Denon AVR-X3500H vs Denon AVR-X2600H

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The Denon AVR-X3500H versus Denon AVR-X2600H comparison makes clear all pros and cons of AV receivers. According to the results of our review, Denon AVR-X3500H received 8.4 points out of 10 possible, and Denon AVR-X2600H was rated 8.1 points. The release date of AVR-X3500H is 2018, and AVR-X2600H is 2019. Identified advantages have shown that AVR-X3500H is better over AVR-X2600H mainly as a home theater processor.

Main advantages Denon AVR-X3500H over Denon AVR-X2600H

Main advantages Denon AVR-X2600H over Denon AVR-X3500H

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the devices received different marks - 8 and 7, respectively, on a 10-point scale.

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-X3500H this value is 105/8 W/Ohm, and for the AVR-X2600H it is 95/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the AVR-X3500H 8 out of 10, and the AVR-X2600H - 9.

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.

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, both receivers got 8 points on our 10-point scale.

Denon AVR-X3500H is equipped with 8/3 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Denon AVR-X2600H 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 on Denon AVR-X2600H.

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-X3500H in the HDCP 2.2 version, and Denon AVR-X2600H has the HDCP 2.3 version.

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 10 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

Denon AVR-X3500H got 7 points for the multichannel surround sound and Denon AVR-X2600H got 8.