Dec 27, 2019
Read MoreDenon AVR-X1600H vs Sony STR-DN1080 review
Denon AVR-X1600H review
Compared models have identical figures concerning amplifier abilities. Both have 7.2 channels and 120W at 6 Ohms. Denon AVR-X1600H is equipped with six HDMI inputs and an output with support for the latest HDCP2.3 standard. The device can not only carry out video switching with the parameters 4K / 60 Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HGL, but also supports eARC technology, which allows you to transfer sound in 3D formats. Also, thanks to the Low Latency mode, the AV receiver can be used in conjunction with game consoles. Based on this unit, you can create a modern audio / video system that will allow you to watch movies and listen to music with high quality. 
Sony STR-DN1080 review
On the rear panel there are as many as 6 HDMI inputs for connecting devices and 2 HDMI outputs for outputting images to a TV, monitor or projector. Although every HDMI input is signed, according to the instructions it doesn’t matter which device will be connected to which connector, this is just a recommendation. But, there is one caveat. The SA-CD / CD and BD-DVD inputs provide higher sound quality. For this reason, consider this moment when connecting and select the priority devices for you. 
Denon AVR-X1600H pros & cons
Pros
- The X1600H has access to many online music services
- Music streaming is also possible via AirPlay or Bluetooth
Cons
- The unit has not the input video signal scaling
Sony STR-DN1080 pros & cons
Pros
- Sony STR-DN1080 has all the features you can expect from a modern AV receiver
- The user interface is intuitive and complemented by a convenient remote control
Cons
- The sound is not as rich as the model of the previous year. It is better not to use the AV receiver with bright sounding acoustics
Denon AVR-X1600H vs Sony STR-DN1080
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Product
Denon AVR-X1600H
Sony STR-DN1080
Model
AVR-X1600H
STR-DN1080
Brand
Denon
Sony
Reviews
150
778
Amplifier
Channels
7.2
7.2
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
80/8, 120/6
120/6
Output impedance, Ohm
8, 6
6
Frequency response
10Hz-100KHz
10Hz-100KHz
THD in stereo, %
0.08
0.09
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
384 KHz/32-bit
96 KHz/24-bit
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
Audyssey MultEQ XT
DCAC EX
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Compressed Audio Restorer
Hi-Res audio, DSEE HX
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
USB
1 (USB 2.0)
1 (USB 2.0)
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
1
1
DLNA
MHL
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
AirPlay, AirPlay 2
AirPlay
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio, Mood Mix
TIDAL, Pandora
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
6/1
6/2
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI CEC
Digital content protection (HDCP)
HDCP 2.3
HDCP 2.2
Subwoofer output (LFE)
2
2
Headphone output
1 x 6.3
1 x 6.3
Optical digital input
2
1
Coaxial digital input
1
1
Composite input
2
2
Component input/output
0/0
0/0
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic
USB, phones, setup mic
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
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
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
HLG, BT.2020
has not
Additional features
Voice control
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI
Google assistant
App control
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android, Amazon Kindle
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android
Display
colour OSD
fluorescent
Tuner
AM, FM
AM, FM
Sleep timer
Auto power off
ECO mode
Graphical user interface (GUI)
Setup assistant
Firmware update
network, USB
network, USB
Other additional features
IP Control, Web Control
NFC
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
2
2
Zone audio output
speaker, preout
speaker
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
HEOS App
Music Center
RS-232
0
0
Remote control input/output (IR)
0/0
1/1
DC trigger output (12V)
0
0
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)
Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
Dolby Digital Plus
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESS
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
Audio file formats
MP3
WMA
AAC
WAV
FLAC
ALAC
Other audio file formats
AIFF
AIFF
Power
Operational power consumption, W
430
240
Standby consumption, W
0.1
0.4
Removable power cord
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
43.5 x 15.2 x 33/17 x 6 x 13.3
43 x 15.6 x 33/17 x 6 x 13
Weight, kg/lbs
8.6/19
9.1/19.8
Other
Release year
2019
2017
AV receivers CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 7.6Denon AVR-X1600H
- 7.3Sony STR-DN1080
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