What is better - Denon AVR-X1600H vs Yamaha RX-V6A?
AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the AVR-X1600H has such a ratio W/Ohm - 80/8, 120/6, while the RX-V6A has a power of 100/8. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the AVR-X1600H it is 0.08%, but for the RX-V6A it is 0.06%. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Denon AVR-X1600H and Yamaha RX-V6A can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. Both devices can work with such Apple Music services: AirPlay, AirPlay 2. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Denon AVR-X1600H works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio, Mood Mix, but the Yamaha RX-V6A works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, SiriusXM, Qobuz.
The HDR10 function is present in each of the rivals. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the AVR-X1600H and the RX-V6A. Video scaling is only possible with the RX-V6A. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the RX-V6A.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the AVR-X1600H has 6/1, and the RX-V6A has 7/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is supported by the AVR-X1600H and the RX-V6A. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. AVR-X1600H and RX-V6A support the standard HDCP 2.3. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.
Ability to create 2 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. For voice control in the AVR-X1600H is used Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI, but in the RX-V6A is used Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Denon AVR-X1600H and the Yamaha RX-V6A can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available both models. A DTS:X surround technology is supported by devices from our comparison.