Denon AVR-X2400H vs Denon AVR-X2700H review

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It’s strongly recommended to compare different receivers if you want to choose the best one: Denon AVR-X2400H vs Denon AVR-X2700H.

Amplifier

AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, the receivers have the same performance - 95/8, 125/6. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.08%. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Denon AVR-X2700H. Both Denon AVR-X2400H and Denon AVR-X2700H 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-X2400H works with Deezer, TIDAL, iHeart Radio, Sirius XM, Sound Cloud, Napster, but the Denon AVR-X2700H works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, SiriusXM, Qobuz, TuneIn Radio. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the AVR-X2400H and the AVR-X2700H. Video scaling is only possible with the AVR-X2700H. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the AVR-X2400H has 8/2, and the AVR-X2700H has 6/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the AVR-X2700H. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. The AVR-X2400H has support for the standard HDCP 2.2, compared to the AVR-X2700H, which supports the standard HDCP 2.3. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Denon AVR-X2700H.

Additional features

Ability to create 2 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. 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-X2400H and the Denon AVR-X2700H 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.