Denon DRA-900H vs Yamaha R-N1000A review

vs

What is better - Denon DRA-900H vs Yamaha R-N1000A?

Amplifier

The number of channels for receivers is different - 2.2 versus 2.1, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, the receivers have the same performance - 100/8, 120/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the DRA-900H it is 0.08%, but for the R-N1000A it is 0.07%.

Audio features

Competitive models use the same DAC. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Yamaha R-N1000A. Both Denon DRA-900H and Yamaha R-N1000A can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

These units have the same Wi-Fi modules. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. Both devices can work with such Apple Music services: AirPlay, AirPlay 2. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. Most popular streaming services are available for our models under consideration - Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, SiriusXM, Napster, SoundCloud, Amazon Music, Amazon Music HD, MOOD:Mix. HDMI signal transmission in standby mode can provide only the DRA-900H. Video scaling is only possible with the DRA-900H. Review participants do not have the Dolby Vision feature.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the DRA-900H has 6/1, and the R-N1000A has 1/0. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the DRA-900H. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Denon DRA-900H has HDMI CEC. DRA-900H and R-N1000A support the standard HDCP 2.3. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. Voice control is performed using Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI in both models. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Denon DRA-900H and the Yamaha R-N1000A can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

Generally no support for a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A DTS:X surround technology is not supported by devices from our comparison.