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If you are keen to create a complete sound experience with your home entertainment setup, you will probably be looking at a number of different receivers. A receiver will bring new life to your music, Blu-ray movies, and games.
We are going to look at two receivers from Sony, one of the masters of sound quality. We will compare all of the features of the Sony STR-DN1070 vs STR-DN1060, including appearance, technology, and capabilities. All of the information will be put into a comparison chart for easy viewing and we will follow up with some pros and cons of each.
There are few things that the Sony STR DN1070 and the Sony STR DN1060 have in common, so we will start here.
Sony STR-DN1070 vs STR-DN1060 – Similarities
Quick Glance
Here are the features side by side.
Receiver Power
Both the Sony STR DN1070 and the Sony STR DN1060 are 7.2 channel receivers. Each channel has an impressive 165W of power.
High-Resolution Audio Playback
With high-resolution audio playback, you can listen to numerous file formats at 14 times more clarity than a standard MP3. You will be able to playback files in 192/24-bit WAV/FLAC, DSD, MP3, AAC, WMA, ALAC, and AIFF.
Wireless Connectivity
The Sony STR DN1070 and the Sony STR DN1060 support LDAC, which offers three times the data transmission to allow for high-quality wireless streaming. They are dual-band wireless receivers. They also support Google Cast and Airplay.
Bluetooth
If you already have a set of Bluetooth headphones, you will be able to connect the Sony STR DN1070 and the Sony STR DN1060 to your headphones.
Pure Direct
Pure Direct is a button that allows you to switch on a noise-free audio path. The sound is clearer because there are fewer disruptions from other electronic devices. Both the Sony STR DN1070 and the Sony STR DN1060 have a Pure Direct button.
Multi-Room Compatibility
With the SongPAL Link app, you can connect the Sony STR DN1070 and the Sony STR DN1060 to different compatible speakers in your home, regardless of what room they are in.
Remote Control
Aside from the SongPAL Link, the Sony STR DN1070 and the Sony STR DN1060 also come with remote controls.
We will now have a quick look at what makes the Sony STR DN1070 and the Sony STR DN1060 different.
Differences Between Sony STR-DN1070 and Sony STR-DN1060
Appearance
There isn’t a great difference in the overall design, but the dimensions aren’t quite the same.
Sony STR DN1070
It measures 19.5 x 15.5 x 9.3 inches and weighs 24.5 pounds.
Sony STR DN1060
At 19.61 x 15.67 x 9.53 inches, the receiver is almost the same size. It does weigh less though, at 21 pounds.
The Winner Is- The Sony STR DN1060
DSEE HX
The DSEE HX feature restores high-frequency sounds that have been lost when compressed.
Sony STR DN1070
The product information doesn’t state whether it has DSEE HX.
Sony STR DN1060
This receiver has DSEE HX.
The Winner Is- The Sony STR DN1060
4K Content
Though both support 4K, one still has a slight advantage.
Sony STR DN1070
This supports 4k HDR content.
Sony STR DN1060
It will only support 4K content.
The Winner Is- The Sony STR DN1070
Connectivity
It’s difficult to imagine a home entertainment system that requires more inputs and outputs.
Sony STR DN1070
You will find HDMIs (6/2 component), HDCP 2.2 HDMI input for audio (x2), audio input coax, analog audio input (x4), audio input opt, headphone output, pre out subwoofer (x2), USB (front), and an Ethernet port.
Sony STR DN1060
In this case, there are HDMIs (6/2componet), HDCP 2.2 rear, component video input, composite video input, composite monitor out, audio input, audio input coax, analog audio (x4), headphone output, pre-out subwoofer (x2), USB (front and rear), Ethernet, and 2 MHLs (front and rear).
The Winner Is- The Sony STR DN1060
Pros and Cons
Before our final decision, let’s look at some of the pros and cons of the two Sony receivers.
Sony STR DN1070
Pros:
- It is easy to set up, regardless of experience
- The sound quality is brilliant
- There are more than enough options to connect devices
Cons:
- The quality of the overall build could be better
Sony STR DN1060
Pros:
- It really compliments your home theatre system
- High sound performance for the price range
- The SongPAL app seems to function better
Cons:
- Chrome Cast is for audio only, not video
The Final Verdict
The Sony STR DN1070 and the Sony STR DN1060 are very similar, which made the decision a difficult one. We liked the Sony STR DN1070 because of the 4K HDR compatibility and it in many cases, it has a lower price tag. On the other hand, the Sony STR DN1060 was a little lighter, which helped if you want to leave it on a shelf. There were also more connection options.
We based our final verdict on the DSEE HX feature and the slightly better build quality. Some of the files we played did sound better with this unit and so it was worth the extra investment.