Denon AVR-X2400H vs Onkyo TX-NR585

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The Denon AVR-X2400H versus Onkyo TX-NR585 comparison makes clear all pros and cons of AV receivers. According to the results of our review, Denon AVR-X2400H received 7.6 points out of 10 possible, and Onkyo TX-NR585 was rated 7.4 points. The release date of AVR-X2400H is 2017, and TX-NR585 is 2018. Identified advantages have shown that AVR-X2400H is better over TX-NR585 mainly as a home theater processor.

Main advantages Denon AVR-X2400H over Onkyo TX-NR585

Main advantages Onkyo TX-NR585 over Denon AVR-X2400H

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the models have rated 8 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-X2400H this value is 95/8 W/Ohm, and for the TX-NR585 it is 80/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the AVR-X2400H 6 out of 10, and the TX-NR585 - 9.

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 TX-NR585.

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-X2400H scored 7, and Onkyo TX-NR585 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-X2400H got 7 points, but Onkyo TX-NR585 received 8 points.

Denon AVR-X2400H is equipped with 8/2 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Onkyo TX-NR585 has 7/1 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-NR585 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 7 out of 10.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the AVR-X2400H got 10 points, but the TX-NR585 has 7.

Only the Denon AVR-X2400H 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.