The Marantz SR5014 vs Denon AVR-X6400H comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.
The number of channels for receivers is different - 7.2 versus 11.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the SR5014 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 100/8, 180/6, while the AVR-X6400H has a power of 140/8, 250/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the SR5014 it is 0.08%, but for the AVR-X6400H it is 0.05%.
Competitive models use the same DAC. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Marantz SR5014 and Denon AVR-X6400H 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 Marantz SR5014 works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio, but the Denon AVR-X6400H works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, SiriusXM, TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio, Sound Cloud. 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 SR5014 and the AVR-X6400H. Each of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the SR5014 has 8/2, and the AVR-X6400H has 8/3. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is supported by the SR5014 and the AVR-X6400H. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. The SR5014 has support for the standard HDCP 2.3, compared to the AVR-X6400H, which supports the standard HDCP 2.2. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.
Unlike the SR5014 where 2 Multi zones is provided, the AVR-X6400H works with 3 Multi zones. 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 Marantz SR5014 and the Denon AVR-X6400H 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.