Denon AVR-X1800H vs Yamaha R-N800A review

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Denon AVR-X1800H
7.7
Yamaha R-N800A
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Denon AVR-X1800H vs Yamaha R-N800A review

Denon AVR-X1800H
vs
Yamaha R-N800A

Denon AVR-X1800H vs Yamaha R-N800A – that is a question.

Amplifier

The number of channels for receivers is different - 7.2 versus 2.1, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the AVR-X1800H has such a ratio W/Ohm - 80/8, 120/6, while the R-N800A has a power of 100/8, 120/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the AVR-X1800H it is 0.08%, but for the R-N800A it is 0.07%.

Audio features

Competitive models use the same DAC. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Yamaha R-N800A. Both Denon AVR-X1800H and Yamaha R-N800A can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

These units have the same Wi-Fi modules. 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. Most popular streaming services are available for our models under consideration - Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, SiriusXM, Napster, SoundCloud, Amazon Music, Amazon Music HD, MOOD:Mix. HDMI signal transmission in standby mode can provide only the AVR-X1800H. Video scaling is only possible with the AVR-X1800H. Review participants do not have the Dolby Vision feature. HDMI Audio Return Channel is only available on Denon AVR-X1800H. HDMI eARC is only supported by the AVR-X1800H. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Denon AVR-X1800H has HDMI CEC. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. Voice control is performed using Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI in both models. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Denon AVR-X1800H and the Yamaha R-N800A can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the AVR-X1800H. Only in the AVR-X1800H realized a DTS:X surround technology.

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Item

Denon AVR-X1800H
Yamaha R-N800A

Model

AVR-X1800H
R-N800A

Brand

Denon
Yamaha

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