The Denon AVRX4400H vs Yamaha RX-A1060BL 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 - 9.2 versus 7.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the AVRX4400H has such a ratio W/Ohm - 125/8, 165/6, while the RX-A1060BL has a power of 110/8. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the AVRX4400H it is 0.05%, but for the RX-A1060BL it is 0.06%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the AVRX4400H received the model 192 KHz/24-bit, but the RX-A1060BL is equipped with ESS 192 KHz/24-bit. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Denon AVRX4400H and Yamaha RX-A1060BL can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
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. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Denon AVRX4400H works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora,iHeart Radio, Sirius XM, Sound Cloud, Napster, but the Yamaha RX-A1060BL works with Deezer, TIDAL, Sirius XM, Napster. 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 AVRX4400H and the RX-A1060BL. 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 is the same - 8/3. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the AVRX4400H. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Denon AVRX4400H has HDMI CEC. AVRX4400H and RX-A1060BL support the standard HDCP 2.2. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.
Unlike the AVRX4400H where 3 Multi zones is provided, the RX-A1060BL works with 2 Multi zones. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Denon AVRX4400H 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.