Marantz NR1710 vs Denon AVRS730H

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Let's compare Marantz NR1710 versus Denon AVRS730H for an overview of all their pros and cons. According to the results of our review, Marantz NR1710 received 8.3 points out of 10 possible, and Denon AVRS730H was rated 7.3 points. The release date of NR1710 is 2019, and AVRS730H is 2017. And as a result of the comparison, NR1710 seems to be a better option for the role of a home theater center than AVRS730H.

Main advantages Marantz NR1710 over Denon AVRS730H

Main advantages Denon AVRS730H over Marantz NR1710

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the devices received different marks - 7 and 8, 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 AVRS730H this value is 75/8 W/Ohm, and for the NR1710 it is 50/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the NR1710 9 out of 10, and the AVRS730H - 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 NR1710.

Pure Direct mode feeds sound directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Only Marantz NR1710 has Pure Direct mode.

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.

Speaker A/B switching allows you to change between the main and sub speaker set. Marantz NR1710 can work with the main and additional set of speakers - and switch between them.

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 AVRS730H.

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, Marantz NR1710 got 9 points, but Denon AVRS730H received 6 points.

Marantz NR1710 is equipped with 8/1 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Denon AVRS730H has 6/1 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 Marantz NR1710.

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 Marantz NR1710 in the HDCP 2.3 version, and Denon AVRS730H has the HDCP 2.2 version.

Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the NR1710 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.

Most of the AV receivers have a video scaling function, it is the process of reformatting the video signal to a higher resolution without losing the quality of the image. Upscaling the video signal resolution is possible only with Marantz NR1710.

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

Marantz NR1710 got 8 points for the multichannel surround sound and Denon AVRS730H got 7.