Denon AVR-X1400H vs Sony STR-DN1060 review

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The Denon AVR-X1400H vs Sony STR-DN1060 comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.

Amplifier

AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the AVR-X1400H has such a ratio W/Ohm - 80/8, 120/6, while the STR-DN1060 has a power of 165/8. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the AVR-X1400H it is 0.08%, but for the STR-DN1060 it is 0.09%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the AVR-X1400H received the model 192 KHz/24-bit, but the STR-DN1060 is equipped with 96 KHz/24-bit. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Denon AVR-X1400H and Sony STR-DN1060 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

Wireless Internet access via WIFI is possible on both units. 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.

Video features

Support for the HDR function can only boast of each of the AV receivers. 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 AVR-X1400H and the STR-DN1060. None of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the AVR-X1400H.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the AVR-X1400H has 6/1, and the STR-DN1060 has 6/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the STR-DN1060. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. AVR-X1400H and STR-DN1060 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

Unlike the AVR-X1400H where 3 Multi zones is provided, the STR-DN1060 works with 2 Multi zones. For voice control in the AVR-X1400H is used Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI, but in the STR-DN1060 is used Google Assistant. There is an ECO mode in AVR-X1400H. The Denon AVR-X1400H and the Sony STR-DN1060 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.