Sony STR-DH190 vs WiiM Amp Detailed Comparison

Sony STR-DH190 vs WiiM Amp

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Sony STR-DH190

Stereo Receiver | 90 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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WiiM Amp

Integrated Amplifier | 60 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Sony STR-DH190

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WiiM Amp

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Sony STR-DH190

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WiiM Amp

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Sony STR-DH190 vs WiiM Amp Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . Sony STR-DH190 is a Integrated Amplifier speaker whereas the Amp is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Sony STR-DH190 and WiiM Amp first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Sony STR-DH190 Key Specs

90 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Phono Input

Bluetooth

Weight: 14.80 lbs / 6.70 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):5.25inch x 16.94inch x 11.88inch

WiiM Amp Key Specs

60 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Wifi IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac Dual band

USB Input

HDMI Input (ARC)

Bluetooth v5.0

Built-in Room Correction

Weight: 4.10 lbs / 1.85 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):2.4375inch x 7.5inch x 8.625inch

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Sony STR-DH190 and WiiM Amp 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 Sony STR-DH190 over WiiM Amp

MSRP Price(*)	248USD vs 299USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Watts into 8-ohms	90 watts vs 60 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
PhonoInput	Yes vs No	Connect a turntable directly to your amp
Coaxial Digital Inputs	0 vs No	More options for connecting Digital sources

Reasons to choose WiiM Amp over Sony STR-DH190

Built-in Room Correction	Yes vs No	Adjusts audio output to compensate for acoustic anomalies in a listening space
Full-color Display	Yes vs No	Displays Album and device Info
Handheld Remote	Yes vs No	Control the amplifier by the included RC
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.0025% vs 0.09%	Less Harmonic Distortion
Buil-in DAC	Yes vs No	Connect digital sources without an external DAC
USB Input	Yes vs No	Connect Sources via USB
Preamp Outputs	Sub vs No	Connect a powered subwoofer or second amplifier.
Apple AirPlay 2	Yes vs No	Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay 2
Base Surface Area	420.2cm²/ 65.1inch² vs 1298.6cm²/ 201.3inch²	takes less space in your room
Height	62mm vs 133mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces

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 Sony STR-DH190 and WiiM Amp differs from each other.

Sony STR-DH190 Inputs

Phono Input
0 Optical Digital Input
0 Coaxial Digital Input

WiiM Amp Inputs

1 Optical Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB Type-A input for connecting an external drive loaded with music
HDMI ARC
Ethernet Port

Outputs

Sub Preamp Outputs
Subwoofer Output

WiiM Amp Back View (Click the image for the larger version)