Denon AVR-S940H vs Yamaha RX-V583

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The Denon AVR-S940H versus Yamaha RX-V583 comparison makes clear all pros and cons of AV receivers. According to the results of our review, Denon AVR-S940H received 7.4 points out of 10 possible, and Yamaha RX-V583 was rated 7.3 points. The release date of AVR-S940H is 2018, and RX-V583 is 2017. Identified advantages have shown that AVR-S940H is better over RX-V583 mainly as a home theater processor.

Main advantages Denon AVR-S940H over Yamaha RX-V583

Main advantages Yamaha RX-V583 over Denon AVR-S940H

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-S940H this value is 90/8 W/Ohm, and for the RX-V583 it is 80/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the AVR-S940H 7 out of 10, and the RX-V583 - 8.

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 RX-V583.

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 markedly different, Denon AVR-S940H scored 7, and Yamaha RX-V583 scored 9 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 Yamaha RX-V583.

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-S940H got 9 points, but Yamaha RX-V583 received 6 points.

Denon AVR-S940H is equipped with 8/2 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Yamaha RX-V583 has 4/1 HDMI inputs and outputs.

The HDCP encryption protocol is now mandatory for most media devices. This security technology encrypts digital signals from one product to another. HDCP content-encryption protocol is present on Denon AVR-S940H in the HDCP 2.2 version, and Yamaha RX-V583 has the HDCP 2.3 version.

Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the AVR-S940H 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 the AVR-S940H were rated 6 out of 10 against the 9 for the RX-V583.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the AVR-S940H got 10 points, but the RX-V583 has 9.

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.