Denon AVRS730H vs Sony STR-DN1060 review

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The Denon AVRS730H vs Sony STR-DN1060 comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.

Amplifier

AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the AVRS730H has such a ratio W/Ohm - 75/8, 110/6, while the STR-DN1060 has a power of 165/8. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the AVRS730H it is 0.08%, but for the STR-DN1060 it is 0.09%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the AVRS730H received the model 384 KHz/32-bit, but the STR-DN1060 is equipped with 96 KHz/24-bit. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Sony STR-DN1060. The model STR-DN1060 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

Wireless Internet access via WIFI is possible on both units. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The contenders have differences in the supported services from Apple - AirPlay, AirPlay 2 versus AirPlay respectively. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors.

Video features

Support for the HDR function can only boast of each of the AV receivers. 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 AVRS730H and the STR-DN1060. None of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the AVRS730H.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the AVRS730H has 6/1, and the STR-DN1060 has 6/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the STR-DN1060. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. AVRS730H and STR-DN1060 support the standard HDCP 2.2. Unlike most receivers, our models do not have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.

Additional features

Ability to create 2 Multi zones inherent in both AV receivers. For voice control in the AVRS730H is used Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI, but in the STR-DN1060 is used Google Assistant. There is an ECO mode in AVRS730H. The Denon AVRS730H and the Sony STR-DN1060 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.