Denon AVR-S750H vs Denon AVR-X1600H

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Being able to compare Denon AVR-S750H and Denon AVR-X1600H gave us an insight into what of them would be better for home theater configuration. According to the results of our review, Denon AVR-S750H received 7 points out of 10 possible, and Denon AVR-X1600H was rated 7.6 points. Both AV receivers were introduced in 2019. AVR-X1600H is more performable in terms of audio broadcast than the AVR-S750H.

Main advantages Denon AVR-S750H over Denon AVR-X1600H

Main advantages Denon AVR-X1600H over Denon AVR-S750H

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the models have rated 7 points out of 10.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. Both receivers can handle the 7.2-channels configuration.

RMS stands for the actual power of the receiver. The higher this value, the louder the sound can be produced. The differences between the models in terms of RMS power are significant - for the AVR-X1600H this value is 80/8 W/Ohm, and for the AVR-S750H it is 75/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the AVR-S750H 6 out of 10, and the AVR-X1600H - 10.

Bi-amping is the amplification of one speaker with two amplifiers. This amplification method has a positive effect on sound quality. Bi-amping is possible on the AVR-X1600H.

Most receivers now come with a microphone included. It is with the help of this microphone that the auto-calibration system functions, which adjusts the sound of the receiver to the room.

Speaker A/B switching allows you to change between the main and sub speaker set. Denon AVR-X1600H can work with the main and additional set of speakers - and switch between them.

Connectivity

The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is markedly different, Denon AVR-S750H scored 7, and Denon AVR-X1600H scored 8 out of 10.

Bluetooth connection is now one of the main communication protocols for the receiver's control or even music broadcasting.

Streaming services

Now music streaming services are gaining more and more popularity. They allow users to listen to millions of songs by subscription.

Extensive connections

The presence of many connectors makes the receiver more versatile. But there are also narrowly targeted models, the number of connectors which are limited to a certain area of use. And when choosing their own receiver, users need to consider exactly your goals for using the receiver. For extensive connection, Denon AVR-S750H got 7 points, but Denon AVR-X1600H received 8 points.

Competitors in our review have 6/1 HDMI inputs and outputs.

Video features

The AV receiver is the heart of the home theater. And in this case, support for all current video formats ensures the best user experience, so it is very important to consider this when choosing a device. Video features of rivals in our comparison were rated 6 out of 10.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, both receivers received a score of 10 out of 10.

Multi-room

As the center of a home media system, each multichannel receiver has an additional set of terminals for connecting the second set of speakers to create additional audio space in Zone 2 or even Zone 3 where audio can have the separate source.

Multichannel surround

For the ability to create multichannel surround sound, each of the receivers received 7 points out of 10.