Onkyo TX-RZ730 vs Denon AVRS730H

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Let's compare Onkyo TX-RZ730 versus Denon AVRS730H for an overview of all their pros and cons. According to the results of our review, Onkyo TX-RZ730 received 7.8 points out of 10 possible, and Denon AVRS730H was rated 7.3 points. The release date of TX-RZ730 is 2018, and AVRS730H is 2017. And as a result of the comparison, TX-RZ730 seems to be a better option for the role of a home theater center than AVRS730H.

Main advantages Onkyo TX-RZ730 over Denon AVRS730H

Main advantages Denon AVRS730H over Onkyo TX-RZ730

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. The Onkyo TX-RZ730 supports 9.2-channels sound, but Denon AVRS730H 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-RZ730 this value is 175/6 W/Ohm, and for the AVRS730H it is 110/6 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the TX-RZ730 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 TX-RZ730.

Pure Direct mode feeds sound directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Only Onkyo TX-RZ730 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.

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, Onkyo TX-RZ730 got 8 points, but Denon AVRS730H received 6 points.

Onkyo TX-RZ730 is equipped with 7/2 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Denon AVRS730H has 6/1 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-RZ730 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 TX-RZ730 got 8 points, but the AVRS730H has 10.

Denon AVRS730H 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.