AV Receiver Denon AVR-790
Storm Score 73 out of 100
Reviews 1 published
Outlets 1 publications
Top Outlet CNET highest score
% Positive 100% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“The Denon AVR-790 excels at upconverting analog video to 1080p and offers robust features like automatic speaker calibration and extensive connectivity. However, its text-based interface, cumbersome remote, and average sound quality limit its overall appeal compared to competitors.”

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Rated 73 / 100
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Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Excellent upconverted analog video quality
  • Four HDMI inputs and second‑zone functionality
  • Dolby TrueHD and DTS‑HD Master Audio decoding
  • Sirius‑ready satellite radio support
  • Automatic speaker calibration with Audyssey

Points of Contention

  • Text‑based onscreen display instead of graphical UI
  • Awkward, poorly organized remote control
  • Higher price point for a mid‑range unit

Professional Reviews

1 review from 1 critic
73
Matthew Moskovciak
CNET

The Denon AVR-790 excels at upconverting analog video to 1080p and offers robust features like automatic speaker calibration and extensive connectivity. However, its text-based interface, cumbersome remote, and average sound quality limit its overall appeal compared to competitors.

Acclaimed 7.3/10

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