What is better - Yamaha RX-V377 vs Denon AVRS730H?
The number of channels for receivers is different - 5.1 versus 7.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the RX-V377 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 100/8, 135/6, while the AVRS730H has a power of 75/8, 110/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the RX-V377 it is 0.09%, but for the AVRS730H it is 0.08%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the RX-V377 received the model Burr-Brown 192 KHz/24-bit, but the AVRS730H is equipped with 384 KHz/32-bit. None of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. The model RX-V377 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
Wireless Internet connection via WIFI is only possible with AVRS730H. There is a Bluetooth protocol at the AVRS730H. The AVRS730H has access to the Spotify service.
Support for the HDR function can only boast of the AVRS730H. 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 RX-V377 and the AVRS730H. None of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the AVRS730H.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the RX-V377 has 4/1, and the AVRS730H has 6/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the RX-V377 and the AVRS730H. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. RX-V377 and AVRS730H support the standard HDCP 2.2. Unlike most receivers, our models do not have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Yamaha RX-V377 and the Denon AVRS730H can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the AVRS730H. Only in the AVRS730H realized a DTS:X surround technology.