Onkyo may be trying to tell people that but it isn't true, even their recently released processor has issues. The receiver I'm talking about is a recent model. I like processors for HT, I find the same benefit you get in music applies to HT, the clarity, panning of sounds, transient response etc. I'm still using the 8003, things aren't changing that fast, plus manufacturers, some any way, are wising up and now have internet connection for firmware updates. If the PS3 can add decoding and 3D there isn't any reason a processor can't. I guess it's like audio though, you take your system as far as you can or until you are satisfied. The bad thing is not too many people hear a high end HT system to know what they are missing.