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AV Receiver For Gaming

If you're a gamer, you know that a great gaming receiver can make all the difference between an enjoyable and immersive experience. A receiver is the hub of your gaming system, and it's what takes your video and audio signals from your source components and transmits them to your display and speakers. The best receivers will provide the best sound quality, the most features, and the best compatibility with your other components. Browse the top-ranked list of AV receivers for gaming below along with associated reviews and opinions.

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  1. Definitive Technology - ProCinema 6D - Compact 5.1 Channel with Denon AVR-X1700H 7.2 Channel AV Receiver - Black

    SKU: J38JTSR2H6

    Product Description

    A sleek black 5.1 speaker system and 7.2 AV receiver deliver immersive surround sound and streaming.
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    Your price for this item is $999.00
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    The previous price was $1,399.99
  2. Onkyo - TX-NR6100 7.2 Channel THX Certified Network A/V Receiver - Black

    SKU: J3ZZ3VR3RR

    Great sound,best service.nice looking.best sound and pic...Great receiver....Excellent product, user friendly great value. service at Best Buy excellent.

    Product Description

    A THX Certified 7.2-channel black receiver delivering 8K HDR video, Dolby Atmos, and voice assistant support.
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    Your price for this item is $699.99
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    The previous price was $899.99
  3. Onkyo - TX-NR5100 80W 7.2-Ch. with Dolby Atmos Home Theater and Gaming AV Receiver with Alexa Compatible - Black

    SKU: J3ZZ3VR3TR

    [Employee of bestbuy] Great bang for your buck receiver when on sale here at Best But....Best 7.2ch receiver...Great Reciever!

    Product Description

    A versatile black 7.2-channel AV receiver with Dolby Atmos, 8K HDR, Bluetooth, and Alexa compatibility.
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    Your price for this item is $500.99
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    The previous price was $699.99
  4. Onkyo - TX-RZ50 9.2 Channel Network A/V Receiver - Black

    SKU: J3ZZ3VR359

    Absolute BEST at this price point...The Dirac setup took a few times but WOW what a great setup option....Great price for a substantial upgrade....This receiver delivers strong, clean power with great...

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    A powerful black 9.2-channel network receiver with Dolby Atmos, Bluetooth, Dirac Live, and remote control.
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    Your price for this item is $1,089.99
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    The previous price was $1,399.99
  5. JBL - MA310 50W 5.2ch Bluetooth Capable HDR 4K Ultra HD Compatible AV Home Theater Receiver - White

    SKU: J7LXFWXQGJ

    Best system...Never had a system like this I really like it I love it...Great...This item was received well and on time by best buy.

    Product Description

    A white 5.2-channel AV receiver with 4K HDMI, Dolby/DTS decoding, Bluetooth, and smart assistant compatibility.
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    Your price for this item is $439.95
  6. JBL - MA710 90W 7.2ch Bluetooth and WiFi Capable HDR and Dolby Atmos 8k Ultra HD Compatible AV Home Theater Receiver - White

    SKU: J7LXFWXQWY

    Great look with the matching speakers...Love the look and sound along with easy set up made it perfect for us!...This is the best I’ve ever had....The intelligibility of of speech is the best I’ve heard...

    Product Description

    A white 7.2-channel AV receiver delivering immersive Dolby Atmos audio, 8K HDMI, and wireless streaming.
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    Your price for this item is $879.95
  7. JBL - MA9100HP 9.2ch. 8K High Performance AV Home Theater Receiver - Black

    SKU: J7LXFWXHXV

    Love the setup and menu. Look is high end and the sound is on par with the best 7.2.2 I’ve tested....Perfect for apartments I love the modes how you can switch it to night Time so it's not as loud so

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    A high-performance black AV receiver with 9.2 channels, 8K HDMI, Dolby Atmos, and integrated streaming.
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    Your price for this item is $1,759.95

FAQ

When choosing an AV receiver for gaming, look for features such as 4K/8K passthrough, low input lag, HDMI 2.1 compatibility, support for high refresh rates (120Hz), and advanced audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for immersive sound.

Yes, an AV receiver can significantly enhance your gaming audio by providing surround sound, clearer dialogue, and immersive effects, especially when paired with a quality speaker setup.

Many modern AV receivers support next-gen gaming consoles like PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, especially those with HDMI 2.1 ports, 4K/120Hz passthrough, and features like Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM).

To connect your gaming console, use a high-speed HDMI cable to link the console's HDMI output to one of the HDMI inputs on the AV receiver. Then, connect the AV receiver's HDMI output to your TV. This setup allows both audio and video to pass through the receiver.

For the best gaming experience, choose an AV receiver that supports formats like Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and LPCM. These formats deliver immersive, three-dimensional sound that enhances gameplay.