Sony STR-DH790 vs Denon AVR-S960H – that is a question.
AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the STR-DH790 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 90/6, while the AVR-S960H has a power of 90/8, 125/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the STR-DH790 it is 0.09%, but for the AVR-S960H it is 0.08%. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Sony STR-DH790. Both Sony STR-DH790 and Denon AVR-S960H can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The AVR-S960H has access to the Spotify service.
The HDR10 function is present in each of the rivals. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the STR-DH790 and the AVR-S960H. Video scaling is only possible with the AVR-S960H. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the STR-DH790 has 4/1, and the AVR-S960H has 6/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is supported by the STR-DH790 and the AVR-S960H. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. The STR-DH790 has support for the standard HDCP 2.2, compared to the AVR-S960H, which supports the standard HDCP 2.3. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Denon AVR-S960H. There is an ECO mode in AVR-S960H. The Sony STR-DH790 and the Denon AVR-S960H 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.