Onkyo TX-NR575 vs Denon AVR-X2600H

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The Onkyo TX-NR575 versus Denon AVR-X2600H comparison makes clear all pros and cons of AV receivers. According to the results of our review, Onkyo TX-NR575 received 7 points out of 10 possible, and Denon AVR-X2600H was rated 8.1 points. The release date of TX-NR575 is 2017, and AVR-X2600H is 2019. Identified advantages have shown that AVR-X2600H is better over TX-NR575 mainly as a home theater processor.

Main advantages Onkyo TX-NR575 over Denon AVR-X2600H

Main advantages Denon AVR-X2600H over Onkyo TX-NR575

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the models have rated 7 points out of 10.

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-X2600H it is 125/6 W/Ohm.

Audio features

The score for audio features is 9 of 10 for both receivers.

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. Denon AVR-X2600H 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.

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-NR575 got 6 points, but Denon AVR-X2600H received 8 points.

Onkyo TX-NR575 is equipped with 4/1 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 Onkyo TX-NR575 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 the TX-NR575 were rated 7 out of 10 against the 10 for the AVR-X2600H.

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 Denon AVR-X2600H.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the TX-NR575 got 7 points, but the AVR-X2600H has 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-X2600H can be controlled by voice via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI. Denon AVR-X2600H 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

Onkyo TX-NR575 got 7 points for the multichannel surround sound and Denon AVR-X2600H got 8.