Denon AVR-X3600H vs Sony STR-DH790 review

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The present review is aimed to compare two AV receivers - Denon AVR-X3600H vs Sony STR-DH790 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 7.2 for Sony STR-DH790. Regarding power, then AVR-X3600H has such a W/Ohm ratio - 105/8, 135/6 when STR-DH790 has a power of 90/6. The THD is 0.08% for the AVR-X3600H but 0.09% for the STR-DH790.

Audio features

Characteristics of digital to analog converter (DAC) are different, 192 KHz/32-bit for AVR-X3600H and 192 KHz/24-bit for the STR-DH790. Both the AVR-X3600H and the STR-DH790 support Bi-amping. 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. 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. The AVR-X3600H can scale the input HDMI signal, unlike the STR-DH790. 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 Sony STR-DH790. 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 STR-DH790. The AVR-X3600H has a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. An ECO mode is only available for the AVR-X3600H. Both AVR-X3600H and STR-DH790 can be configured using the Setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. The surround sound technology DTS:X is supported by devices under review.