Yamaha RX-V585BL vs Denon AVR-S720W review

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What is better - Yamaha RX-V585BL vs Denon AVR-S720W?

Amplifier

AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the RX-V585BL has such a ratio W/Ohm - 80/8, 145/6, while the AVR-S720W has a power of 75/8, 110/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the RX-V585BL it is 0.09%, but for the AVR-S720W it is 0.08%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the RX-V585BL received the model Burr-Brown 384 KHz/32-bit, but the AVR-S720W is equipped with 192 KHz/32-bit. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Yamaha RX-V585BL. Both Yamaha RX-V585BL and Denon AVR-S720W can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The contenders have differences in the supported services from Apple - AirPlay, AirPlay 2 versus AirPlay respectively. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Yamaha RX-V585BL works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, SiriusXM, TuneIn Radio, but the Denon AVR-S720W works with Pandora, SiriusXM. The quality of 4K/60Hz signal remains unchanged when transmitting from a source to a TV or projector via HDMI for both receivers. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the RX-V585BL and the AVR-S720W. Video scaling is only possible with the RX-V585BL. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the RX-V585BL.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the RX-V585BL has 4/1, and the AVR-S720W has 6/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the RX-V585BL. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. RX-V585BL and AVR-S720W support the standard HDCP 2.2. Unlike most receivers, our models do not have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.

Additional features

Ability to create 2 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Yamaha RX-V585BL and the Denon AVR-S720W can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available both models. A DTS:X surround technology is supported by devices from our comparison.