Onkyo TX-RZ620 vs Denon AVR-S720W

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Let's compare Onkyo TX-RZ620 versus Denon AVR-S720W for an overview of all their pros and cons. According to the results of our review, Onkyo TX-RZ620 received 7.1 points out of 10 possible, and Denon AVR-S720W was rated 6.6 points. The release date of TX-RZ620 is 2017, and AVR-S720W is 2016. And as a result of the comparison, TX-RZ620 seems to be a better option for the role of a home theater center than AVR-S720W.

Main advantages Onkyo TX-RZ620 over Denon AVR-S720W

Main advantages Denon AVR-S720W over Onkyo TX-RZ620

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 TX-RZ620 this value is 100/8 W/Ohm, and for the AVR-S720W it is 75/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the TX-RZ620 9 out of 10, and the AVR-S720W - 6.

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 only on the TX-RZ620.

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.

Connectivity

The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is equal and was rated 8 out of 10.

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

DLNA is the perfect way to use your local cloud storage to stream movies and music directly to a TV. You can use the DLNA protocol only with Denon AVR-S720W.

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, Onkyo TX-RZ620 got 7 points, but Denon AVR-S720W received 6 points.

Onkyo TX-RZ620 is equipped with 7/2 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Denon AVR-S720W has 6/1 HDMI inputs and outputs.

Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the TX-RZ620 has a Phono interface.

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, the TX-RZ620 got 6 points, but the AVR-S720W has 8.

Denon AVR-S720W has the ECO mode.

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.