Dec 27, 2019
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Denon AVR-X3600H review
The 9.2-channel Denon AVR X3600H received IMAX support and the Dolby Atmos Height feature and can rightfully be considered avant-garde. Thanks to digital amplifiers for each channel, the device received a power of 105 W / channel as its rival in this Denon AVR-X3600H vs Denon AVR-X3500H comparison. Also, the AVR-X3600H received eight inputs and three HDMI outputs with support for video at a frequency of 4K 60 Hz, HDR and Pure Color 4: 4: 4 sampling. HDMI inputs will also provide Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG, and 4K Ultra HD.
Denon AVR-X3500H review
This is a 7.2 channel model with advanced digital HDMI switching: eight inputs and three outputs. The powerful AVR-X3500H video processor allows real-time advanced upscaling of low-resolution video to real 4K. The receiver supports HDR video format. It is also compatible with Dolby Vision and even supports the new HLG broadcast format, adding a picture of incredible brightness and naturalness. the AVR-X3500H uses high-end AK4458VN, a shielded 600-watt transformer is installed in the power system, and Sanken 2SD2560 / 2SB1647 complementary pairs are used in the terminal stages - a new generation of bipolar transistors with expanded passband.
Denon AVR-X3600H pros and cons
Pros
- AVR-X3600H is ready to interact with voice services Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and voice-controlled Apple Siri
- It is possible to implement a multiroom based on the integrated HEOS system
Cons
- There are no DAB radio feature
Denon AVR-X3500H pros and cons
Pros
- AVR-X3500H received a powerful amplifier part, its sound became more saturated and musical
- The receiver supports Alexa and AirPlay 2
Cons
- All HDMIs inputs do not support eARC
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Product
Denon AVR-X3600H
Denon AVR-X3500H
Model
AVR-X3600H
AVR-X3500H
Brand
Denon
Denon
Reviews
213
333
Amplifier
Channels
9.2
7.2
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
105/8, 135/6
105/8, 135/6
Output impedance, Ohm
8, 6
8, 6
Frequency response
10Hz-100KHz
10Hz-100KHz
THD in stereo, %
0.08
0.05
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
192 KHz/32-bit
AKM 192 KHz/32-bit
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
Audyssey MultEQ XT32
Audyssey MultEQ XT32
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Audyssey LFC, Compressed Audio Restorer
Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Audyssey LFC, Compressed Audio Restorer
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
2.4/5GHz
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, AirPlay 2
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, SiriusXM, TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio, Sound Cloud
Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, TuneIn Radio
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
8/3
8/3
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
2
Coaxial digital input
2
2
Composite input
2
2
Component input/output
2/0
1/1
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic
USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
HDR10
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
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
HLG, BT.2020
HLG, BT.2020
Additional features
Voice control
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI
App control
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android, Amazon Kindle
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android, Amazon Kindle
Display
colour OSD
colour OSD
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
IP Control
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
2
2
Zone audio output
speaker, preout
speaker, preout
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
HEOS App
HEOS App
RS-232
1
1
Remote control input/output (IR)
1/1
1/1
DC trigger output (12V)
1
1
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, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESS, DTS-Surround
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
Audio file formats
MP3
WMA
AAC
WAV
FLAC
ALAC
Other audio file formats
AIFF
has not
Power
Operational power consumption, W
600
600
Standby consumption, W
0.1
0.1
Removable power cord
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
43.5 x 15.2 x 38.1/17 x 6.6 x 15.4
43.1 x 15.2 x 38.1/17.1 x 6.6 x 15.3
Weight, kg/lbs
11.7/26.6
10.4/23.8
Other
Release year
2019
2018
AV receivers CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 8.7Denon AVR-X3600H
- 8.4Denon AVR-X3500H
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