Yamaha RX-V671 vs Denon AVRS730H review

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What is better - Yamaha RX-V671 vs Denon AVRS730H?

Amplifier

The number of channels for receivers is different - 7.1 versus 7.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the RX-V671 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 90/8, 150/4, while the AVRS730H has a power of 75/8, 110/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the RX-V671 it is 0.09%, but for the AVRS730H it is 0.08%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the RX-V671 received the model Burr-Brown 192 KHz/24-bit, but the AVRS730H is equipped with 384 KHz/32-bit. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Yamaha RX-V671. The model RX-V671 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

Wireless Internet connection via WIFI is only possible with AVRS730H. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The AVRS730H has access to the Spotify service. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Yamaha RX-V671 works with Napster, but the Denon AVRS730H works with Deezer, TIDAL, iHeart Radio, Sirius XM, Sound Cloud, Napster.

Video features

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-V671 and the AVRS730H. Video scaling is only possible with the RX-V671. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the AVRS730H.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs is the same - 6/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the RX-V671 and the AVRS730H. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. RX-V671 and AVRS730H support the standard HDCP 2.2. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Yamaha RX-V671.

Additional features

Ability to create 2 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. There is an ECO mode in AVRS730H. The Denon AVRS730H can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the AVRS730H. Only in the AVRS730H realized a DTS:X surround technology.