Let's compare Denon HEOS AVR versus Yamaha RX-A2070 for an overview of all their pros and cons. According to the results of our review, Denon HEOS AVR received 4.8 points out of 10 possible, and Yamaha RX-A2070 was rated 8.5 points. Both AV receivers were introduced in 2017. And as a result of the comparison, RX-A2070 seems to be a better option for the role of a home theater center than HEOS AVR.
For the built-in amplifier, the devices received different marks - 6 and 9, respectively, on a 10-point scale.
The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. The Denon HEOS AVR supports 5.1-channels sound, but Yamaha RX-A2070 supports a 9.2-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 RX-A2070 this value is 140/8 W/Ohm, and for the HEOS AVR it is 50/8 W/Ohm.
HEOS AVR | RX-A2070 | |
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Channels | 5.1 | 9.2 |
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm | 50/8, 65/6 | 140/8 |
Output impedance, Ohm | 8, 6 | 8 |
Frequency response | 10Hz-100KHz | 10Hz-100KHz |
THD in stereo, % | 0.05 | 0.06 |
After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the HEOS AVR 5 out of 10, and the RX-A2070 - 8.
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 RX-A2070.
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.
HEOS AVR | RX-A2070 | |
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Digital to analog converter (DAC) | N/A | ESS 192 KHz/24-bit |
Bi-amping | ✖ | ✔ |
Pure direct (straight) | ✔ | ✔ |
Auto speaker calibration | ✖ | YPAO |
Speaker A/B switching | ✖ | ✖ |
Other audio features | has not | CINEMA DSP HD3, Compressed Music Enhancer, Virtual CINEMA FRONT, Extra Bass, High-resolution Music Enhancer |
The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is markedly different, Denon HEOS AVR scored 7, and Yamaha RX-A2070 scored 9 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 Yamaha RX-A2070.
HEOS AVR | RX-A2070 | |
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Wi-Fi | ✔ | ✔ |
USB | 1 (USB 2.0) | 1 (USB 2.0) |
Bluetooth | ✔ | ✔ |
Ethernet (RJ45) | 1 | 1 |
DLNA | ✖ | ✔ |
MHL | ✖ | ✖ |
Now music streaming services are gaining more and more popularity. They allow users to listen to millions of songs by subscription.
HEOS AVR | RX-A2070 | |
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Apple Music (AirPlay) | ✖ | AirPlay |
Amazon Music | ✖ | ✖ |
Spotify | ✔ | ✔ |
Other streaming services | Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, SiriusXM, TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio, Sound Cloud | Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, SiriusXM |
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 HEOS AVR got 5 points, but Yamaha RX-A2070 received 8 points.
Denon HEOS AVR is equipped with 4/1 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Yamaha RX-A2070 has 8/2 HDMI inputs and outputs.
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 HEOS AVR in the HDCP 2.2 version, and Yamaha RX-A2070 has the HDCP 2.3 version.
Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the RX-A2070 has a Phono interface.
HEOS AVR | RX-A2070 | |
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HDMI input/output | 4/1 | 8/2 |
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) | ✔ | ✔ |
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) | ✖ | ✖ |
HDMI CEC | ✔ | ✔ |
Digital content protection (HDCP) | HDCP 2.2 | HDCP 2.3 |
Subwoofer output (LFE) | 1 | 2 |
Headphone output | 1 x 6.3 | 1 x 6.3 |
Optical digital input | 1 | 3 |
Coaxial digital input | 1 | 3 |
Composite input | 0 | 4 |
Component input/output | 0/0 | 2/0 |
Phono (MM) input | ✖ | ✔ |
Front panel connectors | ✖ | USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic, AUX |
Multi channel preamp output | ✖ | ✔ |
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 HEOS AVR were rated 5 out of 10 against the 9 for the RX-A2070.
HDR pass-through gives you the possibility to broadcast HDR content directly from source to TV without the processing of the receiver. HDR support is available on the Yamaha RX-A2070.
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 with Yamaha RX-A2070.
HEOS AVR | RX-A2070 | |
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HDR (High Dynamic Range) | ✖ | HDR10 |
4K signal pass-through | 4K/60Hz | 4K/60Hz |
8K signal pass-through | ✖ | ✖ |
HDMI signal pass-through | ✔ | ✔ |
3D signal pass-through | ✔ | ✔ |
HDMI pass-through in standby mode | ✔ | ✔ |
Video conversion | ✖ | ✖ |
Analog to HDMI scaling | ✖ | ✔ |
HDMI to HDMI scaling | ✖ | ✔ |
Dolby Vision | ✖ | ✔ |
Other video features | has not | DeepColor, x.v.Color, HLG, BT.2020 |
In terms of evaluating additional features, the HEOS AVR got 4 points, but the RX-A2070 has 10.
Yamaha RX-A2070 has the ECO mode.
HEOS AVR | RX-A2070 | |
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Voice control | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant | Amazon Alexa |
App control | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android |
Display | ✖ | colour OSD |
Tuner | ✖ | AM, FM, DAB |
Sleep timer | ✖ | ✔ |
Auto power off | ✖ | ✔ |
ECO mode | ✖ | ✔ |
Graphical user interface (GUI) | ✖ | ✔ |
Setup assistant | ✖ | ✔ |
Firmware update | network, USB | network, USB |
Other additional features | has not | has not |
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.
HEOS AVR | RX-A2070 | |
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Multi-room zones | has not | 3 |
Zone audio output | has not | speaker, preout |
Zone HDMI output | has not | ✔ |
Multi-room control | HEOS App | MusicCast |
RS-232 | 0 | 1 |
Remote control input/output (IR) | 1/0 | 1/1 |
DC trigger output (12V) | 0 | 2 |
Denon HEOS AVR got 5 points for the multichannel surround sound and Yamaha RX-A2070 got 7.
Dolby Atmos' particularity is that this is the object-oriented sound format, that is, each audio signal object is independently sounded and connected to its spatial position. Yamaha RX-A2070 can create 3D sound due to the Dolby Atmos support.
DTS:X is an algorithm used by the processor to create sound scenes, where sounds connected directly to objects rather than channels, and to determine the optimum sound output distribution in space. Surround sound with DTS:X is available on the RX-A2070.
HEOS AVR | RX-A2070 | |
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Dolby Atmos | ✖ | ✔ |
Dolby TrueHD | ✔ | ✔ |
Dolby Surround | ✖ | ✔ |
Dolby (other) | Dolby Pro Logic | Dolby Digital Plus |
DTS:X | ✖ | ✔ |
DTS HD Master | ✔ | ✔ |
DTS Virtual:X | ✖ | ✖ |
DTS Neural:X | ✖ | ✔ |
DTS (other) | has not | DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESS, DTS-Neo:6 |
Auro-3D | ✖ | ✖ |
IMAX Enhanced | ✖ | ✖ |
Multichannel stereo | ✔ | ✖ |