What is better - Onkyo TX-SR393 vs Denon AVRS730H?
The number of channels for receivers is different - 5.2 versus 7.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the TX-SR393 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 80/8, 155/6, while the AVRS730H has a power of 75/8, 110/6. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.08%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the TX-SR393 received the model AKM 384 KHz/32-bit, but the AVRS730H is equipped with 384 KHz/32-bit. None of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. In the considered devices there is no function transmitting an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
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 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 TX-SR393 and the AVRS730H. Video scaling is only possible with the TX-SR393. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the TX-SR393 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 TX-SR393 and the AVRS730H. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. TX-SR393 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.
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.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available both models. A DTS:X surround technology is supported by devices from our comparison.