Yamaha RX-A1060BL vs Denon AVR-X6400H review

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The Yamaha RX-A1060BL vs Denon AVR-X6400H comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.

Amplifier

The number of channels for receivers is different - 7.2 versus 11.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the RX-A1060BL has such a ratio W/Ohm - 110/8, while the AVR-X6400H has a power of 140/8, 250/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the RX-A1060BL it is 0.06%, but for the AVR-X6400H it is 0.05%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the RX-A1060BL received the model ESS 192 KHz/24-bit, but the AVR-X6400H is equipped with AK4458 384 KHz/32-bit. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Yamaha RX-A1060BL and Denon AVR-X6400H 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 versus AirPlay, AirPlay 2 respectively. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Yamaha RX-A1060BL works with Deezer, TIDAL, Sirius XM, Napster, but the Denon AVR-X6400H works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, SiriusXM, TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio, Sound Cloud. 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-A1060BL and the AVR-X6400H. Each of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.

Extensive connections

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 AVR-X6400H. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Denon AVR-X6400H has HDMI CEC. RX-A1060BL and AVR-X6400H support the standard HDCP 2.2. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.

Additional features

Unlike the RX-A1060BL where 2 Multi zones is provided, the AVR-X6400H works with 3 Multi zones. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Denon AVR-X6400H 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.