Onkyo's newest 7.2 channel receiver Onkyo TX-NR5100 sets the bar even higher with some of Onkyo's best features ever like Chromecast built-in and Airplay, six pre-outs with Onkyo's Dynamic Audio Amplification, Dolby Atmos, DTS Play-Fi, Dolby Vision, and Onkyo TrueHD. We've reviewed Onkyo receivers for several years now; they're always among our top picks because they offer incredibly high-quality specs and cinematic sound quality at an affordable price point.
In the past, Onkyo receivers tended to be more conservative with many features that were there but you had to get inside the menus or set up manually. The TX-NR1010 is a great example of this and it was one of Onkyo’s most popular models. Onkyo has now come up with the receiver that is perfect for almost every home theater or audio enthusiast who likes to tinker.
- Ready for 8K/4K entertainment
- Enhanced Gaming: Own your opponents with HDMI 2.1 enhancements for gamers: 4K/120Hz HDR pass-through enables ultra-fast motion – VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) eliminates lag, stutter, and frame-tearing for fluid gameplay. – ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) optimizes latency from source to screen – QFT (Quick Frame Transport) limits lag for a smoother experience.
- Immersive Sound from your TV Apps: eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) simplifies connectivity and supports the latest high-bitrate audio formats including Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS: X, Dolby TrueHD.
- Stream your favorite music: Use Works with Sonos 1, Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2, and DTS Play-Fi; includes Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, TIDAL, Deezer, or TuneIn streaming services
- Voice Control: Work with your digital assistant in any room with easy Google and Amazon Alexa SMART home ecosystem integrations
The Onkyo TX-NR5100 is the latest model of Onkyo’s lineup. It has a lot of great features like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and HDMI inputs as well as outputs.
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It also comes with Dolby Atmos for surround sound lovers across all formats including Blu-ray disc players, game consoles, streaming devices – the Onkyo TX-NR5100 can make all of them sound amazing.
The TX-NR5100 also has access to Chromecast built-in and Airplay as well so you can use your phone or tablet for wireless music streaming, without a bridge device. It’s easy to set up and Onkyo offers a full, onscreen setup wizard for your convenience.
For beginners and experts alike you can choose from six settings that are pre-set to boost the unit’s performance on specific needs like music or movies with more precision than manually tweaking each option yourself. On top of all these features, Onkyo TX-NR5100 also has Onkyo’s Remote App for iOS and Android devices which can be used on its own or as a second screen.
With either Hey Google Alexa or Siri, play music by using voice commands. Or listen to high-quality audio content via wireless headphones with aptX HD transmission technology. You can play music through wireless speakers without wires using DTS Play-Fi technology.
Audio Performance
The Onkyo TX-NR5100 features inherited immersive soundtracks with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. AccuEQ automatically calibrates your speakers for a class entertainment experience based on the listening position.
Video Performance
8k/60Hz and 4k/120Hz are supported and can be set with Onkyo’s Video Calibration Wizard. On top of this, Onkyo TX-NR5100 has HDMI inputs for future devices that will support it, so you won’t need to buy a new receiver when those come out. Also check, TX-NR777.
Specifications
| BASICS | |
| Brand | Onkyo |
| Model | TX-NR5100 |
| Type | A/V Receiver |
| POWER SUPPLY | |
| Power Supply | AC 120 V, 60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 490 W |
| Standby Power | 0.1 W |
| GENERAL | |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17.13 x 6.31 x 12.94 inches 43.5 x 16 x 32.8 cm |
| WEIGHT (kg, lbs.) | 8.4 kg (18.5 lbs.) |
| SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Power Output (8 Ω, 20-20,000 Hz) | 80 W |
| Max Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kiloHertz) | 165 W |
| Signal to Noise (S/N) Ratio (Line, IHF-A) | 106 deciBel |
| Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line) | 220 mV/32 kΩ |
| FEATURES | |
| ECO Mode / ECO | ✖ |
| 4K UHD | ✔ |
| 8K | ✔ |
| Dolby Atmos | ✔ |
| Dolby Digital | ✖ |
| Dolby Digital Plus | ✖ |
| Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization (3D sound virtualization technologies) | ✔ |
| Dolby Surround | ✔ |
| DTS | ✔ |
| DTS Express | ✔ |
| DTS:X | ✔ |
| DTS:X Pro | ✖ |
| DTS Neo:X | ✖ |
| DTS Neural:X | ✔ |
| DTS-HD Master | ✔ |
| Dolby TrueHD | ✔ |
| DTS-HD Master Audio | ✔ |
| DTS Play-Fi | ✔ |
| Dolby Vision | ✔ |
| HDR 10+ | ✔ |
| HLG | ✔ |
| Bluetooth | ✔ |
| Wi-Fi | ✔ |
| Wi-Fi Direct | ✖ |
| USB | ✔ |
| Ethernet | ✔ |
| Airplay | ✔ |
| Sonic Boom | ✖ |
| musicCast | ✖ |
| dlna | ✖ |
| Spotify | ✔ |
| Pandora | ✔ |
| Napster | ✖ |
| SiriusXM | ✖ |
| Tidal | ✔ |
| Deezer | ✔ |
| HDMI | ✔ |
| Amazon Music | ✔ |
| AccuEQ Room Acoustic Calibration | ✔ |
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ✔ |
| ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) | ✔ |
| QFT (Quick Frame Transport) | ✔ |
Pros
- Onkyo TX-NR5100 has a lot of features with HDMI inputs and outputs
- On top of this, Onkyo TX-NR5100 also has Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
- Ready for 8K/4K
- VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode), QFT (Quick Frame Transport)
- AccuEQ Calibration Ready
Cons
- Onkyo TX-NR5100 is a little expensive
Conclusion
The Onkyo TX-NR5100 combines powerful sound with minimalistic design, to provide one of the most comprehensive home theater packages you can buy this year. It is a great receiver for those looking to take their home theater experience up to one notch. While it might not be perfect, it has enough features and performance to satisfy most people who are shopping on a budget.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it have Bluetooth?
Yes, Onkyo TX-NR5100 has Bi-directional Bluetooth for easy connectivity and streaming.
What is the Onkyo TX-NR5100’s sound clarity?
Onkyo TX-NR5100 delivers a high-quality audiophile experience with its 106dB signal-to-noise ratio, THX certification, and Onkyo original DSP modes which brings Onkyo TX-NR5100’s audio to life.
What is Onkyo TX-NR5100’s power output?
Onkyo TX-NR5100 has a power output of 165 W watts per channel.
Where can I get the Onkyo TX-NR5100 manual?
You can download the TX-NR5100 manual here.
Does it have Dolby Vision?
Onkyo TX-NR5100 comes with an unparalleled home theater experience and features Dolby Digital, Dolby Atmos, and Dolby Vision.
What is 4K 120Hz anyway?
The 4K 120 Hz standard was introduced as part of the Ultra HD Premium specification. The resolution refers to the number of pixels displayed per horizontal line on your screen.
The higher the pixel count, the sharper the image appears. It’s important to note that this applies only to digital displays, such as those found on computers, tablets, smartphones, smart TVs, and streaming devices.
