What is better - Denon AVR-X2400H vs Denon HEOS AVR?
The number of channels for receivers is different - 7.2 versus 5.1, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the AVR-X2400H has such a ratio W/Ohm - 95/8, 125/6, while the HEOS AVR has a power of 50/8, 65/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the AVR-X2400H it is 0.08%, but for the HEOS AVR it is 0.05%. None of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Denon AVR-X2400H and Denon HEOS AVR can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
Wireless Internet access via WIFI is possible on both units. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. 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 HEOS AVR works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, SiriusXM, TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio, Sound Cloud.
Support for the HDR function can only boast of the AVR-X2400H. 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-X2400H and the HEOS AVR. None of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the AVR-X2400H.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the AVR-X2400H has 8/2, and the HEOS AVR has 4/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the AVR-X2400H and the HEOS AVR. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. AVR-X2400H and HEOS AVR support the standard HDCP 2.2. Unlike most receivers, our models do not have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. For voice control in the AVR-X2400H is used Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI, but in the HEOS AVR is used Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant. There is an ECO mode in AVR-X2400H. The Denon AVR-X2400H can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the AVR-X2400H. Only in the AVR-X2400H realized a DTS:X surround technology.