
no Sony AV receiver had crossed my threshold

Receiver type: Surround
Wi-fi: yes
Colour of product: Black
Optical drive included: no
Handheld remote control: yes
Supported radio bands: AM, FM
Audio output channels: 7.2

Sony STR-DN850 - Pros & Cons

Both receivers are great values
stunning and very intuitive user interface
incredibly intuitive and undeniably gorgeous user interface
the most stable and up-to-date experience
musical performance and laundry list of usable wireless features

drums' power and dynamics were a little less convincing
insufficient multichannel preamp output signals
no Sony AV receiver had crossed my threshold
power ratings with numerous channels driven into eight ohms
this receiver does not support Dolby Atmos
loudness degree of the subwoofer almost six dB too high
no Sony AV receiver had ever crossed my threshold
the bass was a bit of a bloated mess in my room
the distant rumble of city life filtered through thick glass
lack of multichannel preamp outputs
can't use those channels as a powered second zone
lose a hint of detail in the midrange as a
A bright recording can verge on the edge of uncomfortable at higher volumes
There is no Zone 2 feature
LCD display has been dropping out/disappearing

Sony - Video Reviews (1)

Sony STR-DN850 offers performance and great value

Sony STR-DN850 - Full Specifications

Receiver type	Surround

Audio output channels	7.2
Impedance	16.0 Ω
Power output per channel (20-20KHz@8 Ohm)	150.0 W
Audio decoders	Dolby Digital Dolby Digital EX Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Pro Logic II DTS DTS-ES

Colour of product	Black

Supported radio bands	AM FM
Preset stations quantity	60

Power consumption (typical)	240.0 W

Audio (L/R) in	4
Audio (L/R) out	1
Composite video out	1
Digital audio optical in	2
Digital audio coaxial in	1
Headphone outputs	1
Number of HDMI inputs	5
Number of HDMI outputs	1
Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL)	yes
USB ports quantity	1
Bluetooth	yes
Bluetooth profiles	A2DP AVRCP
Bluetooth version	2.1+EDR
Ethernet LAN	yes
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
Remote (IR) input	1
Wi-Fi	yes

Supported video modes	1080p 2160p
Video upscaling	yes

Width	16.93 in
Depth	12.97 in
Height	6.14 in
Weight	299.83 oz

Optical drive included	no
Handheld remote control	yes
AirPlay	yes
Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) certified	yes

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Sony STR-DN850 Sony - Editorial Reviews (4)

3.5

Based on 4 reviews

whathifi

Published: 27.06.2014

Home review

Sony’s first amp of 2014 is an impressive and well-featured all-rounder at a great price

Sony STR-DN850 Complete receiver package a great value

CNET

Published: 26.11.2014

Complete receiver package a great value

The Sony STR-DN850 has it all: sleek styling, bountiful features, and a beguiling mix of home theater brawn and musical refinement.

HomeTheaterReview

Published: 02.03.2015

Sony STR-DN850 7.2-Channel AV Receiver Reviewed - HomeTheaterReview

3.5

Sony's $499 STR-DN850 AV receiver is loaded with worthwhile perks (like WiFi, Bluetooth, and a great user interface), but how does it perform? Dennis Burger puts this 7.2-channel receiver through its paces.

Sony STR-DN850 Sony 7.2CH Home Cinema AV Receiver STRDN850

ProductReview.com.au

Published: 25.01.2020

Sony 7.2CH Home Cinema AV Receiver STRDN850

Sony 7.2CH Home Cinema AV Receiver STRDN850 (Home Audio Product): 3.5 out of 5 stars from 2 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.