Onkyo TX-RZ840 vs Denon AVR-X2400H

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TX-RZ840 vs AVR-X2400H comparison chart

Onkyo TX-RZ840 vs Denon AVR-X2400H review

Onkyo TX-RZ840
vs
Denon AVR-X2400H

Review of Onkyo TX-RZ840 versus Denon AVR-X2400H will reveal the best features offered by the devices. According to the results of our review, Onkyo TX-RZ840 received 8.4 points out of 10 possible, and Denon AVR-X2400H was rated 7.6 points. The release date of TX-RZ840 is 2019, and AVR-X2400H is 2017. TX-RZ840 is better suited for home theater use than the AVR-X2400H. Its sound profile is better balanced.

Main advantages Onkyo TX-RZ840 over Denon AVR-X2400H

  • More channels, namely 9, makes this receiver more profitable than its 7-channel competitor.
  • Both receivers have a multi-room zone function, but TX-RZ840 has 3 zones vs 2 on its competitor.
  • Include HDMI eARC function.

Main advantages Denon AVR-X2400H over Onkyo TX-RZ840

  • We do not know advantages

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the models have rated 8 points out of 10.

TX-RZ840
8
AVR-X2400H
8

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. The Onkyo TX-RZ840 supports 9.2-channels sound, but Denon AVR-X2400H supports a 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-RZ840 this value is 180/6 W/Ohm, and for the AVR-X2400H it is 125/6 W/Ohm.

TX-RZ840 AVR-X2400H
Channels9.27.2
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm180/695/8, 125/6
Output impedance, Ohm68, 6
Frequency response10Hz-100KHz10Hz-100KHz
THD in stereo, %0.080.08

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the TX-RZ840 9 out of 10, and the AVR-X2400H - 6.

TX-RZ840
9
AVR-X2400H
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-RZ840.

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.

TX-RZ840 AVR-X2400H
Digital to analog converter (DAC)AKM 384 KHz/32-bit192 KHz/24-bit
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibrationAccuEQAudyssey MultEQ
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio featuresAdvanced Music Optimizer, Theater-Dimensional, Hi-Res audioHi-Res audio, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume

Connectivity

The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is markedly different, Onkyo TX-RZ840 scored 8, and Denon AVR-X2400H scored 7 out of 10.

TX-RZ840
8
AVR-X2400H
7

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

TX-RZ840 AVR-X2400H
Wi-Fi
USB1 (USB 2.0)1 (USB 2.0)
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)11
DLNA
MHL

Streaming services

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

TX-RZ840 AVR-X2400H
Apple Music (AirPlay)AirPlay, AirPlay 2AirPlay, AirPlay 2
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming servicesDeezer, TIDAL, Pandora, TuneIn RadioDeezer, TIDAL, iHeart Radio, Sirius XM, Sound Cloud, Napster

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-RZ840 got 8 points, but Denon AVR-X2400H received 7 points.

TX-RZ840
8
AVR-X2400H
7

Onkyo TX-RZ840 is equipped with 7/2 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Denon AVR-X2400H has 8/2 HDMI inputs and outputs.

HDMI eARC is the next step in the development of audio return channel technology, which works in conjunction with HDMI 2.1. Using eARC provides the highest sound quality for home audio systems. HDMI eARC is available only on Onkyo TX-RZ840.

Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the TX-RZ840 has a Phono interface.

TX-RZ840 AVR-X2400H
HDMI input/output7/28/2
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI CEC
Digital content protection (HDCP)HDCP 2.2HDCP 2.2
Subwoofer output (LFE)22
Headphone output1 x 6.31 x 6.3
Optical digital input12
Coaxial digital input11
Composite input22
Component input/output1/02/1
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectorsHDMI, phones, setup micUSB, HDMI, phones, setup mic
Multi channel preamp output

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 TX-RZ840 were rated 8 out of 10 against the 7 for the AVR-X2400H.

TX-RZ840
8
AVR-X2400H
7

TX-RZ840 AVR-X2400H
HDR (High Dynamic Range)HDR10
4K signal pass-through4K/60Hz4K/60Hz
8K signal pass-through
HDMI signal pass-through
3D signal pass-through
HDMI pass-through in standby mode
Video conversionanalog to HDMI
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video featuresDeepColor, x.v.Color, HLG, BT.2020HLG

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the TX-RZ840 got 9 points, but the AVR-X2400H has 10.

TX-RZ840
9
AVR-X2400H
10

Denon AVR-X2400H has the ECO mode.

TX-RZ840 AVR-X2400H
Voice controlGoogle AssistantAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI
App controliPhone, iPad, iPod, AndroidiPhone, iPad, Mac, Android
Displayfluorescentfluorescent
TunerAM, FMAM, FM
Sleep timer
Auto power off
ECO mode
Graphical user interface (GUI)
Setup assistant
Firmware updatenetwork, USBnetwork, USB
Other additional featuresIP ControlIP Control

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.

TX-RZ840 AVR-X2400H
Multi-room zones32
Zone audio outputspeaker, preoutspeaker, preout
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room controlFlareConnectHEOS App, Denon 2016 AVR Remote
RS-23211
Remote control input/output (IR)1/01/1
DC trigger output (12V)10

Multichannel surround

Onkyo TX-RZ840 got 8 points for the multichannel surround sound and Denon AVR-X2400H got 7.

TX-RZ840
8
AVR-X2400H
7

IMAX Enhanced is a licensing and certification program under which home theater devices deliver crisp 4K HDR pictures and powerful sound as it was designed by the IMAX engineers. Only the TX-RZ840 licensed by IMAX.

TX-RZ840 AVR-X2400H
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizationhas not
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESShas not
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
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