Denon AVR-X3600H vs Yamaha RX-V385 review

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The present review is aimed to compare two AV receivers - Denon AVR-X3600H vs Yamaha RX-V385 that are meant to satisfy the needs of cinema and music lovers.

Amplifier

A significant difference between the receivers in the number of channels, Denon AVR-X3600H has 9.2 versus 5.1 for Yamaha RX-V385. Regarding power, then AVR-X3600H has such a W/Ohm ratio - 105/8, 135/6 when RX-V385 has a power of 70/6. The THD is 0.08% for the AVR-X3600H but 0.09% for the RX-V385.

Audio features

Characteristics of digital to analog converter (DAC) are different, 192 KHz/32-bit for AVR-X3600H and Burr-Brown 384 KHz/32-bit for the RX-V385. Only the AVR-X3600H supports Bi-amping feature. Each of the AV receivers can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

Only the Denon AVR-X3600H can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Denon AVR-X3600H has support for AirPlay, AirPlay 2, and its competitor in our comparison - AirPlay. Only the AVR-X3600H supports Spotify.

Video features

Both AV receivers support HDR10 technology (High dynamic range). Compared AV receivers retain the quality of 4K/60Hz signal when transmitting from a source to a TV or projector. HDMI signal transmission in standby mode is implemented in each of the devices. Both rivals can scale the resolution of the incoming HDMI signal. The HDR standard - Dolby Vision is supported by these receivers.

Extensive connections

The Denon AVR-X3600H has 8/3 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 4/1 HDMI connectors of the Yamaha RX-V385. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. HDMI eARC is available in each model. The Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) feature is present in most modern AV receivers and the models in our comparison are no exception. The AVR-X3600H supports the protection of digital content of the standard HDCP 2.3, versus HDCP 2.2 in the RX-V385. The AVR-X3600H has a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. It is also worth noting that the ECO mode is presented in each of the receivers. The setup assistant will help you configure Denon AVR-X3600H.

Multichannel surround

Only the AVR-X3600H has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the AVR-X3600H.