Onkyo TX-NR575 vs Denon AVR-S740H

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TX-NR575 vs AVR-S740H comparison chart

Onkyo TX-NR575 vs Denon AVR-S740H review

Onkyo TX-NR575
vs
Denon AVR-S740H

To get informed with the specs of the receivers, we suggest you read the Onkyo TX-NR575 and Denon AVR-S740H review. According to the results of our review, Onkyo TX-NR575 received 7 points out of 10 possible, and Denon AVR-S740H was rated 7.1 points. The release date of TX-NR575 is 2017, and AVR-S740H is 2018. This review shows us that the AVR-S740H is a better choice as a home AV receiver than the TX-NR575.

Main advantages Onkyo TX-NR575 over Denon AVR-S740H

  • We do not know advantages

Main advantages Denon AVR-S740H over Onkyo TX-NR575

  • We do not know advantages

Amplifiers

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

TX-NR575
7
AVR-S740H
8

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 TX-NR575 this value is 135/6 W/Ohm, and for the AVR-S740H it is 110/6 W/Ohm.

TX-NR575 AVR-S740H
Channels7.27.2
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm135/675/8, 110/6
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-NR575 9 out of 10, and the AVR-S740H - 6.

TX-NR575
9
AVR-S740H
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-NR575.

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-NR575 AVR-S740H
Digital to analog converter (DAC)384 KHz/32-bit192 KHz/32-bit
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibrationAccuEQAudyssey MultEQ
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio featuresHi-Res audio, Theater-DimensionalAudyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Compressed Audio Restorer, Hi-Res audio

Connectivity

The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is markedly different, Onkyo TX-NR575 scored 8, and Denon AVR-S740H scored 7 out of 10.

TX-NR575
8
AVR-S740H
7

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

TX-NR575 AVR-S740H
Wi-Fi2.4/5GHz
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-NR575 AVR-S740H
Apple Music (AirPlay)AirPlay, AirPlay 2AirPlay, AirPlay 2
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming servicesDeezer, TIDAL, Pandora, TuneIn RadioDeezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, SiriusXM, TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio, Sound Cloud

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 6 points on our 10-point scale.

TX-NR575
6
AVR-S740H
6

Onkyo TX-NR575 is equipped with 4/1 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Denon AVR-S740H has 6/1 HDMI inputs and outputs.

TX-NR575 AVR-S740H
HDMI input/output4/16/1
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 input22
Coaxial digital input11
Composite input22
Component input/output0/00/0
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectorsphones, setup mic, AUXUSB, 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-NR575 were rated 7 out of 10 against the 6 for the AVR-S740H.

TX-NR575
7
AVR-S740H
6

TX-NR575 AVR-S740H
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 conversion
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video featuresDeepColor, x.v.Color, BT.2020BT.2020, HLG

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the TX-NR575 got 7 points, but the AVR-S740H has 10.

TX-NR575
7
AVR-S740H
10

Voice control allows you to control the basic functions of the receiver through a smartphone, smart speaker or using the microphone that comes with the kit. The AVR-S740H can be controlled by voice via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI. Denon AVR-S740H has the ECO mode.

TX-NR575 AVR-S740H
Voice controlAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI
App controliPhone, iPad, iPod, AndroidiPhone, iPad, iPod, Android
Displaycolour OSDcolour OSD
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, Web 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-NR575 AVR-S740H
Multi-room zones22
Zone audio outputspeaker, preoutspeaker
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room controlFlareConnectHEOS App
RS-23200
Remote control input/output (IR)0/00/0
DC trigger output (12V)00

Multichannel surround

For the ability to create multichannel surround sound, each of the receivers received 7 points out of 10.

TX-NR575
7
AVR-S740H
7

TX-NR575 AVR-S740H
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)Dolby Digital PlusDolby Digital Plus
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD EXPRESSDTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESS, DTS-Surround
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
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