I have asked a question similar to this in another threard, but I'm looking for some more opinions.

I'm replacing a ten year old Harmon Kardon AVR325 and I've narrowed my search to either a Marantz SR5007 or an Onkyo 717. I removed the Onkyo 818 from the list because I don't see the worth in the additional $400 in price between the 717 and the 818.

I'm going to mainly use it for home theater/movies. Power/loudness is a concern. I do like to watch movies and/or listen to music louder than most. The HK AVR325 never had a problem with power. So if these two can equal or exceed the power of the old HK, then this isn't a concern.

I'm running Infinity Primus 360 mains, C25 center, 160 reqars and a BIC America PL-200 sub. I have an MK V75 MII which I am getting the amp repaired and intend to use also once it's repaired. I use a PS3 for Blu Ray movies.

I'm interested in hearing opinions on which unit. And why. Thank you.