Onkyo TX-8260 Av Receiver
- AV Receiver
- 80 watts
- Onkyo
- Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB
An 80-watt, 2-channel receiver with HDMI switching and wireless streaming, rated 4.2 stars across 193 reviews, a solid stereo hub rather than a surround-sound centerpiece.
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How it ranks among the 79 av receivers we track
4.2★ across 193 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
193 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
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Overview
The Onkyo TX-8260 is a 2.0 channel AV receiver rated at 80 watts, with 2 HDMI ports and Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and USB connectivity built in. At 18 pounds and roughly 17 inches wide, it's sized for a standard AV rack shelf.
As a 2-channel model, it's positioned for stereo listening rather than multi-speaker surround setups, though the HDMI ports and wireless options give it more source flexibility than a basic stereo amp. It carries a 4.2-star rating across 193 reviews.
- 2.0 channel AV receiver, 80W rated
- 2 HDMI ports
- Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and USB connectivity
- 18 pounds, black finish
Who it's for
Fits buyers who want stereo sound with HDMI switching and wireless streaming built in, without the complexity of a full surround receiver. Home theater builders needing 5.1 or 7.1 channel output should look at a different Onkyo model, since this one is 2.0 channel.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 2 HDMI ports for source switching
- Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and USB all included
- 4.2-star rating across 193 reviews
- 2.0 channel only, no surround output
- 80W rated power limits use in larger rooms
Performance notes
Two HDMI ports let it switch between sources like a streaming box and a disc player without extra cabling, while Bluetooth and Wi-Fi cover wireless audio and network features and USB adds a wired option for direct playback. At 80 watts across 2 channels, it is built for stereo speaker pairs rather than driving a full surround array.
Specifications
| Brand | Onkyo |
|---|---|
| Model | TX-8260 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Weight | 18 pounds |
| Dimensions | 14.5 × 17 × 13.4 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power | 80 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB |
| Other details | |
| Brand Tech | Onkyo |
| Channels | 2.0 |
| Hdmi Ports | 2 |
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How it compares
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| Onkyo TX-8260 Av ReceiverThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 193 | 3.5 / 5 |
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| Sony STR-DH790 Av ReceiverSony | 4.3 / 5 | 3,000 | 3.8 / 5 |
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| International MOBILE WALLY Av ReceiverInternational | 4.3 / 5 | 984 | 3.7 / 5 |
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Questions about the Onkyo TX-8260
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How many HDMI ports does the Onkyo TX-8260 have?
2 HDMI ports.
Is the TX-8260 a surround sound receiver?
No, it is listed as a 2.0 channel receiver.
What wireless connectivity does the TX-8260 offer?
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, plus a USB port.