Denon AVRX4400H vs Onkyo TX-SR343 review

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The Denon AVRX4400H vs Onkyo TX-SR343 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 - 9.2 versus 5.1, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the AVRX4400H has such a ratio W/Ohm - 125/8, 165/6, while the TX-SR343 has a power of 100/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the AVRX4400H it is 0.05%, but for the TX-SR343 it is 0.08%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the AVRX4400H received the model 192 KHz/24-bit, but the TX-SR343 is equipped with TI Burr-Brown 192 KHz/24-bit. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Denon AVRX4400H. The model AVRX4400H can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

Wireless Internet connection via WIFI is only possible with AVRX4400H. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The AVRX4400H has access to the Spotify service.

Video features

Support for the HDR function can only boast of the AVRX4400H. 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 AVRX4400H and the TX-SR343. Video scaling is only possible with the AVRX4400H. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the AVRX4400H.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the AVRX4400H has 8/3, and the TX-SR343 has 4/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the AVRX4400H. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. AVRX4400H and TX-SR343 support the standard HDCP 2.2. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Denon AVRX4400H. There is an ECO mode in AVRX4400H. The Denon AVRX4400H can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the AVRX4400H. Only in the AVRX4400H realized a DTS:X surround technology.