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Sonos Amp vs Denon PMA-1700NE
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Sonos Amp

Integrated Amplifier | 125 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Integrated Amplifier | 70 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Sonos Amp vs Denon PMA-1700NE Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . Sonos Amp is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier speaker whereas the PMA-1700NE is a Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Sonos Amp and Denon PMA-1700NE first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Sonos Amp Key Specs

  • 125 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Wifi 2.4 GHz
  • Weight: 4.60 lbs / 2.09 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):2.5inch x 8.5625inch x 9.375inch

Denon PMA-1700NE Key Specs

  • 70 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • Weight: 38.80 lbs / 17.64 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):5-5/16inch x 17-1/8inch x 17-5/8inch

What size room are the Sonos Amp and Denon PMA-1700NE Amplifiers good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use these amplifiers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their max power parameters:

Listening Environment Sonos Amp Denon PMA-1700NE
Near-field Poor Poor
Small Room Poor Average
Mid-size Room Good Good
Large Room Good Average
Very Large Room Average Poor

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Sonos Amp and Denon PMA-1700NE compares and end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these amplifiers is the better choice for you.


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Reasons to choose Sonos Amp over Denon PMA-1700NE
MSRP Price(*) 699USD vs 2,099USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
App-Based Control Yes vs None Control the amplifier via an app
Watts into 8-ohms 125 watts vs 70 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms 250 watts vs 140 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Signal to Noise Ratio 116 dB vs 107 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Wi-Fi Yes vs No High quality streaming over WiFi
Optical Digital Inputs Optional vs 2 More options for connecting Digital sources
Coaxial Digital Inputs No vs 1 More options for connecting Digital sources
Preamp Outputs Mono-RCA(Sub) vs No Connect a powered subwoofer or second amplifier.
Apple AirPlay Yes vs No Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay
Apple AirPlay 2 Yes vs No Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay 2
Base Surface Area 518.0cm2/ 80.3inch2 vs 1948.8cm2/ 302.1inch2 takes less space in your room
Height 63mm vs 135mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose Denon PMA-1700NE over Sonos Amp
Handheld Remote Yes vs No Control the amplifier by the included RC
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.07% vs 0.1% Less Harmonic Distortion
Total Analog Inputs 3 vs 1 More options for connecting Analog sources
PhonoInput Yes vs No Connect a turntable directly to your amp
Coaxial Digital Inputs 1 vs No More options for connecting Digital sources
USB Input Yes vs No Connect Sources via USB
Headphone Output 1/4 vs No Connect your headphone to the amplifier
Max Bit Depth 32-bit vs 16-bit Play higher resolution range media
Max Sample Rate 384kHz vs 44.1kHz Play higher resolution media

Inputs and Outputs

The input and output selections that are offered is an important factor when comparing two amplifiers. Here you can find how the I/O selections of the Sonos Amp and Denon PMA-1700NE differs from each other.

Sonos Amp Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 1
  • Optional Optical Digital Input
  • Ethernet Port
Denon PMA-1700NE Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 3
  • Phono Input
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 1 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
Sonos Amp Back View
Sonos Amp Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • Mono-RCA(Sub) Preamp Outputs
  • Subwoofer Output
Outputs
  • 1/4 Headphone Output
Denon PMA-1700NE Back View
Denon PMA-1700NE Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Sonos Amp?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Sonos Amp:
  • Network audio integrated amplifier
  • 6.5-feet AC power cord
  • 2 Speaker terminals
  • Quickstart Guide
  • Important Product Information
  • What's in the Box of Denon PMA-1700NE?

    Here are the items that come with the PMA-1700NE:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 68-inch AC power cord
  • Remote control (RC-1249)
  • 2 AAA batteries
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Safety Instructions
  • Warranty Information
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